A patio with pavers will allow people to do a sitting area, put planters, etc.

The finishes weren't as nice or stylish, but it was a clean house and for only $10k more it had an attached one car garage.

From what I've seen, the point when large influential cities and stylish wealthier neighborhoods begin to let go of a trend, is often when many small midwest neighborhoods and towns are only just beginning to jump on that trend bandwagon, or at least are still running their course with the trend. 

@Jeni Lu , Get rid of the bushes against the home, make small mulch area from house out 18" to 24" for small planter for small plants.

internet, planter boxes, etc to get the return by providing "lifestyle" amenities. 

I earn about $7000/yr in added rent to furnish the 12 bedrooms.The best part is that the tenants love the look of the furniture because it's modern and stylish.

I would hope to make stylish upgrades and increase the rental value.

You could also create a larger planter in the front yard by eliminating a lot of the grass (maintenance), edging the new space with pavers that match your trim and planting some low maint. low water use species that would add color to the place.

In most of my properties there is an Austin feel - we use a lot of hand made steel planters and black rock gravel in the landscaping, metal roofs, and screened in porches. 

A lamp post and planters have been started and thoughts of a man made barrier for privacy are being given consideration.The tenant is being very difficult…All I would like to do is gain access and complete this project!