That's because you're comparing them against everything else.So, I'll typically do all of the following in a typical renovation:- Paint the entire interior- Replace all the flooring- Replace the cabinets- Replace the countertops- Replace the applicances- Replace all lighting fixtures- Replace all plumbing fixtures- Refinish hardwoods- Replace all doorknobs, outlets, switches and cover platesOn top of that, I'll do any mechanical repairs necessary, any exterior repairs necessary and replace anything else that might detract from the aesthetics.

As for myself, with no investor network to pass along a deal, I looked every day for about two months before I found a property that fit my taste aesthetically, AND where the cashflow worked as well.

The aesthetics of the house is what leads me to believe that the house is not selling on the MLS.

To help my properties (family included) reach their full potential economically and aesthetically.

Proximity to downtown, airport, or tourist destinations, as well as aesthetic appeal factor largely into my considerations.

Your mgmt should tell you about the roofs or point out and structural, aesthetic, hazards, plumbing, etc issues and seek bids for work.

All else equal, buying homes that have been built to a very specific aesthetic is a bad choice.

The aesthetics can often prevent that from happening although that is usually up to the property owner.  

Is it a must to move the washer purely for aesthetics and flow?

Sweat equity It's silly to argue over appeal, aesthetics, because it is all very subjective in real-estate.