Hermann house renovation

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Originally Posted by JaneV2.0

Not my style, that's for sure. It was probably staged, but if not, they should have refaced the fireplace.
The more I look at it, the more horrified I get. They opened up the kitchen, which--IMO--was a disaster.

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i’m speaking only to the furnishings here: No, that’s not my style at all even though I like antiques. That look is far too English classical 18th century wannabe. The only thing I wouldn’t turn down are the brown velveteen chairs and even then I don’t love them.

I can’t imagine staging a place with that kind of furniture so I doubt it is staged. Wait…is that digital “staging?”

Jane that condo is cute and I could happily live there as a single person, no problem. The price doesn’t seem to be terrible for your part of the world.

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Originally Posted by iris lilies

Jane that condo is cute and I could happily live there as a single person, no problem. The price doesn’t seem to be terrible for your part of the world.

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The units there were running about 20% cheaper not long ago, but they've aged really well.

As much as I love this area, I should have just stayed put there; now I'm stuck with Chez Decay for the time being.

But are you really stuck with Chez Decay (love the name, btw). I think that condo is insanely affordable for that area and looks very nice--furniture can easily be changed to something wonderful.

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Originally Posted by Tybee

But are you really stuck with Chez Decay (love the name, btw). I think that condo is insanely affordable for that area and looks very nice--furniture can easily be changed to something wonderful.

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I agree... I think it's a lovely home and seems relatively affordable.

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Originally Posted by Tybee

But are you really stuck with Chez Decay (love the name, btw). I think that condo is insanely affordable for that area and looks very nice--furniture can easily be changed to something wonderful.

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I would have to change all the fixtures and window coverings, replace the wall and cabinetry in the kitchen, etc. before I would feel comfortable there. It's a large complex, so something else will come along.

The thought of packing up, doing repairs, listing, etc. is one of those "impossible tasks." It would take a "village" that I don't have. I'll stop whining now. :~)

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Originally Posted by JaneV2.0

I would have to change all the fixtures and window coverings, replace the wall and cabinetry in the kitchen, etc. before I would feel comfortable there. It's a large complex, so something else will come along.

The thought of packing up, doing repairs, listing, etc. is one of those "impossible tasks." It would take a "village" that I don't have. I'll stop whining now. :~)

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I think Frugal and Terry need to go into business as ennui-busters--I would hire them.

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Originally Posted by Tybee

I think Frugal and Terry need to go into business as ennui-busters--I would hire them.

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Nope. Hope to never have to do this again in my lifetime (as least to this degree). Truthfully, it is harder than I thought. Will be SOOOOOOOO happy when it is done!

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Originally Posted by frugal-one

Nope. Hope to never have to do this again in my lifetime (as least to this degree). Truthfully, it is harder than I thought. Will be SOOOOOOOO happy when it is done!

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That's what I'm afraid of. I've moved myself a few times, but not as an old cripple. :(

JaneV2.0…probably easier if not such a major downsize. We have been in this house 37 years. It has massive amounts of storage. We are going from 1850 (not including full basement and 3 car garage) to less than 900 sf. If we did not have to unload so many things it definitely would have been easier.