I have no idea what you want from us.

It really depends on where your rental market is. If it's in a hot rental zone, you may not have to do much at all, including not adding a dishwasher. I rented lots of places in the past that did not have a dishwasher. You speculate that you may be able to get $75 a month more in rent if you upgrade the kitchen doing this and that, but how long would it take you to recoup that money? I think there is a Landlord forum on Houzz and maybe you could ask there. I am guessing you just bought this property and have not rented it out yet, so maybe before spending more money you could advertise it for rent and see what kind of response you get.

Leave the existing cabinets:mid 20th century classic. Improve around range area:show a better camera shot for ideas.

Since the look of a kitchen is pretty important to a renter (even those who don't cook), I think it would be worth investing in basic new cabinetry - even if it's not the highest quality and even if it includes some less expensive options like some nice floating shelves - along with updated appliances in one cohesive space. I agree with the previously mention concept of appealing to renters that pay more and stay longer. I also think a nicer looking space will more likely attract the type of tenant who appreciates it and treats it better.

The beauty of IKEA kitchens in a rental is that they're genuinely pretty modular. If they do get busted up, you can swap out fronts / drawers under the warranty, but they can really take a beating (they're a favorite of landlords in the UK for a reason). I haven't had a good experience with the box store cabinets. I know they've been upping their game, but they have not stood the test of time in the homes / rentals I've been in.

Can you post a floorplan? Hand drawn with dimensions will work (jpeg file). Just show all the openings and label everything with dimensions.

I see two areas of concern in your kitchen: stove (as mentioned) and the refrigerator area. I hope you have looked at the whole neighborhood for rentals and not just the next door property. Comparing a condo or apartment to a single family home is not helpful to you. Tenants pay more for detached SFR with a yard than a box in the sky type apartment. Get your Realtor to run a rental analysis for the area.

Do you want ventilation above range? It's the most important thing to assess here. Well worth it long term , but you have to do more spending , planning.

When renovating a rental on a budget as a DIY project, consider making a few trips to your nearest Habitat for Humanity Restore Stores for bargains -- sometimes, usually in spring, you can find some really nice cabinets -- whole kitchen sets -- at a very affordable price. Even kitchen countertops. Appliances as well. Bath vanity and fixture items, too.

Why not just leave the current cabinets and paint them. A few look like they need minor repairs.

The kitchen may already have an exhaust vent: move the fridge out to see if there's a hole in the wall and take a look at the upper cabinets to see if there's ductwork visible inside. That may have been the original location of the stove.