Staging can make a significant difference in the home-selling process. Staged homes tend to sell faster, for higher prices, and with greater buyer appeal. The benefits of staging are clear, with many sellers seeing a solid return on their investment.
Are you thinking about staging your home, or just curious how much of a difference it can make in a sale? As your realtor, I believe staging is so important that I include it in all of my listings—it’s one of the key ways I help my clients stand out and maximize their return.
83% of buyers’ agents reported that staging a home makes it easier for buyers to visualize the property as their future home. (National Association of Realtors, 2022)
According to a 2023 study, staged homes sold for 6% higher on average than non-staged homes. This has increased slightly in recent years, likely due to high competition in the market. (Real Estate Staging Association, 2023)
Homes with professional staging and photography are 40% more likely to be viewed by potential buyers online compared to homes without. The growing importance of online platforms for initial interest has made this statistic particularly relevant. (Redfin, 2022)
In 2023, the return on investment (ROI) for home staging is now averaging around 400%—meaning for every $1 spent on staging, homeowners can expect up to $4 in return. (Home Staging Resource, 2023)
Staged homes on average spend 50% less time on the market compared to non-staged homes, with some reports showing a 50-60% reduction in time to sell. (National Association of Realtors, 2022)
69% of real estate agents say that staging a home leads to higher offers, with some homes receiving offers above the asking price, particularly in competitive markets. (Real Estate Staging Association, 2023)
62% of buyers are more likely to visit a property in person if they see well-staged photos online, showcasing the critical role of staging in the initial decision-making process. (National Association of Realtors, 2022)
For luxury homes, staging has been shown to lead to 10% higher offers on average. Higher-end buyers expect homes to look more polished and move-in ready, making staging a strong investment. (Luxury Home Marketing Institute, 2022)
58% of buyers said they could better see the potential of a home when it was staged, especially in homes that were vacant or had unconventional layouts. (Home Staging Resource, 2023)
76% of sellers said that staging helped their home feel more valuable and worthy of a higher asking price, leading to a better overall perception of the property’s worth. (Coldwell Banker, 2023)