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The $14,999 Front Yard Transformation: Curb Appeal That Actually Sells

December 22, 20257 min read
Elan Benor

Elan Benor

Co-Founder, Moda Outdoor Living

The Neglected Front Yard

Everyone focuses on the backyard. But your front yard is what neighbors see every day. It's what potential buyers notice first. And in LA's competitive real estate market, curb appeal directly affects home value.

Our Front Yard Design package starts at $14,999 because that's what it takes to do it right.

What's Included

  • Paver driveway extension or border
  • Flagstone or paver walkway to front door
  • Artificial turf or drought-tolerant landscaping
  • LED path lighting
  • Planting areas with mature plants
  • Drip irrigation system
  • Cleanup and debris hauling

Popular Add-Ons

  • Full driveway replacement (+$8,000-12,000)
  • Retaining walls or planters (+$3,000-8,000)
  • Premium mature trees (+$2,000-5,000)
  • Automatic gate or smart lighting (+$3,000-6,000)

Why It Matters

Real estate studies consistently show that curb appeal affects home value by 5-10%. On a $1M LA home, that's $50,000-100,000 in perceived value—far more than the $15,000-25,000 investment.

But beyond resale, you live here. You come home to this every day. Shouldn't it look good?

Elan came out to show us paver samples and I received a quote the next day. Beautiful driveway and extended walkway! — Christine A., via Yelp

Our Front Yard Process

  • Day 1: Site prep, demolition, grading
  • Days 2-3: Base preparation, drainage
  • Days 4-5: Paver/flagstone installation
  • Days 6-7: Planting, turf, irrigation
  • Day 8: Lighting, cleanup, walkthrough

Most front yard projects complete in 1-2 weeks depending on scope. We minimize disruption by working efficiently through each phase.

💡 Pro Tip

Plan for HOA approval if applicable. We provide 3D renders that help with approval committees.

What Our Clients Say

"Elan came out to show us paver samples and I received a quote the next day. Beautiful driveway and extended walkway!"
CA

Christine A.

Yelpvia Yelp

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a front yard transformation take?

Typically 1-2 weeks for our standard package. Larger scopes with driveways may take 2-3 weeks.

Do you remove existing landscaping?

Yes, demo and haul-away is included. We start fresh.

Will new landscaping need lots of watering?

We specialize in drought-tolerant designs with efficient drip irrigation. Your water bill often decreases.

Ready to Transform Your Backyard?

Let's discuss your project. Book a free consultation and I'll personally walk you through your options.

Elan Benor

Elan Benor

Co-Founder, Moda Outdoor Living

Elan co-founded Moda Outdoor Living with Ilan Koifman after they met during Ironman training. Together, they've completed over 1,000 backyard transformations across Los Angeles, bringing transparent pricing and exceptional craftsmanship to every project.

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