Curb Appeal & Stewardship

[Trevor Ewen]

We just finished getting our new duplex tenant ready in Richmond, VA. We're really happy with the rehab. In the process of our work, met all the immediate neighbors. They are owner occupants.

The house had been on the market for awhile. Most of the neighbors were happy to see that 'someone' will occupy it. They just may have hoped it was new owners moving in, not tenants. 

The neighborhood (Chestnut Hill, Highland Park) has some maturing to do. We certainly expect to have higher retail demand in the future. We want to convince the other owners that we're landlords who really care. Looking for some creative curb appeal ideas from anyone, particularly those in the market. Some ideas from us:

White picket fence
A few (additional) hardy shrubs around the main porch
Colorful door