5 Curb Appeal Basics You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Buyers start forming a first impression as they drive up to your home, so here are five curb appeal basics you can’t afford to ignore.
5 Curb Appeal Basics You Can’t Afford to Ignore
First things first: you have to clean up your yard before you list your home for sale. That means removing toys, tools and other items that belong in the shed, cutting the grass, power washing your driveway and sidewalk, and conducting general maintenance around flowerbeds and bushes.
But you can take things a step farther (and impress buyers more) by putting these five curb appeal basics to use:
- Invest in a new mailbox and house numbers
- Dress up your hardware
- Create a comfy space on the porch
- Update your lighting
- Make an “instant garden”
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1895 Gun Club Road Jasper, Indiana
7 Beds 8 Baths 12,729 SqFt 10.370 Acres
Listing courtesy of Brenda Krempp from RE/MAX Local.
938 E Jasper Dubois Road Jasper, Indiana
5 Beds 4 Baths 5,700 SqFt 6.100 Acres
Listing courtesy of Kevin Bayer from RE/MAX Local.
3289 St Charles Street Jasper, Indiana
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,906 SqFt 0.595 Acres
Listing courtesy of Annette Wigand from ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC.
1928 S A St. Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 4 Baths 3,376 SqFt 6.258 Acres
Listing courtesy of Larry Carpenter III from Carpenter Realty LLC.
4382 E 300N Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 4 Baths 4,100 SqFt 1.900 Acres
Listing courtesy of Gina Mehringer from F.C. TUCKER EMGE.
5070 W Alder Creek Drive Jasper, Indiana
4 Beds 3 Baths 4,208 SqFt 1.500 Acres
Listing courtesy of Stephanie Hasenour from RE/MAX Local.
4536 W 150 N Jasper, Indiana
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,986 SqFt 1.482 Acres
Listing courtesy of Stacey Thieman-Wright from THIEMAN REALTY.
1525 Grandview Drive Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 3 Baths 4,132 SqFt 0.354 Acres
Listing courtesy of Stacey Thieman-Wright from THIEMAN REALTY.
844 Second Avenue Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,572 SqFt 0.540 Acres
Listing courtesy of Josseline Carr from RE/MAX Local.
3237 Dogwood Drive Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 4 Baths 4,326 SqFt 0.675 Acres
Listing courtesy of Larry Carpenter III from Carpenter Realty LLC.
247 N Westlin Drive Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,849 SqFt 0.999 Acres
Listing courtesy of Annette Wigand from ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC.
836 W 20th Street Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 3 Baths 4,376 SqFt 0.590 Acres
Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Mehringer from RE/MAX Local.
1245 W 6th Street Jasper, Indiana
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,610 SqFt 1.300 Acres
Listing courtesy of Steve Wigand from ERA FIRST ADVANTAGE REALTY, INC.
872 S Countryside Drive Jasper, Indiana
3 Beds 2 Baths 3,498 SqFt 2 Acres
Listing courtesy of Linda Schroering from SCHROERING REALTY.
3255 E State Road 164 Jasper, Indiana
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,944 SqFt 1.024 Acres
Listing courtesy of Zach Holt from Whitetail Properties Real Estate.
Basic Curb Appeal Tip #1: Invest in a New Mailbox and House Numbers
If your mailbox isn’t fairly new, consider replacing it. The same goes for your house numbers, which should match your home’s exterior style and be clearly visible from the road so buyers can find it easily. Just be sure to check with your homeowners association (if you have one) so you remain within its guidelines.
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Basic Curb Appeal Tip #2: Dress Up Your Hardware
Give your front door a style boost by investing in a new door handle and deadbolt. Match it to your house numbers and the other hardware on your porch to create a streamlined look that buyers will love.
Basic Curb Appeal Tip #3: Create a Comfy Space on Your Porch
Your front porch can serve as an extension of the indoor living space, so show buyers that it’s a great place to spend time. You can do that by adding comfortable seating gathered around a small table. You don’t have to be traditional, either; you can install a porch swing or a pair of rocking chairs. The main point is to show buyers that they may enjoy spending time on the porch after they purchase your home.
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Basic Curb Appeal Tip #4: Update Your Lighting
At the bare minimum, you should clean your porch’s light fixture thoroughly before you list your home for sale. If the fixture has seen better days, replace it. You should also pay attention to the other lighting in your landscaping; if you have lights illuminating your sidewalk, uplighting your trees, or anywhere else, make sure that all the bulbs are in good shape and that everything’s working properly.
Basic Curb Appeal Tip #5: Make an Instant Garden
Adding a container garden or beautiful potted plants can make a huge difference in the way buyers see your home. You can place them in strategic locations around your yard for maximum curb appeal.
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