Ep 16. Charleston, SC - Todd and Tracy Archambault
- October 16, 2005
In the sixteenth episode of the third season of Sell This House, the team takes on a charming home located in historic Charleston, South Carolina. The owners of the property, Todd and Tracy Archambault, have lived in the house for over a decade, but are now looking to downsize and move closer to their children's schools.
The Sell This House crew, led by host Roger Hazard and designer Tanya Memme, quickly identifies some major problems with the home's style and layout. The exterior of the house has a somewhat dated look, with an overgrown yard and an uninviting front porch. Inside, the house is cluttered with the couple's personal belongings, making it hard for potential buyers to envision themselves living there.
One of the biggest issues with the house is the kitchen, which is cramped and has outdated appliances and countertops. The team realizes that this room needs a complete overhaul if they hope to sell the house quickly. On top of that, the master bedroom is also a bit of a disaster, with mismatching furniture and outdated wallpaper.
The Sell This House crew gets to work tackling these issues, with Tanya devising a plan to give the home a much-needed facelift. She reimagines the front porch, adding new furniture and plants to create a more welcoming space. Inside, Tanya opens up the kitchen by removing a wall and installing new countertops and cabinetry. She also completely revamps the master bedroom, opting for new bedding and a fresh coat of paint.
The team doesn't stop there, however. They also work to declutter the entire house, removing any personal items that would make it hard for potential buyers to picture themselves living there. Additionally, they freshen up the bathrooms with new towels and fixtures, and repaint the living room and dining room to give the whole house a cohesive look.
After all their hard work is complete, the team invites a group of potential buyers to tour the home. The buyers are impressed with the improvements that have been made and note how much more spacious and inviting the house now feels. The Archambaults are thrilled with the transformation as well, and express their gratitude for all the hard work that went into making their home marketable.
Overall, the sixteenth episode of Sell This House's third season is a shining example of how much of a difference a few cosmetic improvements can make on a property. By reimagining the home's exterior and decluttering and updating the interior, the team was able to turn a lackluster property into a desirable one. Fans of the show won't want to miss this charming Charleston update.
