curb appeal

noun

: the visual attractiveness of a house as seen from the street

Examples of curb appeal in a Sentence

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Adding a wreath to your door instantly elevates curb appeal and creates a warm, welcoming vibe. Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025 Add curb appeal with shutters or window boxes. Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025 Mismatched colors and shades will do the opposite of boosting curb appeal. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025 The family plans to use the money to improve the restaurant’s curb appeal. Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for curb appeal

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of curb appeal was in 1975

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“Curb appeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curb%20appeal. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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