# Yard Eyesores That Ruin Curb Appeal > Realtors reveal yard features that hurt home value and neighbor relations. - Title: Yard Eyesores That Ruin Curb Appeal · Family Handyman - Summary: Realtors reveal yard features that hurt home value and neighbor relations. Realtors identify overgrown lawns, dead trees, clutter, and abandoned vehicles as… - Keywords: overgrown lawns, dead trees, clutter, abandoned vehicles, lawn gnomes, artificial turf, garbage bins, inflatable decorations, derelict sheds, plastic flamingos, Family Handyman - Source: Family Handyman — https://familyhandyman.com/article/eyesores-in-yards - Author: Laurie Nichols - Published: 2026-11-12T16:29:16+00:00 - Read time: 1 min - Topics: overgrown lawns, dead trees, clutter, abandoned vehicles, lawn gnomes, artificial turf, garbage bins, inflatable decorations, derelict sheds, plastic flamingos ## Overgrown Lawns and Weeds Unmowed grass and weeds make yards look neglected and can become eyesores. > A yard that is basic is not a problem as long as it is well kept ## Dead Trees and Shrubs Neglected trees and shrubs create a perception issue even if the rest of the yard is well-maintained. > Dead shrubs may appear minor. However, they create a larger perception issue if the property owner is not maintaining something minor ## Clutter and Junk Broken items like furniture and equipment pile up and create stress for neighbors. > When you see clutter and junk in or around a home, it can create stress and uneasiness, even for neighbors ## Broken or Neglected Fences Rotting fences drag down property value but old fences can be painted or repaired. > A fence does not have to be new to look good. Old fences can be painted, and neglected and damaged fences can be repaired to make a good first impression ## Lawn Gnomes and Garden Statues Too many garden ornaments create visual clutter and overwhelm the yard. > The right amount of decorations can give personality to a yard and make it inviting, but too many can give a cluttered appearance ## Artificial Turf Low-quality artificial turf creates uneven seams and a cheap aesthetic. > One of the major problems is if it appears as if the grass has been glued to the ground ## Excessive Lawn Ornaments Too many garden ornaments compete for focal points and create visual clutter. > A property can lose appeal with an overabundance of various garden ornaments competing for focal points throughout the landscape ## Unattractive Garbage and Recycling Bins Leaving bins in front of homes all week reduces curb appeal and looks messy. > There’s nothing wrong with having garbage and recycling bins in the front yard during pick-up day, but leaving them lined up in front of the house all week doesn’t look great and robs the home of its curb appeal ## Abandoned Vehicles and Equipment Broken down vehicles can become yard eyesores and impact home value. > Broken down cars, ATVs or campers strewn in a yard qualify as a yard eyesore in most people’s eyes ## Key takeaway Realtors identify overgrown lawns, dead trees, clutter, and abandoned vehicles as yard eyesores that reduce curb appeal.