curb appeal

[ kurb uh-peel ]

noun

1. Real Estate. the attractiveness of a property when viewed from the street, as by people walking or driving by:

   A good landscaping project, new siding, or a freshly paved driveway can greatly enhance your home’s curb appeal.

2. the attractiveness of a vehicle to passersby who see it parked:

   There's a rugged sensibility in its approach, but the wedgelike shape, swollen fenders, and sharp corners give this SUV amazing curb appeal.

Example Sentences

Your team still has curb appeal with LeBron and A.D. and the incredible business workings of executive Tim Harris, but the foundation is crumbling.

From Los Angeles Times

Investing in landscaping is a key to enhancing a home’s curb appeal and it doesn’t have to break the bank.

From Seattle Times

Keep the sidewalks cleanly and neatly shoveled to make your curb appeal that much sharper.

From Seattle Times

Remodeled homes might boost a street’s curb appeal but then drive up rents in the ensuing months and years.

From Los Angeles Times

Even though you can’t see the rental from the street, the ADU has enormous curb appeal and a touch of glamour.

From Los Angeles Times