Carpet and Color for San Francisco Higher End Rentail

[Alexandra W.]

I'm renting out my 2 bedroom condo in a nice part of San Francisco.  It's going to be a mid-to higher end rental (for san francisco).  I'm going to be picky about my tenants, so want to get a carpet that does not look cheap, but does not cost me the earth, and is relatively durable. 

I have had a quote for a nylon plush carpet (light brown) for $22 per square yard (including installation and 6lb pad) - I have no idea if this is a good deal.

 I am a newbie to this, so any advice would be welcome.

Thanks in Advance