How Murals Contribute to Property Value and Aesthetic Appeal
I’ve been noticing more murals popping up in residential and commercial areas lately, and it got me thinking about how much they actually affect the value of a property. On one hand, a well-done mural can make a building stand out, but on the other hand, not everyone might share the same taste in art. For example, if I had a mural painted on the side of a small café, I’d imagine it could attract more customers just because it looks unique. But would that actually translate into higher property value long term, or is it more of a short-term “wow” factor? Curious if anyone has seen a direct connection between murals and real estate appeal in practice.
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That’s a really interesting question, and I’ve actually seen this play out a couple of times. A friend of mine in New Jersey had a dull, gray exterior wall on his bakery that no one ever paid much attention to. He commissioned a mural with vibrant floral patterns and local motifs, and honestly the foot traffic doubled within months. The mural didn’t just make the place look nicer—it made it memorable. People started taking photos outside, tagging the location on social media, and suddenly the place became a bit of a local landmark. Later, when he moved to sell the property, the buyers were willing to pay more because the bakery already had this built-in recognition factor. From what I’ve read, professional services in places like Short Hills even focus on customizing murals for both aesthetic and market value purposes (see luxury murals: https://feelflow.space/pages/mural-painting-services-in-short-hills). So, while taste does matter, if the artwork is done in a way that connects with the community or matches the vibe of the property, it can absolutely raise its value in more ways than one—financially and culturally.