Insulation and comfort
Assess roof and wall insulation, windows and doors, and heating or cooling needs. A suitable upgrade plan can improve comfort throughout the year.
REFURBISHMENTS
See the potential.
Plan the transformation.
A resale home can offer the location and character you want, with scope to make it your own. CyprusMove promotes reliable refurbishment partners who can help bring your property up to modern standards.
LOOK BEYOND THE ASKING PRICE
A home that works for modern living.
Many resale properties in Cyprus benefit from refurbishment, particularly older homes. Before buying, consider the condition of the building as well as its appearance: comfort, moisture protection and the age of fixtures can all affect the work needed.
Damp and moisture
Have damp investigated before covering it with new finishes. A qualified specialist can identify the cause and whether damp-proofing, drainage, waterproofing or other repairs are appropriate.
Fixtures and fittings
Kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, lighting and fittings may need updating. Ask specialists to assess electrical and plumbing installations where necessary.
AN INITIAL PLANNING ALLOWANCE
Allow around 20%
for refurbishment.
As a starting point, we suggest allowing approximately 20% of the purchase price when considering a resale property that needs refurbishment.
A €250,000 property
€50,000 indicative allowance
This is a budgeting guide, not a quotation or a measure of the work every property needs. Condition, size, finish and structural issues can move the cost substantially above or below this figure.
Obtain a condition survey and itemised quotations before committing. Confirm VAT, professional fees, permits and a contingency for unexpected work in your overall budget.
THE RIGHT PEOPLE MATTER
Good builders take planning.
In a busy property market, finding trustworthy, skilled builders with availability can be difficult. Strong demand for construction and refurbishment work can mean limited capacity and longer lead times for good teams.
Start conversations early and check availability for your location and scope. A low price or an immediate start should never replace checks on experience, references and the proposed work.
CyprusMove helps connect you with reliable partners. You agree the scope, quotation, schedule and contract directly with the provider; availability is confirmed for each project.
FROM IDEAS TO AN AGREED PLAN
Four steps before work begins.
Assess the property
Arrange the relevant survey and specialist inspections to understand defects and priorities.
Define the work
Separate essential repairs from improvements and specify the finishes you want.
Compare proposals
Review itemised costs, references, timing, payment milestones and responsibilities.
Confirm the arrangements
Agree the contract, permissions where required and how progress and changes will be managed.