First impressions are important, but making your rental property look attractive doesn’t have to cost a small fortune. A big part of rental property management is making sure your property has enough curb appeal to attract good tenants.
Here are five ways to improve your rental with curb appeal:
Update Your Entrance
A spruced up entrance can go a long way in adding a lasting impression on future renters. First, make sure the path leading up to the front door is clean and cleared of any debris. Secondly, make sure any bushes or shrubs are trimmed and well maintained. Thirdly, if there are cracked stones or concrete, replace them with stepping-stones if possible. Make sure the front door is in near perfect condition because it’s one of the first things potential renters notice. You can paint it, replace it or add some color to it so it stands out. Just make sure to pick a neutral or warm color tone.
Freshen Up with Flowers & Plants
To make your rental property stand out in a good way, add some flower boxes or planters close to the front entrance, railings, or on the windows. If you are unable to maintain flowers by feeding and watering them, consider buying some container plants that are easy to maintain and don’t require constant watering. You can place them on your front porch or steps to ambiance.
Pressure Washing
Nothing says curb appeal like a sparking clean exterior. Your property is always exposed to the elements, dirt, grime and mildew. Those materials quickly build up on the exterior of your property and can significantly impact a potential renter’s first impression. Make sure to regularly clean the exterior of your property with a pressure washer, an extremely affordable service in most cases. Eventually, you might have to add a fresh coat of paint to achieve the same results.
Simple Landscaping
Rental property management typically includes pricey landscaping services. While landscaping plays an important role in your overall curb appeal, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to make your outdoor space feel comfortable and inviting. Maintaining a beautiful landscape can be as simple as keeping trees and brushes trimmed, watering/mowing the lawn, and removing unsightly weeds that pop up. Landscaping efforts do not need to be extravagant in order to impress potential renters and keep your rental property looking pristine.
Improve Hardware
Curb appeal is all about the details. The hardware of your house can be an eye sore if they are outdated or damaged. Things like house numbers, door handles, mailboxes, and porch lights can help complete the finishing touches. Consider getting matching sets of hardware that improve the overall look and feel of your property.
Rental property management comes with a lot of responsibilities, curb appeal being one of the most important for attracting tenants.
When it comes to improving the look of your property, the small things really start to add up. Keep it simple with quick and affordable solutions that make your property stand out from the competition.
