Full Interior Renovation of 24-Unit Apartment Building in the Winter Park Area

Project Overview

APW recently completed a comprehensive renovation of a 24-unit apartment building in the Winter Park / Orlando area. The investor’s goal was to modernize the interiors, increase rental value, and improve long-term asset performance without disrupting existing tenants.

Client Profile

The client was a regional property management firm overseeing over 1,200 units throughout Central Florida. They needed a reliable general contractor capable of managing a high-volume renovation with strict timelines, controlled budgets, and communication transparency.

Challenges Identified

Before the renovation, the property faced several issues affecting its NOI:

Outdated kitchens and bathrooms reducing tenant retention

High turnover due to unattractive unit interiors

Maintenance requests increasing from aging materials & fixtures

Inconsistent finishes throughout units from previous contractors

Limited vacancy windows to complete renovations

The property manager needed a contractor capable of coordinating phased renovations while keeping the building operational.

APW Approach & Solutions

APW provided a complete design-build renovation strategy focused on cost optimization and efficiency.

Our solutions included:

• Phased 4-unit rotation schedule to avoid interrupting occupancy

• High-end yet durable finishes selected to reduce long-term maintenance

• Full kitchen upgrades (soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel fixtures)

• Bathroom modernization (elegant tile, modern vanities, water-saving fixtures)

• New luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout

• LED lighting package to reduce energy consumption

• Repainting using premium, low-VOC materials

• Weekly progress reports to keep the property manager updated

  
  

All work completed with APW’s licensed subcontractors and on-site quality checks

Before vs. After Improvements

Before:

Units were dated with laminate counters, mismatched appliances, worn carpet, and poor lighting.

After:

The property now reflects modern Orlando-area rental standards, attracting higher-quality tenants and increasing the building’s value. The units now feature:

• Quartz finishes

• Modern backsplashes

• Matte black and chrome hardware

• Premium trim and clean wall finishes

• Updated electrical and plumbing in older sections

Results & ROI Impact

Within 45 days of completion:

• Average rent increased by 17% across renovated units

• Vacancy dropped to 2%

• Maintenance requests decreased by 28%

• Property listing views increased significantly due to updated interiors

• The property manager reported higher tenant satisfaction and improved renewal rates.

Client Feedback

> “APW managed this project with professionalism, clear communication, and consistent quality. The renovations exceeded our expectations and have already improved the building’s performance.”

Project Snapshot

Location: Winter Park / Orlando Metro

Units Renovated: 24

Scope: Full interior upgrade (kitchens, bathrooms, floors, lighting)

Timeline: 9 weeks

Goal: Increase rental value & reduce maintenance costs

Result: 17% rent increase + reduced vacancy