Should You Update Your Kitchen Before Selling? The Truth For Plymouth Homeowners

Updated hardware that works with existing cabinetry showing it’s character as a feature rather than a failure

This is the question sellers ask constantly: do you update the kitchen or leave it alone? The honest answer depends on the condition of your current space and your goals. In most Plymouth homes, the best return comes from simple improvements. Paint the cabinets, refresh the hardware, swap out dated lighting, and choose a clean, modern paint color. Quartz or granite counters can boost value, but you do not always need them and if your cabinets are “tired” don’t bother!

Full remodels almost never pay off right before selling. The cost rarely matches the return, and the timeline can push back your listing date…by a lot! Buyers today want clean and move-in ready, not flashy or top-of-the-line.

Sometimes the smartest decision is to stop, clean, declutter, and let the buyer dream up their future kitchen. It saves you money and still helps your home shine.