Will a Privacy Fence Increase My Home's Value?

The value of a home is determined using numerous factors and variables. Additions, improvements and repairs work together to increase property value. Privacy fencing is one way to enhance the value of a property.

Appeal

• According to information on the Realtor website, privacy fencing is an improvement to a property. Fencing allows buyers more privacy in the yard, by standing over 5 feet tall with no open slats. This is appealing for buyers with children and pets.

Area of a Property

• Privacy fencing normally enhances value best when placed around the backyard. It can actually detract from property value when placed around the front yard, unless other properties in the area have similar fencing configurations. It is important to note that some homeowner associations will not allow privacy fencing in front.

Considerations

• Large expanses of land are normally best suited for privacy fencing around the perimeter. Concrete or masonry privacy fencing can be valued higher than wooden privacy fencing, as it is not subject to termite infestation.