Value-Add Basement Apartment Refurbishment Case Study 📈
This case study demonstrates how a well-executed basement refurbishment can unlock both rental and capital uplift. By transforming a dark basement apartment into a brighter, more energy-efficient home, the property was repositioned within the rental market.
The industrial-inspired design and upgraded services improved tenant appeal while enhancing long-term performance. Energy-efficient improvements supported lower running costs, increasing demand and overall market value.
Rental Growth & Capital Appreciation 🏠
The refurbishment delivered a strong increase in rental income alongside a substantial uplift in valuation, highlighting the commercial benefits of upgrading basement-level properties.
Project Performance Summary 💷
Refurbishment Cost: £28,000 |
Previous Rent: £1,050 pcm |
New Rent: £1,350 pcm
Rental Uplift: £300 pcm (12.9% ROI)
Previous Valuation: £350,000 |
Current Valuation: £450,000



