9 Garden Ideas To Boost Your Home's Value
Are you thinking of selling your home but looking for every way possible to maximise the appeal to entice as wide a range of buyers as possible?
There are more ways to improve your home and maximize its value than just the main internal projects.
First impressions make a huge difference in real estate and if your garden looks great, you’re on the way to winning that first battle to capture the heart of a home-hunter. Gardening can also be quite a therapeutic way to spend the hours, so that's an added bonus!
The key is to have a beautifully presented property that will beat the competition of similar homes available on the Mornington Peninsula. Almost 3% of a home’s value is invested in the landscaping, according to some estimates, and that all begins with the front garden and exterior of the house.
Below are some tips to make your home ‘Instagrammable’ and boost its value to perspective purchasers.
Fenceline focus – This will be the first element of your home that a buyer will see. If you have a wooden or brick fence, then make sure you fill in any flaws, repair broken cement or give it a lick of fresh paint. Make sure the gate opens easily if you have one.
Hedge your bets – Any hedges near the home should be trimmed to under window level where practical. That will make sure the maximum amount of light will flood into your home, giving buyers a great impression once they’re inside. For larger hedges providing privacy from neighbours, ensure they are trimmed neatly for that element of wow factor.
Branch out – If your garden is looking a little bare, consider planting a mature tree. While these are not cheap, you’ll be amazed at their immediate impact making them worth the investment.
The path most travelled – Fill any cracks in the path or re-lay it if it is very broken. Consider giving it definition by lining it with flowers or a small hedging plant like box or lavender. Outdoor lighting can be a cheap, solar-powered option, that will give your path definition.
Keep the lawn tidy – It's always recommended that your lawn be green and well-kempt. Feed it with fertilizer so it looks lush and inviting and give it a good water on the warmer days. Watch for grass creeping into the flowerbeds and over the edges and trim with a whipper snipper if those tricky edges can't be reached.
Mulch it – Lay mulch across the top of your flowerbeds. This will keep the moisture in and the weeds down. It’s a tremendous labour-saving strategy and looks neater too.
Go hi-tech – Buyers love outdoor technology, especially if it enhances security. A gate that opens and shuts automatically is a winner. A doorbell and security camera combo is another good idea. And consider installing motion-sensor lighting for additional security. These solutions individually are typically very affordable and have a big impact on those looking for a home.
Splash of colour – If the exterior is looking a little tired, paint your front door a primary colour to make it stand out. This is the height of fashion right now. If that sounds too much, a gloss-black door is another stylish choice.
Brushstrokes – Your property is ready for sale once the exterior frames and sills of the windows are presented well. These need to be maintained regularly because of weather damage. If yours are the worse for wear, then sand them back, fill in any gaps and repaint. This will help to make a strong first impression for someone on the hunt for the ideal home or investment property.
If it's time to look at selling make sure you get in touch with our team here at Abode Peninsula, we'd be happy to help with any ideas or advice prior to marketing the property for sale.
