The clubhouse is the heart of an apartment community. It's where prospective tenants form their first impression, where residents host gatherings, and where the leasing team works. A dated, tired clubhouse signals a dated, tired property. A modern, welcoming clubhouse commands higher rents.
We recently completed a full clubhouse renovation for a 150-unit apartment community in west Houston. The existing clubhouse was stuck in 2005: beige walls, fluorescent lighting, worn carpet, mismatched furniture, and a kitchenette that hadn't been updated in 15 years.
Budget: $45,000. Timeline: 3 weeks. Leasing office downtime: 4 days (temporary office set up in a vacant unit).
What we did: New LVP flooring throughout. Paint: warm gray walls with white trim and gold accent wall. Lighting: replaced all fluorescent with LED recessed lights and pendant fixtures. Kitchenette: new cabinets, granite countertop, subway tile backsplash, stainless sink. Furniture: new lounge seating, coffee tables, and a community table. Tech: new TV mounted on accent wall, USB outlets installed. Exterior: new front door, fresh paint on entry, updated signage.
Result: The property manager reported a 30% increase in leasing appointments converting to applications after the clubhouse renovation. Prospective tenants consistently mentioned the clubhouse as a deciding factor. The renovation paid for itself in 8 months through increased lease conversion and $50/unit/month rent premium.
Call (832) 203-7987 for clubhouse and common area renovation services.
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