Everything looks so beautiful during the summertime. Flowers are blooming, the grass is green, and our homes are at their best. If you are looking to sell during this time, our Anne Winch Real Estate Team has some ideas for your backyard to make a statement.
Even though you may have spent many hours decluttering, painting, and renovating inside, many people who are buying homes look to the exterior for their own personal oasis.
Here are some ideas that can make your property more valuable and enticing to buyers:
Privacy fence
Even though an unfenced yard may look ideal in the beginning, a fence is often more alluring to buyers to add much-needed privacy and curb appeal. If your fence is made of high-quality material, it will add more to your selling price too.
Landscaping
If you are not into gardening that much it would be well worth your while to have a professional landscaper add some décor to your backyard. Adding a pathway, shrubs, flowers and even mulch to keep the weeds in check is very appealing to the eye. If your grass is looking tired, a landscaping service can perk it up with some much-needed TLC, fertilizer, and grass seed. Remember a beautiful yard can add anywhere between 5% to 12% value to your home.
Fireplace/firepit
Imagine having a place where friends and family can gather when the nights are cool! A firepit or fireplace can add this detail to your backyard. You can often construct one yourself or purchase a fire ring from your home improvement store. Imagine the memories your family will have as you roast marshmallows over the fire.
Deck
A deck adds so much extra living space to your home! Place some outdoor furniture, flowerpots, or planters to create your own little Shangri-la. Add a patterned outdoor carpet to your patio or deck. It will break up the look of stone or wood and add some pizazz and match it with your other accessories. These outdoor carpets are inexpensive but really bring the look together.
Some final ideas
- Add a pergola for shade or arbours with climbing flowers to add a sense of calm and tranquility to any backyard.
- If you have a corner by the house, shed, or garden, try to make this a focal point instead of a dead area by adding a flower or perennial garden.
- Create a bold, tropical look by adding some large plants in colourful pots including hibiscus, large ferns, or small potted trees. If you have a small backyard, go for dwarf plants that grow vertically.
Adding features like these will help you not only increase the value of your home, but also make your home have more curb appeal, and bring a quick sale. Check with our Anne Winch Real Estate Team for any tips and tricks for staging your backyard when you are thinking of listing your home.