Any gain from the sale of an interited home is based on the difference between the Cost Basis and Sales Proceeds (reported on 1099-S).
You can add any Expenses you incurred fixing the house to prepare for sale (plus Sales Expenses) to the Cost Basis (value on date of death).
Click the link for detailed info Reporting the Sale of an Inherited Home.
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