How To Host A Successful Open House

How To Host A Successful Open HouseFrom fixing up all the minor repairs to cleaning the house top-to-bottom, there are a lot of small details that go into organizing the perfect open house. However, in the rush to organize everything, there are a number of to-do’s that are easy to forget about. If you’re currently prepping your home and don’t want to miss the important stuff, here are some things you should contemplate before setting the date.

The Outside Look

The first thing potential homebuyers will notice when they arrive at your home is the outside, and that’s why it’s so important not to neglect it. Before organizing your open house, make sure the lawn is mowed, any unsightly hedges are trimmed and that your entrance area and flowerbeds are well maintained. Since potential homebuyers will see the outside before anything else, there’s no sense in losing them for having a disheveled lawn before they’ve even walked through the door.

Effectively Market The Event

Many home sellers want to believe that their house will sell itself, but if no one knows about your open house or bothers to show up, there’s no chance of getting any offers. While your real estate agent should be featuring your home on their website, you may also want to hand out flyers to your neighbors and make a few posts on social media sites like Twitter and Facebook to get the word out. There are no assurances when it comes to drumming up interest, but spreading the word with as many people as possible will likely find a few interested parties.

Use The Five Senses

It may not be the most common advice, but engaging potential buyers on a number of different levels can actually enhance the appeal of your home. Playing a little music can be a good way to make them feel comfortable, and you may want to do a little baking beforehand since the sense of smell can have a powerful impact. It may seem a little bit quirky, but there’s nothing to make people feel comfortable and at home like the scent of freshly baked treats and a little music.

There’s plenty of cleaning and organizing when it comes to an open house but it’s also important to look at the big picture when it comes to prepping for your home showing. If you’re nearly ready to put your home on the market, please contact me for more information.

4502 N 124th Avenue Avondale, AZ 85392

$495,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,763 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6649213
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to your dream home in Rio Crossing, a secluded neighborhood enclave, complete with a large central park and playgrounds. As you enter the home, vaulted ceilings create a dramatic entryway where an oversized stairway opens into the room. Formal living and dining rooms are located in the front of the home, where natural light streams through the large windows creating a sense of spaciousness. Kitchen is upgraded with top tier cabinets, granite counter tops, enclosed pantry and is open to the family room. Kitchen also contains a large island for ample space to work and sit. This stylish home has 5 bedrooms PLUS a loft. One bedroom and a full bath located downstairs, provides a great solution for guests or multi-generational living. The best feature of this fabulous home is that the large back yard is PRIVATE, no neighbors looking into your space. ALSO, no neighbor next door, home is located next to a greenbelt. Schedule your showing today, you are going to love this house!

18009 N 129th Drive Sun City West, AZ 85375

$495,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,874 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6671466
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
W E L C O M E to this newly-upgraded 2,874 sq.ft residence. Inside, you'll find a perfectly flowing layout showcasing a large expensive floor plan. clean lines and sleek designs. Soothing palette, recessed lighting & wide plank vinyl flooring are features you'll love! The stunning kitchen boasts granite & butcher block counters, updated cabinets with custom accents, black and SS appliances, custom island, walk-in pantries. End your busy day in your primary master suites with a jacuzzi tub. Lavish bathrooms, custom vanities, expansive custom showers. Large walk in closets in each room. Spend relaxing afternoons in the expansive large backyard patio, plenty of space for entertaining! 16,900 cul-de-sac lot. This home is a dream come true! Don't miss outi Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Family Room, Office, Primary Master Suite with/classic French doors that open to a private sitting room.

36990 N Aleutian Drive San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,183 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6679966
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
An amAZing home for sale sitting on the border of San Tan Valley & Queen Creek only minutes from all new dining & shopping. This gated community has miles of walking trails throughout plentiful, lush open spaces along with 3 parks! This plan features 3 bedrooms (+office area off main bedroom),2 bath split floor plan. TWO outdoor living spaces: a courtyard & covered patio for your entertainment needs. The kitchen offers plenty of usable counters, & comes w/modern white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances. & tile t/out all common areas! Smart home technology is included along w/14 seer 3 zone HVAC & energy saving features. Soft water loop! blinds! ceiling fans! & nicely landscaped backyard. Just had 1 yr inspection w/builder! Enjoy the AMAZING SUNSETS!

3401 W Crocus Drive Phoenix, AZ 85053

$495,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,110 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6691161
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Seller offering $10K in buyer concessions. This charming, energy-efficient residence in a great Phoenix location. Providing 4 beds, 2 baths, RV gate, low-care landscape, & a 2-car garage w/carport extension. Inviting interior showcases a designer palette, recessed lighting, and tasteful flooring - plush carpet & tile t/out. You'll love the formal living room and a separate dining/family room w/a fireplace & French doors to the back! The kitchen boasts SS appliances, quartz counters, white shaker cabinetry, & a breakfast bar. Main bedroom has a walk-in closet & a private bathroom for added ease. Moving outdoors, the entertainer's backyard awaits! With a covered patio, artificial turf, & a sparkling diving pool w/ upgraded pool equipment. This space promises year-round enjoyment!!!

6428 W Wahalla Lane Glendale, AZ 85308

$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,667 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6678597
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
PRICE REDUCED TO SELL! MOTIVATED SELLER! This delightful home is a dream come true for those seeking a move-in ready abode! The current owner spared no expense in enhancing the property to create a perfect living space. From upgraded flooring to renovated bathrooms, plush carpets, and a charming backyard, every detail has been carefully considered to provide the utmost comfort and style. The best part? The house comes fully furnished, allowing you to settle in and start enjoying your new home right away. It's a rare opportunity to step into a space that has been thoughtfully curated with love and attention to detail, just waiting for its new owner to make it their own. Don't miss out on the chance to make this beautiful house your forever home!

25943 W Yukon Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$495,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Festival Foothills Phase 1, Buckeye
Open House
$495,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,066 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6703220
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This meticulous home is upgraded with a long list to include stylish tile motifs with hickory laminate flooring, hand-painted moldings, solid wood shutters & contemporary fixtures. Office and Primary BR on main floor with brand new spa-like bath. Kitchen presents granite counters, repainted cabinets with new hardware, convenient pull-out shelves & soft-close hinges. Outside, the landscape has been transformed with travertine pavers extending from the large covered patio. High-quality plants & thoughtful design elements, including a gas fire pit and fountain. Private and desirable N/S facing lot on quiet cul de sac. Light and bright inside. Low SOLAR pmt ($152)! GREAT COMMUNITY W/ GOLF COURSE, softball field/ basketball court, splash pad, paths, play structures, elementary school & more!

6175 N 87th Lane Glendale, AZ 85305

$495,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in La Buena Vida Phase 2, Glendale
Open House
$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,868 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6703261
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
UPDATED single level home with OWNED SHARP SOLAR PANELS (see Pearl Certification) **10K SQFT LOT backing to Desert Mirage Park! NO HOA! Recently redesigned kitchen with waterfall QUARTZ countertops, 2018 GE appliances, LED can lighting, double pane windows, 90% sun screens over new windows. Newer exterior doors & french door w/ built in blinds. Updated bathroom. New outlets some w/ USB ports. Engineered wood flooring with open floorplan. Updated bathrooms and amazing self-automated lighting in redesigned laundry room. All new interior lighting, added insulation, 15 SEER Trane HVAC. New Ext electrical near RV pad. Mini-split AC in Master bdrm. w/double sinks, vaulted ceilings. Pie shaped well landscaped yards.

4353 E Birchwood Circle Mesa, AZ 85206

$495,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Tierra Verde East, Mesa
Open House
$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,582 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6705370
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This beautiful family home is eligible for a FREE $7500 property specific Grant! Clean & move in ready w/ updates in all the right places. New roof w/ warranty, New hot water heater, New stainless fridge & dishwasher, VIP AC service agreement paid up front, granite counters & a Newer Heated pool for year round back yard fun! Enjoy the private yard with no homes behind, the safe cul-de-sac lot, RV gate with spacious side yard for toys and the low HOA fees. Smart home technology includes keyless entry and easy touch smart panel to control the pool equipment from your phone. The owners unexpected move is the buyers gain! Light, bright, spacious & ready for it's new owner. Come see it & find out more about the free Grant money the home qualifies for.

9016 W Port Royale Lane Peoria, AZ 85381

$495,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Starfire Bay Amd, Peoria
Open House
New
$495,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,602 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6706892
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Beautiful Villa on the water that will be a resort paradise to call home! Featuring 3 beds, 2.5 baths, & a 2-car garage w/cabinetry, this gem offers upgrades galore. Inviting interior showcases white porcelain tile on main level, vaulted ceilings, & remote-control window shades. You'll love the spacious living & dining room w/fireplace and multi-sliding doors to the back! The kitchen boasts SS appliances, granite counters, glass backsplash, and white shaker cabinetry. Double-door primary bedroom is downstairs! It has outdoor access and an ensuite with dual sinks & a walk-in closet. Upstairs are two nice-size sections, as well as a gorgeous newly remodeled bathroom w/walk-in shower! One bedroom w/attached balcony. Enjoy the back-extended covered patio, overlooking the lake views! Just WOW!

40954 N Wild West Trail Anthem, AZ 85086

$495,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Anthem Parkside, Anthem
Open House
$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,577 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6695861
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Premium view lot! The backyard faces a large open wash with unobstructed mountain views and features a paver patio seating area, synthetic grass, covered patio with extended slab, accent lights, natural vegetation and a gazebo. The interior has neutral tones throughout, vaulted ceilings, built-in cabinetry, travertine flooring in heavy traffic areas and crown molding. The large primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet. You will have plenty of storage with an oversized 2.5 car garage. Exterior of home was painted in 2021. Walking distance to Gavilan Peak Elementary School. The SOLAR WILL BE PAID OFF at close of escrow. The Solar system generates income from APS to the owner. In the last 12 months owner paid no APS bills and in fact received a check in January of 2024 from APS for $1,275. Anthem is an unincorporated master planned community in north central Maricopa County. It was founded by Del Webb in 1999 and initially built out in 2008; a new development recently added 202 homes to the community. It was awarded Best Master Planned Community in 2001, named one of Phoenix Magazine's Best Family Friendly Neighborhoods in 2012 and awarded Best Master Planned Community for Children in 2016. Anthem is home to residential, commercial, office, industrial and public uses, making it unique as a master planned community. From award-winning parks to quality landscaping, sports programs for all ages to trails, golf courses and more, Anthem is home to more than 27,000 residents and nearly 300 store-front businesses. Anthem is called a master planned community because it is self-contained and self-sustaining, allowing residents to share common resources and contribute to the common good of the community and region. Del Webb's design philosophy can be seen in every detail of Anthem's design plan, from the width of streets to the type of landscaping options, high number of recreational amenities to pre-set purposes of commercial plazas. After initial buildout, governance of the community was turned over to an executive staff and homeowner-led Board to carry Del Webb's master plan forward. Anthem by the numbers 27,000 residents (approx.) 10,305 homes 3 homeowners' associations 2 senior living communities 5,920 acres (9.25 sq. miles) of land 15 miles of walking, biking and pedestrian trails 60 acres of turf 350 acres of desert landscaped area 1,400 acres of protected washes and open space 20,000+ trees 4.4 million sq. ft. of common walls and view fences

158 W Winterberry Avenue San Tan Valley, AZ 85140

$495,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Ironwood Crossing - Unit 2 2014070575, San Tan Valley
Open House
$495,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,199 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6643292
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
PRICED BELOW COMPS! NEW GRASS in BACKYARD, OWNED SOLAR PANELS Queen Creek-San Tan Border! This meticulously maintained beauty features a lush grass backyard, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. 3 bedrooms plus a convertible den, upgraded granite countertops, and modern amenities like 8' doors throughout, 3cm thick granite countertops, upgraded cabinetry, kitchen island, dual primary bath sinks, a separate shower and bathtub, 3 zone A/C, a 3-car tandem garage w/upgraded 4Ft Extension, OWNED solar panels and an EV Charging Station, side Gate, Pavers and more. Community perks include parks, playgrounds, and a pool. Don't miss out! Full-price offer includes security cameras, video doorbell, refrigerator, washer, dryer, Tesla charging station, and projector. projection wall coated with projection screen paint ready for family entertainment, just plug in your devices. Reverse osmosis system to kitchen faucet and refrigerator, water softener. The community provides access to children's playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, greenbelt with Disc Golf, Aquatic Center, and many more amenities. The location is just minutes from grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, Queen Creek Marketplace, Queen Creek Olive Mill, Legacy Sports Arena, and Schnepf Farms.

2418 W Ellis Street Phoenix, AZ 85041

$494,999
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,644 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6634090
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This well maintained, 5-bedroom 3-bathroom, 3-car garage home, nestled in a quiet neighborhood at Copper Creek is a must see! It features an open floorpan with vaulted ceilings and abundance of natural light throughout. Chef's kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops and a large island/breakfast bar. Four bedrooms upstairs including a spacious primary suite and a loft. One bedroom and full bath located downstairs. Neutral paint, flooring and finishes throughout. The spacious, low maintenance backyard, complete with a large pergola and artificial grass turf, is perfect for relaxing or entertaining.