If you want to boost the appeal of your house in a hurry, new siding will get the job done quickly, while also not breaking the bank. Replacing 1,250-square-feet of siding will cost $16,036, of which you can expect to recoup $12,119, or 75.6%. Mid-grade cedar will cost you $4 a square foot to install, while vinyl siding will put you out $1.60, by comparison, according to This Old House. Nearly a third of all new homes now come with vinyl siding, which is easier to maintain - no painting required.