Selling a home involves a long list of decisions, expenses, and preparations. From addressing repairs to arranging professional staging, each step plays a role in attracting buyers and securing the best possible offer. Yet one factor is often underestimated: curb appeal.
The exterior of your home is the first impression potential buyers have, and in many cases, it sets the tone for their entire viewing experience. A well-maintained, visually appealing property can create immediate interest, while a neglected exterior may cause buyers to pass without ever stepping inside.
The Real Price Tag of a Pretty Front Yard
“Curb appeal” can be a polite way of saying, “Are buyers going to slow down or speed up when they drive past your place?” Achieving that slowdown effect isn’t always cheap.
- Landscaping: A full yard refresh – think sod, shrubs, flower beds – can run into the thousands. Even DIY projects require weekends and sore muscles.
- Deep cleaning: Power washing siding, decks, and walkways can transform your home’s look overnight, but it still requires time and equipment.
- Mulching: Simple, affordable, but still a to-do.
- Mailbox replacement: Small detail, big impact.
- Painting: Fresh color on doors, shutters, or trim works wonders.
- Gutters: Repair or replace if they’re sagging or stained.
- Driveway and walkway upgrades: Sometimes a sweep will do; other times, you’re looking at repaving.
These updates can make your home more inviting, but the time, cost, and stress add up.
Does Curb Appeal Really Move the Needle?
In most cases, yes. Especially now, when homes are sitting on the MLS for an average of 39 days in Maryland, anything that sets you apart matters. If your home looks appealing from the street, buyers are more likely to step inside.
A well-kept exterior tells buyers the home has been cared for, which can justify a stronger offer. On the flip side, peeling paint, overgrown shrubs, and cracked concrete can lead people to assume the inside has been neglected too.
The Dominion Difference: Skip the Hassle Entirely
Here’s the thing: if you’re selling to Dominion Properties, curb appeal isn’t part of the equation. We buy homes as-is. No landscaping. No repainting. No repairs. No spending weekends power-washing the driveway or shelling out thousands for a new lawn.
We’ll give you a top-dollar cash offer without charging a dime in closing costs or fees. Whether your home’s exterior is picture-perfect or in need of a little love, we see its value. Call us today at 410-989-4564 for your no-obligation cash offer. Your time is valuable. Why spend it mowing, mulching, and repainting when you could already be on your way to your next chapter?