{"id":11510,"date":"2019-07-31T14:53:15","date_gmt":"2019-07-31T21:53:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=11510"},"modified":"2026-04-10T09:08:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T16:08:56","slug":"staging-a-condo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/staging-a-condo\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Stage Your Condo: 9 Tricks to Make it Look Bigger and Brighter"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When you sell a condo, it can be hard to stir up that American dream, white-picket-fence emotional connection in buyers. Your living space lacks the space, privacy, and curb appeal single-family homes offer. While real estate experts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/real-estate-top-agent-insights-survey-q1-2019.pdf\">recommend staging<\/a> across property types, the right furniture, accents, and arrangements can help a buyer get past these common condo qualms.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/agents\/lex-lianos-md-3007350\">Lex Lianos<\/a>, who\u2019s sold 73 more condos than the average agent in his area in Northern Virginia: \u201cIf you spend $3,000 on staging a condo, you&#8217;re easily going to get a 10% to 15% return on investment in the final sale price.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But the devil\u2019s in the execution. Staging a condo calls for a focus on two key areas: space and lighting. Follow these techniques, and watch your condo bring in the same wide appeal as the storybook homes you see on the Hallmark channel.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11567\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11567\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to stage a condo complex\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-10-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11567\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Pixabay)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>1. Clear out all clutter<\/h2>\n<p>The size of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/construction\/chars\/pdf\/mfu_medavgsqft.pdf\">average condo is 1,200 to 1,400 square feet<\/a>\u2014which is about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.census.gov\/const\/C25Ann\/sftotalmedavgsqft.pdf\">1,000 square feet less than a single-family home<\/a>. The more stuff you have in it, the less spacious it looks.<\/p>\n<p>Follow these steps to stage your condo to look bigger:<\/p>\n<h3>Declutter to create the illusion of more space<\/h3>\n<p>Go room by room to remove knickknacks, junk, and miscellaneous items from your surfaces and countertops. If you\u2019re one of those people who stores their bike in the living room, time to get a storage unit for the duration that your condo is on the market. HomeLight\u2019s guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-a-house-full-of-stuff\/\">selling a house full of stuff<\/a>\u00a0has the advice you need on how to find the right storage unit and compare pricing, amenities, and accessibility.<\/p>\n<h3>Clean even the smallest spaces<\/h3>\n<p>Grab a caddy of cleaning supplies and go through the condo to vacuum, dust, and wipe down each area in the unit. Buzzfeed has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.buzzfeed.com\/nataliebrown\/clever-ways-to-deep-clean-your-tiny-home\">great list of hacks for cleaning small spaces<\/a>, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use a cordless stick vacuum for easy maneuvering<\/li>\n<li>Clean your stovetop with vinegar and a toothbrush<\/li>\n<li>Scrub your cabinets and baseboards with a dish cleaner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Depersonalize for mass appeal<\/h3>\n<p>Take down the macaroni art project from the fridge and reduce the scattering of family photos around your condo.<\/p>\n<p>After you remove everything but the furniture, you\u2019ll need to bring back in a few key decorative items so the place doesn\u2019t look blank and sterile.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11558\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11558\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"staging a condo with plants\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/29-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11558\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Jordan Whitt\/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>2. Use statement pieces to change the vibe of small spaces<\/h2>\n<p>Shift the focus away from the size of any small rooms using statement pieces that play up the lifestyle that a condo offers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen you\u2019re selling a condo, you\u2019re marketing a lifestyle of convenience and low maintenance. Full-service condos are almost a hotel experience,\u201d says Lianos.<\/p>\n<p>Suggest the freedom to travel with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Vintiquewise-3-Colored-Vintage-Luggage-Suitcase\/dp\/B00G5QA7OM?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1\">stack of vintage suitcases<\/a>. Hint at hours spent savoring select vintages with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.com\/kitchen-tabletop\/pdp\/winston-porter-arthurene-12-bottle-solid-wood-tabletop-wine-bottle-rack-w000190594.html?piid=844936982\">decorative wine rack<\/a>. Go for a Zen vibe with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Natural-River-Stacked-Garden-Decoration\/dp\/B004TUIVUI\">stack of natural river rock<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you go for themed statement pieces or a simple, beautifully potted plant, just make sure you keep things your d\u00e9cor clean and uncluttered.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cA new shower curtain, three rolled towels on the bathroom counter, a couple of fancy soaps in a decorative tray, and even a dated, 1960\u2019s green bathroom can look like a relaxing spa,\u201d suggests Lianos. \u201cIt\u2019s basic and easy staging, but it makes such a huge difference, especially in the listing photography.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>3. Simplify your window treatments<\/h2>\n<p>Space isn\u2019t the only thing that\u2019s limited in a condo\u2014most are short on windows, too.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11559\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11559\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726.png\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"546\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726.png\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"staging a condo with big windows\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726.png 546w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-64x31.png 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-128x62.png 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-192x93.png 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-432x209.png 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-500x242.png 500w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/30-e1564611263726-300x145.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 546px) 100vw, 546px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11559\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Arek Socha\/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A condo or condominium is basically <a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.cambridge.org\/us\/dictionary\/english\/condominium\">an apartment you own instead of rent<\/a>, which means you\u2019ll have shared walls on one or two sides, rather than windows in all four walls like a freestanding house.<\/p>\n<p>To maximize your limited natural light during daylight hours showings, get rid of any window treatments that block your outdoor light source.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHeavy draperies have got to go. You\u2019re better off having just a miniblind pulled all the way up or nothing at all,\u201d says Lianos.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cMy stager typically recommends soft, whispery sheers that swag away from the windows, never over them.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Don\u2019t go completely curtainless, though, or your rooms will wind up looking naked and abandoned. Hanging <a href=\"https:\/\/www.potterybarn.com\/products\/voile-sheer-drape\/?pkey=csheer-drapes-curtains&amp;isx=0.0.2001\">window sheers<\/a> dresses up your windows by softening the window frames, while still allowing the maximum amount of light into your condo.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Buy more lamps and get brighter bulbs<\/h2>\n<p>Speaking of lighting, you can\u2019t rely solely on natural light in a condo, even for daytime showings. You need plenty of electrical light sources, too.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11561\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11561\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to prepare for an open house\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/31-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11561\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Francesca Tosolini\/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just like your furniture needs to be slimmed down, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/products\/pendant-lighting\/type_mini@pendant\/\">light fixtures should be mini<\/a> so they don\u2019t overwhelm or opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lampsplus.com\/products\/track-lighting\/\">track lighting<\/a> that offers lots of illumination without drawing the eye.<\/p>\n<p>Amp up your brightness with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.com\/lighting\/pdp\/mercer41-lodewyk-275-table-lamp-w005482322.html?piid=1225871171\">clear glass table lamps<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allmodern.com\/lighting\/pdp\/dorian-black-metal-floor-lamp-a000991279.html\">slender, polished metal floor lamps<\/a> that add shine without bringing in bulk.<\/p>\n<p>Then turn your focus to the bulbs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI always recommend that my sellers, replace all the light bulbs with really bright LEDs that turn on instantly,\u201d says Lianos.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cThe last thing you want are bulbs that take five minutes to heat up to full brightness in a condo, or the space will look dark and dingy no matter what you do.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11560\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11560\" style=\"width: 1634px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-775x508.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"before and after lighting for how to stage a condo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-775x508.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-1536x1008.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-64x42.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-128x84.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-192x126.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-432x283.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-500x328.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM-800x525.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.31.55-PM.jpg 1634w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11560\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><\/a> Source: (batteriesplus.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Light bulbs that give off a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.batteriesplus.com\/blog\/lighting\/seeing-things-in-a-different-light\">soft or cool light<\/a> are your best bet but don\u2019t just pick a bulb and go with it. The one you pick won\u2019t just be illuminating your home, it can also change the look of your wall color. To find <a href=\"https:\/\/nymag.com\/strategist\/article\/best-led-light-bulbs.html\">the best LED light bulb<\/a> for your condo, you may need to test a few brands, wattages, and color temperatures.<\/p>\n<p>Just make sure that if you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/curb-appeal-lighting-tips\/\">install a higher-watt bulb<\/a>, that your fixture can handle the extra heat. Otherwise, you\u2019ll create a fire risk!<\/p>\n<h2>5. Create a blank canvas with neutral paint on your walls<\/h2>\n<p>Statement pieces only stand out and draw the eye when they\u2019re up against a blank canvas. In order to create that kind of impact, you\u2019ll need a neutral color on your walls.<\/p>\n<p>While there are a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.housebeautiful.com\/room-decorating\/colors\/g181\/paint-colors-0907\/\">hues that masquerade as neutrals<\/a> these days, when you paint the interior of a condo, stick within the white color palette.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11562\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11562\" style=\"width: 1118px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"775\" height=\"1184\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-775x1184.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to stage a condo using white shades\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-775x1184.jpg 775w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-768x1173.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-1005x1536.jpg 1005w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-64x98.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-128x196.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-192x293.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-432x660.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-327x500.jpg 327w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM-524x800.jpg 524w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Screen-Shot-2019-07-31-at-1.37.39-PM.jpg 1118w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 775px) 100vw, 775px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11562\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><\/a> Source: (Remodelaholic)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Avoid sterile, hospital white and instead go for a cool, blue-tinted hue like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glidden.com\/color\/color-families\/neutrals\/silver-birch\">Glidden&#8217;s Silver Birch<\/a>, a toasty cream like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/products\/SW7008-alabaster#\/7008\/?s=coordinatingColors&amp;p=PS0\">Sherwin-Williams&#8217; Alabaster<\/a>, or the popular off-white hue <a href=\"https:\/\/www.architecturaldigest.com\/story\/white-dove-paint-color\">White Dove by Benjamin Moore<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Replace bulky furniture with sleeker pieces<\/h2>\n<p>Your wall color can only do so much to make your condo feel light and bright if you\u2019ve got heavy, bulky furniture weighing your rooms down.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe scale of furniture is really important. I consider my stager the best in the area because she knows the right scale of furniture to make condos feel bigger,\u201d says Lianos.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>\u201cFor example, a 98-inch sofa will overwhelm a 700-square-foot condo.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>An overstuffed, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jossandmain.com\/furniture\/pdp\/wade-logan-harbor-88-upholstered-sofa-j000421965.html?piid=1146911281\">rolled arm couch<\/a> may be cozy, but a sleek <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clubfurniture.com\/products\/margo-mid-century-modern-button-back-track-arm-sofa?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvO6YvOXQ4wIVkfhkCh1sYQ1BEAkYCiABEgJFDfD_BwE\">track arm sofa<\/a> takes up less space visually and physically.<\/p>\n<p>Flank your sleek sofa with a pair of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.com\/furniture\/pdp\/mercury-row-teen-corinne-wooden-upholstered-side-chair-with-cutout-back-w007082505.html?piid=21617822\">armless accent chairs<\/a> and buyers will love that your small condo living room appears spacious while offering plenty of seating.<\/p>\n<p>Trim down your furniture\u2019s footprint for your master bedroom, too. California kings may be great to sleep in, but they can overwhelm a small condo bedroom. So think about bringing in a queen or a double bed instead to maximize the amount of visible floor space\u2014while still providing a bed for two.<\/p>\n<p>You need correctly-proportioned furniture to show off your condo\u2019s open flow, but what do you do if you only own bulky furnishings?<\/p>\n<p>Either sell or store your overstuffed stuff and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/furniture-rental-for-staging\/\">rent a few pieces of furniture<\/a>. It may cost you, but you\u2019ll reap the benefits by selling your condo faster and for more money.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Remove all the rugs<\/h2>\n<p>Furniture isn\u2019t the only thing making your condo look smaller.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11565\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11565\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to stage a condo room with no rugs\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-9-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11565\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Pexels\/ Pixabay)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>\u201cWith a condo, I want to maximize that visible floor space,\u201d explains Lianos. \u201cRugs in a condo define the space too much and in the wrong way. We have no rugs in any of our condo listings whatsoever.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Rugs may add warmth to hard flooring surfaces, but the rugs in your condo also create lines that divide up your rooms into smaller chunks. Take them all out. This includes the ones by the sinks in the kitchen and bathrooms.<\/p>\n<p>If you must have a rug or bath mat anywhere for everyday use, remember to tuck it away before any buyers come by to check out your condo.<\/p>\n<h2>8. Stage exterior spaces for outdoor living<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to stage your outside spaces as well, even if all you\u2019ve got is a little outdoor patio or a tiny balcony.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11563\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11563\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to stage the outside of your condo\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/blog-body-photos-8-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11563\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: Randy Fath\/ Unsplash)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Opt for smaller-proportioned furniture, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.com\/outdoor\/pdp\/langley-street-brandsville-round-2-person-323-long-aluminum-bistro-set-with-cushions-w000922576.html?piid=1373986735\">this small bistro table and chairs<\/a>. Then just place a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayfair.com\/kitchen-tabletop\/pdp\/alcott-hill-maddison-19-oz-crystal-all-purpose-wine-glass-w000952488.html\">couple of wine glasses out<\/a> on the table to set the scene.<\/p>\n<h2>9. Go with a wide-angle lens for photos (within reason)<\/h2>\n<p>Professional photographers know how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.slrlounge.com\/the-best-lens-for-real-estate-photography-according-to-7-pros\/\">use a wide-angle lens<\/a> to make your condo look roomy in the listing photos. But don\u2019t go overboard with this trick.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI&#8217;ve seen some condos photographed where the living room looks like a football field, then you walk in and it&#8217;s like a hundred square feet,\u201d\u00a0 explains Lianos. \u201cThat\u2019s not good, because buyers who thought the space was much bigger are turned off instantly as soon as they walk in.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_11566\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-11566\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32.jpg\" class=\"attachment-content size-content\" alt=\"how to stage a condo living room\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32-64x32.jpg 64w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32-128x64.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32-432x216.jpg 432w, https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/32-500x250.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-11566\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Source: (Skitterphoto\/ Pexels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Stage your condo for a successful sale<\/h2>\n<p>Despite their drawbacks, condos have a lot going for them. For one, they\u2019re cheaper. In June 2019, the <a href=\"https:\/\/newslink.mba.org\/mba-newslinks\/2019\/july\/mba-newslink-wednesday-7-24-19\/june-existing-home-sales-down-1-7\/\">median existing condo price was $260,100<\/a> compared to $288,900 for a single-family. When first-time buyers make up 35% of the buyer pool, an affordable condo makes for a hot commodity. In addition, condo associations <a href=\"https:\/\/money.usnews.com\/money\/personal-finance\/articles\/2016-06-26\/3-reasons-to-buy-a-condo-and-3-reasons-to-beware\">handle snow removal and lawn care<\/a> so you don\u2019t have to spend your weekends with a rake or shovel in hand\u2014that\u2019s a huge selling point.<\/p>\n<p>Condos can be a tough sell, though, and staging may be your only lifeline to help yours sell fast and for the most money.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cStaging is critical. I highly recommend that condos be professionally staged, or at the very least, get a consultation and do everything the professional stager says,\u201d advises Lianos.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you hire a professional stager or take on your condo\u2019s design makeover yourself, rest assured that your hard work will pay off with a successful condo sale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Staging a condo for sale calls for a focus on space and lighting. 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