#59: Worn Artificial Turf
Artificial turf can look neat at first, but worn turf can lower appeal. Faded color, wrinkles, bad seams, odors, poor drainage, or cheap-looking installation may make buyers think the yard was done quickly or without long-term care.

The fix depends on condition. Clean and deodorize turf, repair loose edges, improve drainage, or replace sections that look tired. When installing turf, choose quality materials and proper groundwork, because a low-cost shortcut outside can make buyers question other updates too.
