{"id":75049,"date":"2025-12-02T13:47:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T21:47:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=75049"},"modified":"2025-12-30T12:28:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T20:28:48","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-stage-a-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-stage-a-house\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does it Cost to Stage a House?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The day has come – you\u2019re ready to <\/span>list your home for sale<\/span><\/a>, watch the offers roll in, and move into your next home. But before you put your house on the market, consider staging your home.\u00a0 A staged house allows buyers to envision themselves living in your home, which could increase the number of offers you see and offer price<\/span><\/p>\n

You may be wondering, how much does it cost to stage a house? Is home staging worth it? Is there any way to save money on home staging costs? We\u2019ll tell you exactly what you need to know.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"staged<\/p>\n

How much does it cost to stage a house?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Home staging costs an average of $1,800<\/span><\/a>, but can range anywhere from $600 to $4,000. Staging costs depend on factors like your home\u2019s size, if you\u2019re staging a vacant home, and more. This may seem pricey, but staging just may give your home the boost it needs to sell.<\/span><\/p>\n

What do home staging costs cover?<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Consultation cost:<\/b> The initial design consultation can cost anywhere from $150 to $600 and typically takes about two hours. After this, the stager will provide you with an estimate of how much the project can cost and any other fees.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Room-by-room staging:<\/b> Staging a room costs about $300 to $700. So, the more rooms you have staged, the more it\u2019s going to cost.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Price per hour:<\/b> Some stagers charge you per hour rather than a flat fee. It can range from $25 to $150. <\/span><\/p>\n

4. Price per project: <\/b>The average project cost ranges from $800 to $1,000, not including furniture rental costs. Typically, stagers will present you with an estimated cost of the project after your design consultation. <\/span><\/p>\n

5. Furniture rental costs: <\/b>Renting furniture can cost anywhere from $500 to $600 per room. It could cost up to $2,000 depending on the number of rooms you have staged. If you\u2019re staging a vacant home or your furniture is worn, your stager may recommend renting furniture.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Decluttering and rearranging: <\/b>If your stager uses your current furniture and d\u00e9cor, it\u2019s typically less expensive, about an $800 flat fee. This cost covers decluttering personal belongings and rearranging furniture to make your space more appealing. If you\u2019re willing to declutter your home yourself, this rate can be even less.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Other home maintenance projects:<\/b> Depending on your home\u2019s condition, your stager may suggest other home improvement projects. These projects can include updating the light fixtures, refinishing the cabinets, hiring a cleaning service, or painting your walls a neutral color. This cost will vary depending on what you need to update.<\/span><\/p>\n

>>Read: <\/i><\/b>How Much Does it Cost to Sell a House?<\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

\"simple<\/p>\n

Does staging your home help it sell?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Yes, staging does help your home sell. According to the<\/span> National Association of Realtors (NAR)<\/span><\/a>, 81% of buyer\u2019s agents said staging made it easier for potential buyers to see themselves living in the home. This means buyers are more likely to make an offer on the home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, staging a home may increase the final selling price of your home. In a<\/span> 2024 study from the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA)<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>on average staged homes sold over the list price on average of $70K. While home staging isn\u2019t guaranteed to help you sell your home faster and for more money, on average it seems to make the selling process easier.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ann Waters of <\/span>Naples Home Staging<\/span><\/a> comments on the importance of creating a great first impression, saying, \u201cThe first seven seconds a buyer spends in your home are critical. Buyers form an impression that affects how they view the rest of the home. If their first impression is \u201cWow!,\u201d they\u2019re more likely to judge the rest of the home more positively.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

How to save money on staging costs<\/span><\/h2>\n

1. Stage only the most important rooms:\u00a0<\/b>They continue, \u201cIf your home has a gorgeous outdoor space, staging it could make that feature even more of a draw. On the flip side, your stager can turn a cramped, dark spare room into a beautiful office or twin bedroom, helping potential buyers to see the functionality of the space.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Stage using your belongings: <\/b>If your furniture is in good condition, you can reduce staging costs by using your own belongings. Consider decluttering your space by removing excess personal items like photos and knick-knacks.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Take tips from the staging consultation:<\/b> Depending on your budget, some stagers offer a consultation to provide home staging tips that you can use to stage your home on your own. You\u2019ll still pay a consultation fee, but you won\u2019t have to pay to stage each room.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Consider soft staging:<\/b> Another cost-saving option is soft staging. Christina LaMonica, owner and lead designer at <\/span>Blossom Home Staging<\/span><\/a>, adds, \u201cSoft staging is convenient for sellers. It transforms a property from an empty impersonal space, into a warm, inviting home. Soft staging is an investment, not an expense.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Many stagers don\u2019t offer soft staging, but that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t find a stager that does. It\u2019s good to note that soft staging usually works better in vacant homes.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Limit the furniture you rent: <\/b>If you\u2019re looking for a slight step up from soft staging, consider renting a few key pieces of furniture to help bring the vacant rooms together. Think of a pair of chairs rather than a full dining room set.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Consult with your real estate agent: <\/b>Your<\/span> real estate agent<\/span><\/a> can provide you with advice about staging your home, like budget-friendly tips and tricks. For example, they may recommend that you take up some simple home improvement tasks first, like painting or decluttering.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Consider virtual staging: <\/b>Virtual staging<\/span><\/a> is another cost-effective way to stage your home without needing any furniture in your home. Better suited for empty homes, virtual staging is done by a professional virtual stager who digitally inserts furniture and decor into photos of your home. Virtual staging also costs much less than traditional staging, typically between $39 and $199 per room.<\/span><\/p>\n