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How to Upgrade Properties Fast for Multiple Units

Updated: Dec 15, 2025


For property managers and multifamily owners time is money. Every day a unit sits outdated is a day of lost rent or lower market value. Full remodels are slow disruptive and expensive. But there is a smarter faster way to refresh kitchens across an entire community or portfolio. Cabinet refacing delivers a turnkey upgrade that is cost effective consistent and fast to install.



The Challenge with Traditional Remodels

A full kitchen remodel in a rental unit is often more trouble than it is worth.

  • Remodels take 6 to 12 weeks per unit

  • Costs average $30,000 to $60,000 per kitchen

  • Downtime means lost rental income and frustrated tenants

  • Results vary widely depending on contractors and materials

Remodeling is slow messy and difficult to scale.



The Power of Refacing Cabinets for Multifamily

Multifamily cabinet refacing is the modern alternative that solves these challenges.

  • Average project cost: $1,000 to $3,000 per unit

  • Typical timeline: 1 to 3 days per kitchen

  • Minimal disruption tenants can often stay in place during work

  • Consistent finishes across every unit for brand and leasing appeal

Minimal downtime Maximum return.



Benefits That Matter to Owners and Managers

  • Higher rent potential Updated kitchens command premium pricing in every market

  • Faster lease up Units with modern finishes rent faster than outdated spaces

  • Consistent finishes Every kitchen receives the same professional look building a stronger brand identity

  • Lower capital expense Upgrade more units with less spend compared to traditional remodels



The nuDoors Advantage

Not every refacing solution is created equal. With nuDoors you get performance quality and a proven system for scaling across properties.

  • Signature Series DuraFinish doors are six times thicker than paint scratch resistant and backed by a five year warranty

  • Certified installer network made up of trained professionals delivering consistent results quickly and at scale

  • Turnkey process designed for property managers who want to upgrade ten units or one hundred with the same speed and reliability

Upgrading properties finally works like ecommerce.



Example in Action

A 200 unit property used cabinet refacing to modernize kitchens in phases of 20 units per month. The process reduced downtime minimized vacancy loss and delivered a consistent high end look across the entire community.



Refacing vs Remodeling Side by Side


Refacing with nuDoors

Full Remodel

Average Cost Per Unit

$1,000 to $3,000

$30,000 to $60,000 plus

Timeline

1 to 3 days

6 to 12 weeks

Disruption

Minimal

Major

Scalability

Easy to roll out across dozens of units

Difficult to coordinate



FAQ

Can tenants stay in the unit during cabinet refacing Yes most refacing projects are completed with minimal disruption allowing tenants to stay in place.

How does refacing impact property value Upgraded kitchens increase rent potential improve leasing speed and enhance overall asset value.

Is cabinet refacing consistent across multiple units Yes every unit receives the same door style and finish ensuring a cohesive look across the property.



The Bottom Line

For multifamily and commercial property owners cabinet refacing is the smart scalable way to modernize kitchens without the heavy cost or long downtime of a full remodel. With nuDoors you can upgrade units in days not months increase rental income and deliver consistent results across your entire property.



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