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How to add value to your home: your outdoor spaces

A great garden can go a long way to upping your home’s value.

Al Hall
Last updated: 22 November 2024 | 3 min read
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Enhancing your outdoor spaces can significantly boost your home's value, but always calculate the potential return on investment before starting.

High-impact projects include adding a pool or creating a dedicated outdoor entertaining space. For simpler, cost-effective upgrades that add appeal, consider:

- Fencing and gates for security and structure

- A small veggie garden

- A low-maintenance deck using materials like Kwila

These improvements create versatile, attractive areas that help potential buyers envision themselves living in the home.

How to add value to your property through your outdoor spaces

1. Add a pool

2. Create a space to entertain outdoors

Outdoor entertaining spaces can be a major magnet for prospective homebuyers.

3. Think about fencing and gates

4. Create space for a veggie garden

Veggie gardens are easy to install, and can add value to your home.

5. Decks and patios

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