13. Upgrade Kitchen Appliances
You won’t be able to replace all of your kitchen appliances for less than $1,000. But you should be able to buy at least one new appliance — even a refrigerator — to update the look of your kitchen (as long as it has the same finish as your other appliances and doesn’t make them look dated).
Juneja also suggests buying a few new smaller appliances, such as a microwave or even a colorful toaster, to brighten your countertop.