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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Even if your home's curb appeal leaves a good impression, a dirty sidewalk can hog the spotlight. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 25 June 2026 It’s made from high-quality, realistic-looking plastic that adds chic curb appeal to your front door. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2026 While some fences are charming and enhance your home's curb appeal, others can majorly detract from it. Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 21 June 2026 For a house that needs a refresh, implementing front porch ideas is a smart way to add curb appeal without spending like crazy. Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for curb appeal

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 1 Jul. 2026.

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