Skim coating in post-war apt

yes -- skim coating is visually wonderful -- if you think the real estate market value will appreciate in the next five years is a different question.....

Do what makes you happy. You could just spend as little as possible now, and pay for a fresh coat of neutral paint, if needed, when you go to sell.

Skim coating may help your apartment sell more quickly, but I doubt someone would pay more for it because you skim coated. Most walls in post-wars that are pretty decent will take a coat of eggshell paint just fine and once furnished no one ever notices the walls again.

Still, if the money isn't that big a deal to you, and the skim coating is well done, it'll look great. If you are on a budget, spend the money where you'll really see it (new fixtures, floors, door hardware, baseboards, fixing broken window thermopanes, etc.

Thanks for the advice. I think the walls could use some help, but the money is better spent on lighting and door hardware.