Realtor here, I think it looks fine, I would remove the stuff from on top the cabinets, and if you’re feeling like it maybe repaint everything white or a lighter color as green isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, otherwise just clean it and remove all clutter which it looks like you did. I might also just make sure the cabinets are organized and clean, a lot of people like to look inside and it tells a lot about a house how clean and organized it is.

agree -- wouldn't spend any money trying to guess what would impress somebody you don't know. it is what is it, and some will love and some will rip out. you can't guess.

Thanks for the input. I should have mentioned that the floor is vinyl. Does that change your opinion?

Don't do a thing. Take the stuff off the top and scrub it perfectly clean. Put a pretty bowl of fruit on the island and call it a day.

Although, now that I look again, does the tile stop short on the sink wall?? You may want to address that.

What does your realtor think?

Finish the backsplash. It is evidently missing near the right of the sink.

Looks nice. Clean is most important so do clean, organize and unload cabinets and pantry etc. people will look inside cabinets etc. I might consider a nicer fixture for ceiling. Maybe curving modern track style so it can really light up the room. Add low vase of fresh flowers to island when showing. If the rest of your home looks this good you should sell easily if priced right.

Good point about the backsplash. We added the backsplash a few years ago so we will have to see if we can find the same tile.

I do agree that finishing the backsplash is a good idea. otherwise, do nothing else and let the new buyers decide what they want to do.

One more question... we also have a master vanity with one sink. Should we upgrade to a double vanity? Is a single vanity in a master a deal breaker or no? See attached.

I wouldn't. if it's not broke, don't fix it. let the new buyers to choose their own finishes. what they like vs. what you think they'll like is so subjective. I can't tell you how many houses I've seen on redfin that had "recently upgraded" kitchens and baths that I hated. heck, my house has an upgraded bath that I wan to rip out so bad. it's super wasteful. let the new owners decide.

I would put a pretty stool or bench under vanity section. Leave it alone.

where you might get the best bang for your buck is to hire a professional stager. they can make outdated spaces look way better, and it helps the buyer envision how to use and decorate the spaces well.

Keep it sparkling clean including the stove, oven, sink, fridge, microwave, inside of cabinets and pantry, inside drawers, top of cabinets and counter, floor, and window. Everybody has their own taste and preferred colors. Show them a truly clean kitchen.

Very clean and very bright, that’s it! No staging, no double sink, and don’t stress about the backsplash. I like the idea of the vanity stool, just to make the vanity look finished. Good luck!

We've been through this several times. The best thing to do is clean and make sure there's no clutter. Looks like you've done that. Spending money on trying to guess what updates will appeal to buyers can be a waste of your $$. They'll likely change anything you do.