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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Seems like we've found a house that meets all our criteria (location, schools, commute, size). Thing is, it needs a fair amount of cosmetic work. We'd have to do things slowly over the years, so we'd be living with outdated bathrooms, basement, etc. for some time. There are also some key things that need to be done before moving in. Has anyone bought a house like this and what was your experience? Realistically, this is our best bet for getting into this neighborhood, but part of me is dreading living in a house I don't totally love from the outset. Other things to consider in a situation like this? [/quote]

We did this.

Wood paneling
1960s kitchen
Smelly fridge
Broken chandelier
Few outlets
Pink everything
Plaster
Tiny closets
Broken locks
Poor insulation
No lighting
Chimney issues
Chain link fence
No landscaping
Electric washer dryer from 1960s

We regretted it year 1 because you'll sink $20k into things you can't even see or experience: patching a roof, fixing some plumbing, etc. year 2 we did hardwood, lighting, fencing, landscaping phase 1, improved heating
Year 3 we replaced w/d with high end stuff, tore out wood paneling and did drywall
Year 4/year 5, fixed closets and kitchen, landscaping phase 2
Year 6: bathrooms ??

It's been a bit of a pain in the ass but ... In all fairness we are ending up with a great home.
You just have to go in with the idea that you'll have to update it over time, room by room.[/quote]

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