Some homes need a full renovation before they sell. Some just need the right improvements, in the right order, with the right team around them.
472 Reinhard Avenue was the second kind.
Shannon and Matt were selling Shannon’s previous home turned long-term rental home in the German Village/ Merion Village area, and wanted a Realtor with deep expertise in that specific market. She found me through a recommendation in a Facebook group, as an expert in the German Village area.
From the beginning, we focused on the improvements that would have the greatest impact on value and list price — not everything, just the right things. That meant working closely with an excellent stager on everything from paint colors to light fixtures, recommending reliable contractors through the refresh, and providing access to the property when needed.
As we approached the listing date, Shannon and Matt had a clear timeline, so she knew exactly what to expect. The staging, photography, and listing process was seamless, and the online listing included a 360-degree virtual tour that really showcased the property.
We launched the home as a Coming Soon before it went active, building demand ahead of that first-day response.
The results exceeded expectations. We had numerous showings scheduled on the very first day the home was listed, and accepted an offer well above asking price that same day. The closing process was equally smooth and stress-free.
SOLD for $25,000 over list price for $345,000: 472 Reinhard Avenue in Merion Village. Seller Representation.
Here's what Shannon said:
"We were selling our long-term rental home in the German Village/Merion Village area and wanted a realtor with deep expertise in that specific market. After speaking with several agents, we chose William Robbins, and we couldn't be happier with our experience.
From the beginning, William helped us identify the improvements that would have the greatest impact on our home's value and listing price. He works closely with an excellent stager who provided valuable advice on everything from paint colors to light fixtures. Throughout the renovation process, William was incredibly helpful — recommending reliable contractors and even providing access to the property when needed.
As we approached the listing date, William gave us a clear timeline so we knew exactly what to expect. The staging, photography, and listing process was seamless. The online listing looked fantastic and included a 360-degree virtual tour, which really showcased the property.
The results exceeded our expectations. We had numerous showings scheduled on the very first day the home was listed and accepted an offer well above asking price that same day. The closing process was equally smooth and stress-free.
I highly recommend William Robbins to anyone buying or selling a home, especially in the German Village and Merion Village areas. His local knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail made all the difference."
— Shannon
If you're thinking about selling in the Columbus Metro Area, let's talk first — over the phone, virtually, or over coffee. We'll walk through what improvements actually move the price for your home, and what plan makes sense for you.
