fixer-upper

Buy

Are historic details enough to entice a buyer for this Prospect Lefferts Gardens fixer-upper?

By Virginia K. Smith |January 18, 2017 - 12:59PM

Escape

Now's your chance to buy a historic lighthouse—if you're willing to deal with the upkeep

By Virginia K. Smith |October 13, 2016 - 11:59AM

Renovation

An architect proposes $100K upgrades that could make a huge difference for a $519K Manhattan two-bedroom

By Leah Hochbaum Rosner |March 2, 2016 - 8:59AM

Renovation

An architect sizes up a Spuyten Duyvil one-bedroom for a makeover

By Leah Hochbaum Rosner |February 1, 2016 - 9:59AM

Renovation

These NYC houses are around $500k — but they're all in need of a little TLC

By Leah Hochbaum Rosner |July 2, 2015 - 9:09AM

Escape

The Italian town of Gangi is giving away houses

By Virginia K. Smith |June 23, 2015 - 12:59PM

Live

How to fix up a fixer-upper without losing your mind

By Lucy Cohen Blatter |January 6, 2015 - 12:59PM

The Market

A distinctive fixer-upper for sale on Craigslist, revamp your kitchen for $500, and more

By Virginia K. Smith |November 24, 2014 - 10:59AM

Renovation

In the market for a fixer-upper? 4 must-dos before making an offer

… on a fixerupper … 1 Research the building rules … Most condo and coop buildings in the city have specificand … than expected … A gut reno is a longterm commitmentthe remodel will take a long time and then youll have to live … of costs from the contractorafter a walkthrough with two contractorsfigure that number into your thinking before you …

By Fraser Patterson |June 26, 2014 - 8:59AM

Renovation

Would You Rather: Save on a fixer-upper or splurge on move-in ready?

… and leaky roofs and gunky dishwashers I would move into a house in the suburbs Mark Upper West Side … No DIY diva … I … decor But I dont want to worry about the big things like remodeling a bathroom or even installing recessed lighting … on your budget when you buy a place I guess But for me and my money I would rather pay less upfront for a place and …

By Mayra David |March 14, 2014 - 11:59AM