The Essentials for a Successful Open House

From the cleaning to the organizing to the small fix-ups around the house, there can be a lot of minor details that go into staging a successful open house. However, there are a few essential items you should be sure not to forget about when you prep your home for an influx of potential buyers.

Choose The Right Time

If you happen to be selling your home in the busy season, it’s important to set your open house at a time that gives potential buyers room to breathe. While weekends are a popular time for open houses, you may want to choose a day or time that is a little different from other homes in your area. This means visitors to your home will be able to take their time and really see the details that make your home distinct and worth a second look.

The Exterior Speaks Volumes

With so much cleaning and so many small maintenance duties, it can be easy to forget about the first thing that guests will see when they show up at your doorstep, the exterior. However, this will provide the initial impression so you’ll want to ensure that it’s a positive one. Before organizing your open house, make sure the lawn is cleared and cut, the hedges are trimmed and your doorway is well maintained.

Make The Marketing Count

If you’ve primed your home for your open house, it’s important to ensure your marketing efforts are up to snuff and will get people through the door. While your real estate agent should feature your home and some professional photos on their website, you should also consider handing out flyers to your neighbors and advertising on social media to reach anyone who might be interested.

Engage All The Senses

It might sound strange, but a house that smells and sounds good in addition to a house that looks good can actually work wonders in swinging a buyer in the direction of your home. While having a clean, clutter-free place is ideal, you may want to consider baking beforehand or even leaving a little music on so people will feel relaxed and right at home.

There are a lot of little tricks that go into a successful open house and it’s important to utilize all of them to get the best results. If you’re putting your home on the market, contact me for more information.

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15685 W Mackenzie Drive Goodyear, AZ 85395

$508,000

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,654 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6692050

Property Type Single Family Residence

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A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS

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12238 W Candelaria Court Sun City, AZ 85373

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$508,000

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,995 SqFt

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MLS # 6699037

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Look at this NON age restricted DREAM home situated on a NICE cul-de-sac lot with North/South exposure. This CHARMING home built in 2020 boasts 1995 SF. w/ a GREAT ROOM, 3 SPACIOUS bedrooms, a versatile FLEX ROOM, & 2 Baths. The Kitchen has plenty of storage w/ a LARGE Quartz Island and plenty of seating ideal for Entertaining Family & Friends. The SPACIOUS Primary Bedroom has a Beautiful TILED Shower & LARGE Walk-in closet. Step outside to the FULLY Landscaped backyard and Covered patio. There's plenty of room in the Tandem 3-car garage. This Home is conveniently situated next to a LUSH common area greenbelt, offering a BBQ Grill & Picnic table seating. WONDERFUL location in the Peoria School District with EASY access to the 303, Shopping, Restaurants, and SO MUCH MORE! Welcome Home!

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5075 N Granite Reef Road Scottsdale, AZ 85250

Open House

$508,000

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,608 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6686944

Property Type Townhouse

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Perfect Primary Home or Lock and Leave! - Very Few 3-Bedroom options available for sale in Scottsdale at this price point! Light and Bright Scottsdale Townhome - 3 Bedrooms/2.5 Bathrooms - Amazing Interior Location away from the street and across from Community Pool - Move-In-Ready - Centrally located in Scottsdale Less than 5 Miles from Sport Fields, Shopping, Parks, and Entertainment including Old Town Scottsdale - New Wood-Look Tile Flooring in Downstairs Common Areas in 2023 - Updated Primary Bathroom in 2022 - New AC Unit in 2022 - New Roof in 2023 - Large Patio Perfect for Entertaining - Two Assigned Parking spaces - Assigned Storage Unit - Welcome Home!

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21387 N Elba Road Maricopa, AZ 85138

$507,995

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,500 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6693439

Property Type Single Family Residence

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The ranch-style Cassandra plan showcases an open layout with a great room, a breakfast nook and a large gourmet kitchen. The owner's suite is adjacent, and boasts a generous walk-in closet and an attached bath with a large walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms flank a full bath, and the nearby private study and powder room finish off the interior.

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35079 N Lead Way San Tan Valley, AZ 85144

$507,995

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,331 SqFt

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MLS # 6686636

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Check out this stunning move-in ready home! The enormous kitchen boasts name-brand appliances, upgraded countertops, and ample cabinet space. The second-story loft offers an open space ideal for families. A private flex space extends the possibilities of this home, creating plenty of space for personalization. Pristine walking and biking trails showcase everything this community has to offer.

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7775 N 57th Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301

$507,990

5 Beds

3 Baths

2,354 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6680214

Property Type Single Family Residence

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What a great opportunity, this 5 bedroom, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage home is located in a quite cul-de-sac just across from children playground, park & walking distance to shopping area. The home features an open and bright living room with a bedroom and full bathroom down stairs, 20'' ceramic tile through the first floor, eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, breakfast bar, pantry. Wood flooring stairs leads to a huge loft, the other 3 bedrooms & main room with a full bathroom double sinks, walk-in closet. Easy to maintain backyard with Synthetic grass, sitting area, Arizona room & storage shed. Don't miss this one!!!!!

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18458 W Villa Hermosa Lane Surprise, AZ 85387

$507,367

5 Beds

4 Baths

3,045 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6649790

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Below Market Interest Rate Available! New Build Home. 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, LOFT, 3 Car Garage with 8ft Garage Door. VERY Open Floor Plan. SUPER GREAT ROOM. Kitchen Island with Beautiful Back splash, walk in Pantry. Primary Bath has Garden Tub and walk-in shower. Tile throughout, carpet in bedrooms only. Patio on back of home. This home is located in North Copper Canyon that offers a community pool and many other amenities. High Performance Home with smart technology, makes it so you can truly live in your element!!

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207 S Beaver Street Flagstaff, AZ 86001

$506,850

1 Bed

1 Bath

810 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6632517

Property Type Apartment

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OWN FLAGSTAFF - DO NOT MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! This 1-Bedroom Condo has a covered patio's, and is Move-in-ready! This 5-story community was tastefully designed to accentuate the views off each deck of the 32 luxury units! Living the high life at 7000' feet is a breeze at The Views at Butler, just a step from Northern Arizona University & the nightlife in downtown. Watch the sunset reflect off the San Francisco Peaks while BBQ'ing on the oversized Roof-Top View Deck & lounge area. Convenience & ease are built into the community w key fob elevator, a trash shoot on every level & standard A/C. Beyond the aesthetic & downtown life vibe! Location, Convenience, Views & Community. It's the perfect home for you!

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7407 W Gardinia Avenue Glendale, AZ 85303

$506,696

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,465 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6695968

Property Type Single Family Residence

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Under Construction new build home with a July/August 2024 move-in! Amazing single family 4-bedroom 2.5-bathroom 2 car garage home on a N/S exposure corner homesite within the desirable Alto gated community!!! This Tenor floor plan features quartz kitchen countertops, modern white full overlay cabinets, contemporary imperfect smooth walls, and stainless kitchen appliances plus much more! Plan your visit today! ^^Up to 4% of Base Price can be applied towards closing cost and/or short-long term interest rate buydowns when choosing our preferred Lender. Additional eligibility and limited time restrictions apply. ***Prices subject to change, photos may be of a model home or virtually staged, actual home will vary.

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172 W Galveston Street Chandler, AZ 85225

Open House

$506,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

1,703 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6679182

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Welcome home to this charming property with a center island in the kitchen, perfect for preparing meals and entertaining. The nice backsplash in the kitchen adds a modern touch to the space. Other rooms provide flexible living space to suit your needs. The primary bathroom features double sinks and good under-sink storage. Step outside to the fenced backyard with a covered sitting area, ideal for enjoying the outdoors in comfort. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to make this house your home!

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15926 W Bronco Trail Surprise, AZ 85387

Open House

$505,990

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,434 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6703963

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

This is an amazing home, this quick move-in Pearl floor plan is indeed one of our best-selling homes, it boasts a stunning design with upgraded kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops and a stylish backsplash, the master bathroom includes a spacious shower, the home is equipped with Smart Home Technology, and is also Energy Star Certified, ensuring energy efficiency, the oversized sliding glass door provides abundant natural light and easy access to the outdoors, the upgraded electrical package and recessed can lighting enhance the overall ambiance of the home, window coverings are included for privacy and aesthetics, and of course the home comes with a garage door opener for convenience and security, it's a perfect combination of style, functionality and modern features, come and see!

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24099 N 147th Drive Surprise, AZ 85387

$505,774

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,204 SqFt

Status Active

MLS # 6703239

Property Type Single Family Residence

Price Type --

Up to 3% of total purchase price towards closing costs incentive offer. Additional eligibility and limited time restrictions apply; details available from Selling Agent. MLS#6703239 October Completion. Experience contemporary living at Los Cielos at Rancho Mercado with our 40-2 floorplan—a single-story oasis featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. The open design effortlessly connects the dining room, kitchen, and great room. Delight in the kitchen with tiled backsplash, recycle center, and beautiful soft close cabinets and drawers. Three secondary bedrooms and 2 bathrooms adorn the front for added seclusion, while the primary bedroom at the rear offers a generous walk-in closet, spa-like shower, and dual vanities—blending opulence with functionality.

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