When driving around residential neighborhoods, many drivers will encounter obstacles intended to slow them down. These obstacles, commonly referred to as speed bumps, are known to reduce traffic speed in residential areas, but do they also reduce home values?
In this article, we’ll examine the possible effects of speed bumps on home values, including reducing traffic speed, increasing neighborhood safety and creating visual clutter. With this knowledge, we’ll be able to answer the question: do speed bumps really reduce home values?