Yep, We Don’t Have to Stage Everything…
When it comes to home staging, it's important to focus on the key areas of a home that buyers will pay the most attention to. Maximizing these spaces can make a huge impact on the overall appeal of the home, and can even increase the sale price while keeping your staging budget low.
So, which rooms should be the top priority for home staging? In this article, we'll explore the top rooms to home stage, including tips and tricks for making them shine. From the communal living space to the kitchen, we've got you covered.
Read on to discover how to showcase these rooms in the best light possible, and turn your next sale into a huge success.
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Living room
Consider the living room your home’s main attraction. Buyers will carefully examine the communal space to determine if it lives up to its name - living. In this space, buyers expect a vibe that can nurture everyday family bonding, entertainment, and relaxation. In 2023, it was found that 39 percent of buyers found the living room space to be most important to buyers (NAR). As such, be sure to curate a warm, inviting energy in the living area that’s spacious enough to accommodate a growing family and comfortably entertain guests.
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2. Primary Bedroom
Roll out the red carpet in the King and Queen’s quarters. As a close second to the living room space, a strong primary bedroom presentation is the second most important room amongst 36 percent of buyers (NAR). Historically, the primary, aka the “master bedroom” is a luxurious space designed for the male provider of the household to rest, study, and enjoy ultimate privacy with his spouse. Although less misogynistic, the appeal still remains. Buyers seek a private domain to call their refuge in the primary. In your primary, be sure to lay out a story of ultimate leisure fit for royalty.
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3. Kitchen
Where some of the most valuable memories are made, the kitchen is often considered the heart of the home, and a well-staged kitchen can reinforce that idea. Staging a kitchen is a crucial part of the home staging process, as it can greatly impact potential buyers' perception of the rest of the home.
By removing any clutter and organizing the space, a seller can make the kitchen appear larger and more functional. They can also add stylish and on-trend decor elements such as fresh flowers, colorful dishware, and cozy textiles that can create a warm and inviting atmosphere. A staged kitchen can help buyers envision themselves cooking and entertaining in the space, ultimately increasing the perceived value of the home.
