We all know real estate is out of control. Instead of moving, more homeowners are taking the DIY route and working home makeovers themselves. The one room you're sure to recoup your remodel investment is the kitchen. For less than $4000 you can update your entire kitchen and give home buyers what they crave with stainless steel appliances. Here are our picks for matching discount appliances that will add value to your home, and make riding out this real estate wave more bearable.

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Cheap Deal #1
Stainless Steel LG Refrigerator
Average Price: $1081.83

Offering 22 cu. ft. capacity, this sleek stainless steel LG refrigerator is more than just a good looking discount appliance. What we really like about this model is that it sports a bottom mounted freezer, keeping most used items at eye level. Plus, these discount appliances are Energy Star rated, making it 20% more efficient than federal standards. Not to mention these discount appliances are green, using environmentally friendly insulation to boot.

Cheap Deal #2
Bosch Ascenta Dishwasher
Average Price: $587.27

This freestanding dishwasher from Bosch is a wonder for the price. These discount appliances are Energy Star compliant, offer five level wash cycle, triple filtration system and run super quiet. Plus, the stainless steel accents on these discount appliances make it look like you paid more than you did.



Cheap Deal #3
LG Gas Range
Average Price: $1278.39

For people who love to cook, a gas range is the way to go. Even if you're not a fan of cooking, pretend your future home buyer is. This 30" LG gas range is a winner. These discount appliances sport five sealed burners, 5.0 cu. ft. oven capacity, and high output burner setting for boiling quickly. Plus, these discount appliances offer a warming drawer to keep food hot if serving immediately isn't an option. For you electric range lovers don't fret. LG also carries a line of very inexpensive stainless steel electric ranges as well.

Cheap Deal #4
Broan Stainless Steel Hood System
Average Price: $441.74

Take your kitchen remodel to the next level with a European chimney hood system that adds a touch of class. Broan offers an affordable stainless steel hood with kits for both ducted and non-ducted recirculation. Got tall ceilings? These discount appliances come with a telescopic flue to adjust to fit. If you've got really tall ceilings, extension flues are also available.

Cheap Deal #5
GE Profile Spacemaker II Microwave
Average Price: $234.12

Round out your kitchen makeover with a stainless steel microwave. These discount appliances from GE are compact, powerful and look fantastic. Save counter space by opting for GE's under cabinet mounting kit. Not only will you save money and counter space by installing these discount appliances yourself, but you'll be proud every time you look at your work.