If you want to keep costs down, things like new lighting, cabinet refacing, or fresh paint might bump rents to $2,800 before the reno, pushing your $15–20k NOI closer to $25k/year.

Block construction cement floors with the floors sloping to a central drain. concrete counter tops stainless kitchen cabinets boob lights and minimum windows by code .

We did this as a part of larger property renovations so we were not trying to save flooring, cabinets, etc.

Also neglect-proof finishes like LVT flooring, quartz countertops, one-piece shower and/or bath enclosures and painted cabinets. 

And if your tenants are huge slobs, you need to get rid of them anyway...Besides, better to see the dirt rather than have it disguised by a darker cabinet, right?

Here's a list of possible things that need done (written roughly in the order of operation):-Demo-Framing-Roof-HVAC-Rough Plumbing & Electrical-Insluation-Drywall-Flooring-Wall Tile (backsplashes, showers)-Interior Trim & Interior Doors-Cabinets-Countertops-Paint-Trim Plumbing & Electrical-Trim HVAC-Final Trim Out (Mirrors, TP Holders, Towel Racks, Mailbox, House #s)

I am a contractor owning a fire and water restoration company as well as a cabinet sales company.

Each unit received a full cosmetic update - new floors, cabinets, vanities, lighting, etc.

Added new drywall where necessary, new kitchen cabinets, flooring and paint What was the outcome?

Permits aren't required to paint, hang cabinets........