Condos
Staging a Condo on a Budget
For most condos, staging the living area, the dining spot and the primary bedroom is enough. Use furniture sized for the rooms, give any second bedroom one clear purpose, and put two chairs on the balcony. That covers the listing's main photos without paying for rooms buyers skim past.
Why condos are good candidates
Condos in the same complex often share a floor plan, so buyers compare them side by side. An empty unit looks like every other empty unit. A furnished one shows that a sofa, a table for four and a queen bed all fit.
The three-room plan
- Living area: one sofa, one or two chairs, a rug and a coffee table. Skip the oversized sectional.
- Dining: a round or glass table keeps a small space open.
- Primary bedroom: a made bed, two nightstands, lamps.
The second bedroom
If the budget allows one more room, decide what it is. In our Laguna Woods condo the second bedroom is staged as an office, which shows buyers another way to use the room.
Do not forget the balcony
A small table and two chairs cost very little and add an outdoor photo to the listing.
Plan for the HOA
Check the rules for move-ins: elevator reservations, delivery hours and parking for the truck. Sorting this out before install day avoids a rescheduled delivery.
See another example in this skylit Laguna Woods condo, or request a quote for your unit.
Questions
Which rooms should I stage in a condo?
The living area, dining space and primary bedroom. Add the second bedroom or balcony if the budget allows.
Is condo staging cheaper than house staging?
Usually, because fewer and smaller rooms are furnished and staging is priced by the room.
