Home staging is the process of preparing a home for sale by helping buyers visualize their lives there. This process uses furniture to help create a visual representation of each room. Stagers also declutter and depersonalize a home, making it more impartial for potential buyers. The cost of home staging in Calgary differs depending on which staging company you use, but you can expect an average monthly price of around $500-$600 for each staged room. 58% of REALTORS® who represent buyers note that buyers offer more money for staged homes, especially in a hot market that moves quickly! If you’re looking for more information about why home staging works, read on.
Does home staging really work? How?
Yes, it really works. A staged property spends an average of 73% less time on the market. Staging works because it allows possible buyers to visualize themselves living in your home. Staged homes sell around 88% faster and for 20% more than properties that aren’t staged. When the home is staged correctly, it turns the viewing experience into a home that buyers can imagine living in. Giving each room a purpose helps buyers understand how they could use each and every space. Another reason why staging proves to be effective is that it makes your property stand out online. REALTOR.ca is the powerhouse of online listings. When looking to buy a house, people begin an online search, which means pictures are the first thing they see. When your home is cleaned, decluttered, and depersonalized with furniture appropriately set up and thoughtful decor throughout, your listing will get much more traction.
Does my house need to be vacant to stage it?
No, home staging does not require your house to be vacant! Although it may be more painless to stage with a clean slate, it’s a myth that you must have an empty house to stage it properly. We have written a few blog posts on how to stage your home with what you already have! You can use your existing furniture and decor to stage your home, focusing more on the decluttering, depersonalizing and cleaning aspects. We offer free home staging in Calgary and Edmonton, whether your house is vacant or not. Should you live in your house while your property is listed, we will set up a staging consultation with you to game plan how to best stage your home with what you already have.
Do I need to stage my home before I list it?
Absolutely. Home staging in Calgary aims to give buyers a positive and unforgettable first impression. As we mentioned, online search is paramount for real estate listings and the success of foot traffic to your home. Because good quality pictures are such an important piece of that puzzle, you want to allow your home to put its best foot forward. Both for online and in-person viewings. When potential buyers see your home is staged and clean, they’ll call their real estate professional to set up a viewing.
What is the cost of home staging services?
The pricing will vary depending on which staging company you use. Generally, though, the average cost is around $500-$600 per month for each staged room. Keep in mind that it does not include the initial consultation cost. The good news is that Realty Unleashed offers home staging in Edmonton and Calgary for free! We include staging as part of our listing services because we know the value of a well-staged home. We want your home to sell, and we want it to sell quickly. You can read more about our listing services here.
Working with Realty Unleashed!
We often get asked, “What’s the catch?” when we tell our clients that we offer free home staging in Calgary and Edmonton as part of our listing services. The truth is that there is no catch; Realty Unleashed has seen the success of home staging repeatedly, and we want our clients to have a smooth selling experience. A lot of moving parts go into preparing your home for sale, and our listing services exist to take some stress away from our clients. Between cleaning your home, taking away junk to the eco-station, dropping off unwanted items at donation centres, home staging, and curb appeal, your home will be looking its very best for the listing period. If you’re looking for a REALTOR® in Calgary or Edmonton, you can fill out the form below, and someone from our team will get back to you soon!
