Fresh paint doesn’t magically add lakhs or tens of thousands in value, but it absolutely helps the house sell faster and often at a better price within its range. Buyers are human; they react to what they see and feel. Clean, neutral walls make rooms look bigger, brighter and better maintained. Stained, patchy or loud-coloured walls do the opposite.
Think of it this way: many buyers mentally subtract renovation costs when they see visible work. If they see dirty walls, they imagine effort and money. A freshly painted home feels “move-in ready,” so fewer people ask for heavy discounts. Even if the actual cost of painting isn’t huge, the positive impression is strong.
Stick to neutral, light shades instead of unusual colours. You’re not designing for your personal taste now; you’re trying to appeal to as many people as possible. So yes, a good paint job before selling is usually one of the simplest, most effective preparations you can do.
