Gardens: An Asset Or A Liability?

Efficiency & Property Investing · Jul 3, 2026 · 15m

Your properties can feature either passive outdoor spaces that require near-zero human intervention, or a living, breathing asset that can easily mutate into a costly maintenance liability. While a well-manicured garden can boost a property’s rental value by up to 15% and attract stable, long-term tenants like families, it also introduces substantial risks of tenant neglect and deposit disputes.

To secure maximum rental yields without succumbing to high maintenance costs, you should adopt a "design for neglect" strategy by replacing high-maintenance turf and delicate flower beds with premium…