TRANSPARENT SYDNEY PRICING
How much does pre-sale property preparation cost in Sydney?
$10,000 to $80,000+
Pre-sale property preparation in Sydney typically costs between $10,000 for minor apartment updates and partial styling up to $80,000+ for extensive trade renovations, complete interior painting, timber floor sanding, and full luxury styling across a multi-level family residence.
FIXED-PRICE BANDS
Cost breakdown by property type
Every project receives an itemised, fixed-price quote following an on-site walkthrough. Here are the typical investment bands:
BAND 01 — ESSENTIAL
- ✓ Minor plaster & touch-up paint repairs
- ✓ High-pressure cleaning & garden tidy
- ✓ Partial styling or 2-bedroom full styling
- ✓ Professional deep clean before photography
- ✓ 6-week furniture hire included
BAND 02 — COMPREHENSIVE
- ✓ Full internal walls repainting
- ✓ Bathroom vanity & tapware replacement
- ✓ Kitchen benchtop or cabinet refresh
- ✓ Timber floor sanding or carpet replacement
- ✓ Complete 3-bedroom interior styling
- ✓ Single-point trade management
BAND 03 — LUXURY & LARGE ESTATE
- ✓ Full interior & exterior facade painting
- ✓ Kitchen & multiple bathroom cosmetic upgrades
- ✓ Extensive garden landscaping overhaul
- ✓ Floor restoration across multiple levels
- ✓ Multi-living full luxury property styling
- ✓ Complete trade oversight & launch readiness
PAY ON SETTLEMENT
Renovate now, pay later.
Pay $0 upfront for trade repairs, painting, floor restoration, or styling. We work with elepay to defer preparation costs until your settlement date, subject to campaign approval.
What determines the cost?
Property size, existing physical condition, scope of trade labor, painting surface area, floor sanding requirements, and landscaping scale are the primary cost determinants. Accessibility (such as steep Sydney harbor steps or narrow terrace lanes in Paddington) also influences trade transport and staging setup costs.
What's included and what isn't?
Included in every scope: initial walkthrough inspection, itemised quotation, trade labor, material procurement, project management, waste removal, commercial cleaning, furniture hire, installation, and collection after auction. Excluded: structural engineering, major DA council work, swimming pool construction, and roof replacements.
How does it compare to styling alone?
Property styling alone in Sydney costs $6,000 to $18,000 but only covers furniture hire. If your walls have scuffs, carpets are stained, or kitchen counters are dated, styling alone leaves physical flaws visible to buyers. Full preparation ($10,000 to $80,000+) repairs the home first, creating a pristine canvas for the styling.
Is it worth it — the ROI case
In Sydney's competitive property market, a well-prepared home generates an average price premium of 5% to 12% above reserve. For a $2.5 million property, a 5% increase represents $125,000 in additional sale proceeds—delivering a 4x to 6x return on a $25,000 preparation investment.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Pre-sale preparation costs, Sydney
Are quotes fixed-price or subject to variation?
All Bettini & Co. walkthrough quotes are fixed-price. There are no hidden fees or unexpected variations once the scope is approved.
Do you offer pay-on-settlement funding options?
Yes. We partner with approved Australian pre-sale funding providers like elepay that allow vendors to defer preparation costs until property settlement, meaning zero upfront cash outflow prior to sale.
Is property styling tax deductible in Australia?
For investment properties, styling and minor capital repair expenses are generally tax deductible or offset against Capital Gains Tax. Consult your registered tax agent.