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Bezeredj Street — Airbnb-optimised full renovation

Full renovation of a 46 m² apartment from design project to furnishing — optimised for Airbnb rental. Replanning, demolition, premium execution with IKEA furniture. Occupancy +40%, rental rate 40→85 EUR/night, payback 1.5 years.

Area
46 m²
Location
Budapest VIII.
Type
Airbnb
Payback
1,5 yr
Airbnb apartment living-dining room — Bezeredj street renovation Budapest VIII
Bedroom with blue accent wall — Bezeredj street Budapest VIII
Bathroom with turquoise tiles — Bezeredj street Budapest VIII

From outdated apartment — premium Airbnb flat, 85 EUR/night. 46 m², complete transformation.

The challenge

The client purchased an apartment in Budapest District VIII with the goal of renting it on Airbnb. The property had an outdated layout and aging finishes — remnants of a poor-quality renovation done 15 years ago with code violations. The high ceilings were an asset to work with. The goal wasn't just a "nice" apartment — but an investment that pays back as quickly as possible.

What we did

  • Design project — Airbnb-optimised floor plan and style, photogenic spaces for guests
  • Demolition and replanning — concrete floor demolition, wall repositioning, open kitchen-living layout
  • Full engineering — electrical network, plumbing, air conditioning system
  • Premium finishes — laminate flooring (AC4), custom bathroom with turquoise tiles, Kerakoll waterproofing
  • IKEA furnishing — complete fit-out from kitchen to bedroom, with decoration and textiles
  • Acoustic slat wall in living room with a tree landscape pattern — visual focal point, standout element in Airbnb photos
94%
Occupancy (+40% increase)
85 €
Nightly rate (was: 40 €)
8,4M
Renovation cost (Ft)
1,5 yr
Investment payback
Living room with large windows — Bezeredj street premium Airbnb Budapest
Study room with wardrobe — Bezeredj street Budapest VIII
IKEA kitchen with sand beige fronts — Bezeredj street renovation

Result

From the day of handover the apartment was immediately operational — ready for Airbnb listing, furnished and equipped. In the first month occupancy reached 94%. The nightly rate rose from 40 to 85 EUR — based solely on appearance and quality. Investment payback within 1.5 years. The client is satisfied and the collaboration continues on the next property.

Living room with TV unit and laminate floor — Budapest VIII Airbnb
Bedroom with bathroom entrance — Bezeredj street Budapest
Process

From design to final delivery

1
Design
Floor plan, style, Airbnb logic
2
Demolition
Concrete floor, walls, finishes
3
Replanning
Walls, openings, new layout
4
Engineering
Electrical, plumbing, AC
5
Tiling & painting
Flooring, bathroom, walls
6
Furnishing & handover
IKEA assembly, decoration
FAQ

Airbnb renovation: what you need to know

Is it worth doing a full renovation for an Airbnb apartment?
Yes, if the cost-to-value ratio is well planned. In the Bezeredj project the 8.4M Ft investment pays back within 1.5 years: nightly rate rose from 40 to 85 EUR, occupancy increased by 40%. The key: premium appearance at reasonable cost — achieved by combining IKEA furnishing with professional design.
How long does a full Airbnb apartment renovation take?
A full renovation of a 46 m² apartment — from demolition and replanning to furnishing — typically takes 3–5 months. The exact deadline is fixed in the contract and we keep it. The Bezeredj project was completed in 4 months, on time.
Why is IKEA furniture good for Airbnb?
IKEA furniture with professional design and the right material choices delivers premium appearance at a reasonable price. Airbnb guests primarily book based on photos — if the apartment looks good in pictures, this directly increases occupancy and nightly rate. At Bezeredj, the IKEA + custom elements combination achieved a 85 EUR/night appearance within the total 8.4M Ft budget.
How do you calculate the ROI of an Airbnb renovation?
ROI = annual net additional revenue / renovation cost. For Bezeredj: rate 40→85 EUR/night (+112%), occupancy +40% — this means ~5.5M Ft/year additional revenue. 8.4M Ft / 5.5M Ft ≈ 1.5 year payback. We provide a free ROI calculation for every interested client — when requesting a quote.

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