Could you please add photos that show the whole property side to side from the street or sidewalk? Go stand opposite the front door by the curb and take one straight on photo towards the house. Then still standing in the same spot, take one or two photos to each side so that we can see the entire front property from the left boundary to the right in a series of 3-5 photos. That will give us an overview that includes the entire space. Then walk up to a distance of 15’ or so from the house and again take a series of photos so we can see a bit of lawn, but mostly closer views of the walkway, drive, and potential planting areas closer to the house.

A few goals for the space would be nice as well. Do you want the front yard or porch as a play area for kids or a seating area for relaxing? Are you just looking for ”curb appeal”? Do you enjoy gardening, or are you looking for easy maintenance? Do you live on a busy road and want some visual separation, or do you want to be able to sit on the front porch and greet neighbors? Etc.

I agree that more/better pictures are needed.

Still, one thing stands out as a "must fix" and that's the walk sticking well above the surrounding grade. The fix is to bring the grade up to meet it and blend it into the surrounding yard.

There are Pros here who can help you better than I can, so just some practical advice.

When I move to a new house/area, I spend a lot of time walking the surrounding neighborhood looking for ideas. Seeing what others have done (good and bad) helps me jumpstart my wishlist. And if you haven't already, do start a landscaping Ideabook here on Houzz.

If you can rustle up some money, consider paying a landscape designer to create a plan for your property (difficult when you've just purchased a home, but probably costs less than you think). Be sure to share the ideas you've gathered and a realistic budget. You can work on implementing the plan as time and money allows.

Have fun creating a beautiful garden in your lovely new home.