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curb appeal

how attractive a property looks from the street

In Architecture & Design

In more detail

the appearance of a house or property as seen from the street, especially how attractive it looks from the front

Examples

• The family painted the front door and planted flowers to improve the curb appeal of their home.

How to use curb appeal

Curb appeal refers specifically to how attractive a house looks from the street level, typically used in real estate, home improvement, and property marketing contexts. It emphasizes the first impression created by the exterior, including landscaping, paint, doors, and entrance features. The term is particularly common when discussing home resale value or preparing a property for sale.

Common phrases

• boost curb appeal
• improve curb appeal
• enhance curb appeal
• add curb appeal
• great curb appeal

Synonyms

street appeal · exterior appearance · front-of-house appeal · visual presentation

A common mistake

Learners sometimes treat it as if it applies to interiors or overall property value rather than specifically the street-facing appearance; it is about external visual appeal only.

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corbel, breezeway, cornerstone, gazebo, plumb, footprint

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