When prepping your home to sell, you might find yourself tempted to spend lots of money to reface the street side to improve its appeal. However, cutting into your bottom line may not give you the return on investment you want. Instead, take the time to check out some of these budget-friendly curb appeal ideas to spruce up your look without breaking the bank.
By the numbers
Since buyers coming to look at your home typically look for the house numbers to make sure they are in the right place, those faded, outdated numerals might be the first thing they see. New house number ideas vary from stylish metal numerals to tiles set into a frame. There are lighted boxes that highlight your house numbers too. Look for ones you like at your local hardware, DIY, or hobby store that match your home’s architecture. Paint wooden ones to match the trim or a contrasting color. When using metal numbers, choose the metal that matches your door handles, porch lights, and other nearby metals. Take care to make them stand out from the house color so that they are easy to see. Install them in a visible location, avoiding installation where vines or trees might cover them in the future too.
Front porch mailbox
If your mail delivery carrier allows it, a front door mailbox adds charm to the area beside your front door and gives it function too. You find anything from antique brass styles to modern options with lock mechanisms to protect your privacy and secure important mail. Typically, they install quickly, with just a few screws, so that this project can enhance your home after only an afternoon.If instead, you have a mail slot in your front door, you can easily replace it as well with options found at your hardware store or look online for a wider variety. Make sure the one you buy works with the thickness of your front door and fits in the existing hole so that you do not have to make any extensive modifications.
Paint or replace shutters
Since they hang with just a few screws, shutter replacement is an easy do-it-yourself project. Bright new vinyl shutters enhance your home’s color palette. If you want a more modern update use wooden shutters with a complementary stain color that matches your home’s fencing, garage door or other wood elements.
It only takes a little effort to bring new life and appeal to your home. Your real estate pro can guide you in updates trending in your neighborhood.