All About Staging
Find answers to the most common questions about staging a home.
Why Stage a House?
It’s simple - staging pays for itself. Staging a vacant home will bring a higher sales price, even in a hot seller’s market. The best thing you can do for potential buyers is create a environment that they can imagine themselves living in. Staging helps create this through tasteful furniture and artwork placement to make the house welcoming & warm. It can also make a home feel larger than a vacant home and take away any unwelcoming echoes created from an empty space.
How much does it Cost?
Cost depends on how much of the house needs staging. Generally, a modest size house staging costs between $2,400 - $2,800. This typically includes the main living space, dining room, kitchen, primary bedroom, and primary bath. Want to stage a second bedroom or office space? Plan to spend another $400 per room. If you have an extra family room, plan for around $500-$600 to dress that up. Keep in mind that some companies may charge an initial consultation fee, while others you can send photos to directly to generate a quote. Don’t be dissuaded by the price, the cost of staging is almost always less than your first price reduction!
How long does the furniture stay?
Most contracts allow you to keep furniture & artwork for 60-90 days, depending on the company. After that, you can expect to pay around a $500 rental fee per month until you no longer need the staging.
What if I’m still living in the house?
Most staging companies offer owner-occupied staging. Instead of replacing furniture, they will work with your current items. They will re-arrange, add artwork, and any extra accessories to make your home more welcoming. Be aware that many companies have policies for occupied staging in homes with pets or young children.
Who do we recommend for staging?
We work with four professional staging companies that are local, independently owned, and vetted by our firm. Each stager has their unique strengths. Contact one of our agents directly for recommendations.
The Bottom Line
Staging is an extremely valuable asset in selling a home & selling a home quickly. Not only will staging help future buyers picture themselves in the home, but it will also create a more cohesive and visually pleasing environment (not to mention, great marketing photos!). Despite the cost, most staging will pay for itself in a quicker sale time. See below for some photos of beautifully staged homes that Verve has listed!
*Disclaimer: The estimate costs above are estimates ONLY - intended to help provide an understanding of staging costs. Each company and each house will vary.
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