Several relatively inexpensive things—a new paint job, sprucing up landscaping, or replacing small things such as outdated light fixtures or numbers on a mailbox—can boost a property’s curb appeal. Although these features aren’t quantified as easily as square footage, curb appeal is key in determining a property’s value. A house with ideal curb appeal may be valued higher than one with the same size, bedroom range, and location simply because it will appeal more readily to a prospective buyer.