What does landscaping do for my home value?

Landscaping can add 10-15 percent to a homes value. Source: The Gallup Organization

Homes with  excellent  landscaping can expect a sale price about 6-8 percent higher than equivalent houses with  good  landscaping, while improving landscaping from  average  to  good  can result in a 4 to 5 percent increase in a homes price. Source: Clemson University.

Landscaping can bring a recovery value of 100 to 200 percent at selling time. Kitchen remodeling brings 75 to 125 percent recovery rate, bathroom remodeling a 20 to 120 percent recovery rate, and addition of a swimming pool a 20 to 50 percent recovery rate. Source: Money Magazine.

A Mature tree can often have an appraised value of between $1,000.00 to $10,000.00. Source: Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers.

In one study of real estate appraisers concurred that landscaping enhances the sales appeal of real estate. Source: National Gardening Association.

In one study, 83% of Realtors believe that mature trees have a  strong or moderate impact  on the sale-ability of homes listed for under $150,000; on homes over $250,000, this perception increases to 98%. Source: American Forests, Arbor National Mortgage.

Can landscaping save me money in the long run?
Landscaping can reduce air conditioning costs by up to 50 percent, by shading the windows and walls of a home. Source: American Public Power Association.

Trees can reduce bothersome noise by up to 50 percent and can mask unwanted noises with pleasant sounds. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

A single urban tree can provide up to $ 273 a year in air conditioning, pollution fighting, erosion and storm water control and wildlife shelter benefits. Source: American Forests.

Top reasons people garden: To be outdoors (44%); to be around beautiful things (42%); relax and escape the pressures of everyday life (39%); stay active and get exercise (35%). Source: American Demographics, Roper Report