How To Host A Successful Open House

How To Host A Successful Open HouseFrom fixing up all the minor repairs to cleaning the house top-to-bottom, there are a lot of small details that go into organizing the perfect open house. However, in the rush to organize everything, there are a number of to-do’s that are easy to forget about. If you’re currently prepping your home and don’t want to miss the important stuff, here are some things you should contemplate before setting the date.

The Outside Look

The first thing potential homebuyers will notice when they arrive at your home is the outside, and that’s why it’s so important not to neglect it. Before organizing your open house, make sure the lawn is mowed, any unsightly hedges are trimmed and that your entrance area and flowerbeds are well maintained. Since potential homebuyers will see the outside before anything else, there’s no sense in losing them for having a disheveled lawn before they’ve even walked through the door.

Effectively Market The Event

Many home sellers want to believe that their house will sell itself, but if no one knows about your open house or bothers to show up, there’s no chance of getting any offers. While your real estate agent should be featuring your home on their website, you may also want to hand out flyers to your neighbors and make a few posts on social media sites like Twitter and Facebook to get the word out. There are no assurances when it comes to drumming up interest, but spreading the word with as many people as possible will likely find a few interested parties.

Use The Five Senses

It may not be the most common advice, but engaging potential buyers on a number of different levels can actually enhance the appeal of your home. Playing a little music can be a good way to make them feel comfortable, and you may want to do a little baking beforehand since the sense of smell can have a powerful impact. It may seem a little bit quirky, but there’s nothing to make people feel comfortable and at home like the scent of freshly baked treats and a little music.

There’s plenty of cleaning and organizing when it comes to an open house but it’s also important to look at the big picture when it comes to prepping for your home showing. If you’re nearly ready to put your home on the market, please contact me for more information.

714 N Fox Hill Circle Payson, AZ 85541

$549,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,695 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6784866
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Step into this beautiful single level home in Woodhill Subdivision, nestled into a beautiful cul-de-sac lot with lots of mature natural trees. Very private backyard which backs to undeveloped land, south side has a large dog turn out which allows for more privacy. This home features an open floor plan which provides a seamless flow between living, dining and kitchen. Living room boasts with large windows giving it lots of natural lighting, vaulted ceilings, cozy fireplace adds warmth and charm! This is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath, split floor plan, vaulted ceilings, electronic blinds on some of the windows, walk-in closet, en-suite with dual sinks and walk in tiled shower. Private backyard with covered patio Don't miss out on this one!

19039 N 90th Lane Peoria, AZ 85382

$549,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,855 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6786641
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in Peoria, AZ, offers a fresh, modern living experience in a highly desirable location. With stylish upgrades throughout, the home provides a comfortable and inviting atmosphere perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Situated in a welcoming neighborhood with easy access to local amenities, parks, and major highways, this turn-key property is ideal for anyone looking to enjoy the best of Peoria living. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning home your own!

13728 W Creosote Drive Peoria, AZ 85383

$549,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,114 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6786770
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Incredible home in highly regarded community of Vistancia. Home has gorgeous backyard landscape with elevated paver seating area and a covered patio to enjoy the desert scenery. Inside is an updated kitchen open to family room that boasts a beautiful stack stone electric fireplace. Formal dining is just off the kitchen and has lots of natural light. Primary bedroom is split from all other bedrooms and has a large walk in closet, separate shower and soaking tub. Another large bedroom with beautiful shutters awaits you on the other end of house. Two more bedrooms allow for options for workspace, craft rooms, or workout area. Travertine tile everywhere except bedrooms. The solar is leased at $89/month fixed rate. Close to school and pool. Vistancia has many hiking trails and amenities.

16900 W Pinchot Avenue Goodyear, AZ 85395

$549,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,915 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6786839
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Lovely, well appointed and ready for you! This lock-and-leave villa features included landscaping that is maintained by the HOA. Ease of living with all that the award winning PebbleCreek community has to offer. What an opportunity! Please come by the new homes sales office and model gallery at PebbleCreek for a tour of this home and more.

3935 N 151st Avenue Goodyear, AZ 85395

$549,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,759 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6787094
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautiful, Extended Greenbriar with Golf Cart Garage plus OWNED SOLAR SYSTEM in Active Adult Golf Course Community in Pebble Creek. Living / Gas Fireplace and Dining Room overlooking Kitchen with upgraded Cabinets, Granite countertops, Breakfast Bar, and Stainless Steel Appliances. Cozy Dinette with walk-out to a Private Covered Patio, BBQ and Patio Furniture to relax plus low maintenance Landscaping, with lot big enough for a Casita. Spacious Master Bedroom and Bathroom with Double Sink, Walk-in Shower and Walk-in Closet. Den with Double Door. This Golf Course Community has so much to offer including Pools, Spas, Pickleball, Tennis Courts, Work-out Facilities, Crafts, Theatre, Banquet Hall, Restaurants, Entertainment Bars and much more. **This Beauty is waiting for you**

2511 S Entwistle Street Gilbert, AZ 85295

$549,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,037 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6787174
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This beautiful home is located in Cooley Station and move-in ready. It's a 3 Bedrooms with split floorplan, 2.5 Bath with a Loft with a 2.5 car garage with extra space for storage. Beautiful atrium sliding glass doors the lead to backyard, lots of light throughout the home. Great Room feel with Granite counter tops in kitchen with pantry, Island with Breakfast Bar and a separate dining area, ceiling fans throughout house, tile and carpet, upgraded staircase, main bedroom has an in-suite separate bathroom with dual sinks, large shower and large closet, upstairs spacious laundry room with built-in cabinets for storage, granite countertops in all bathrooms, softwater loop in garage, tankless gas waterheater, laundry located upstairs, low maintenance backyard, 2 community pools and several playgrounds, gazebos and BBQ grills, Basketball Courts. Close to Fry's Marketplace, San Tan Village and Verde at Cooley Station.

21093 N Willow Road Maricopa, AZ 85138

$549,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,297 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6787689
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
When I interviewed this family, they said; ''What an elegant gift it is to live in Province. We will miss it.'' They emphasized the lifestyle. What lifestyle are your after? How about; experience the Award-Winning Pinnacle of 55+ living in Arizona at ''Province'' w/ this stunning like new home. Enjoy tranquil water view & gorgeous grounds, this setting is an entertainer's dream. Waterview lot. ''Retire Like You Mean It'' is the motto for Province. Enjoy the fantastic 32,000 sf Town Hall amenities w 24x7 guard gated 50 acres of catch/release lakes, 125 acres of manicured greenbelts. Serious about being active? Walking paths, pickleball, tennis, bocce, 18 hole putting green, cardroom, billiards, library, café M-F breakfast/lunch, lap pool, fitness center, locker room, media center, computer lab, arts/crafts/sewing & library. Town Hall Ballroom has regular dances, tribute shows, concerts & activities. Relax in the BRAND NEW REDONE 2024 Resort outdoor pool, indoor lap pool & hot tub. Always wanted a souped-up golf cart, you're gonna need it! Too many clubs & activities to list. Almost forgot, all that comes w a house. The Gourmet kitchen, truly the heart of this home, stylish & plush grey cabinetry (pull-out shelves), luxurious granite countertops, SS appliances & gas cooktop, a tasteful tile backsplash, pendant lighting over the island/breakfast bar, tons of storage. 2 HUGE pantries. Elegant coffered 10' ceiling & 6 baseboards, recessed lighting, w gorgeous, white plantation shutters, sun shades, security screen door crafts a welcoming ambiance. Barnwood look LVP throughout. Spectacular Energy Efficient home. Surround sound in & out. All bedrooms have walk-in closets. Step outside through your oversized sliding glass door (built in doggie door) to your oversized wrap around covered patio w room for full outdoor living/dining w sink, frig & BBQ. Drop sun shade keeps you cool. Fenced to keep doggie in. Low maintenance yard. The spacious owner's bath has a large vanity with dual sinks and walk in/sit in shower. Water softener conveys, Close to John Wayne & minutes away from several large employers, casinos, 2 golf courses, movie theaters, restaurants, shopping, healthcare & I-10. Hurry, Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

17217 W Young Street Surprise, AZ 85388

$549,000
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,376 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6787698
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This spacious home is situated on a premium lot with no neighbors to the rear, is adjacent to a common area and across the street from the community park. The home has five bedrooms, one of the bedrooms is a downstairs office with custom built in bookcase and desk adjacent to a downstairs full bath. Upstairs are the remaining four bedrooms plus a large loft that offers flexibility as a 2nd living room or kids play area. In the backyard enjoy your private pool, synthetic grass lawn and a full length covered patio. There is plenty of room to park four cars in your double 2 car garages, each one with built in cabinets. If you're looking for space and comfort, this property is a must-see.

23079 E Stacey Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142

$549,000 - 5Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Harvest Queen Creek Parcel 3-3 Replat, Queen Creek
New
$549,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
1,950 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6789264
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
A pristine home with true 5 bedrooms & new (18) panels of solar that is completely paid for. The yards(front & back) is complete & has been replanted for the winter. There are many ''smart'' features in the home & the sellers own the security system, Ring camera, soft water and RO. Plenty of cabinets with stone counters give this home a near-new look. Owners suite is split from other bedrooms & is very roomy. This community is conveniently located to multiple schools, shopping, & lots of great activities. Check out this money saving home today.

4715 N 64th Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85033

$549,000 - 4Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Parkside Unit 2, Phoenix
New
$549,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,514 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6789487
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Check out this recently updated home in West Phoenix. Located on a oversized Cul de sac lot with a huge yard and an rv gate that leads to a concrete slab to get your toys in and out of the back yard, also included is a nicely sized work/storage shed. When you walk inside you will notice the nicely sized living room that leads you to a great kitchen with ample counter space with plenty of room for you and your guest to maneuver around. Within the lat 2 years the owner added Beautiful lighting through out, new baseboards, new kitchen/bathroom cabinets and counter tops, newer appliances, tile throughout the home , shutters om the windows througout the main parts of the home. Seperate living coridor studio style with 2 entrances includes small kitchenette area, bathroom w stand up shower.

7047 E Earll Drive Unit 1002 Scottsdale, AZ 85251

$549,000 - 2Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Earll Street Residences Condominium, Scottsdale
New
$549,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,209 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6789715
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
3-level home in a boutique gated community offers a blend of modern luxury and exclusivity in Old Town Scottsdale within walking distance of local amenities. Standout design sets this upscale property apart from typical area homes. Sleek modern lines, wide glass expanses and open floor plan lend to its urban feel with views of Camelback Mountain. Remodeled focusing on quality & style incorporating high-end finishes like hardwood floors, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and custom cabinetry. 1st level includes a private attached garage opening into a large flex space. 2nd level: kitchen, laundry, powder bath, living area, and dining space, designed to be open and expansive. Upper level: two bedrooms each with its own on suite bathroom offering privacy for residents or guests

1618 E Greenway Street Mesa, AZ 85203

$548,900
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,326 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6741820
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This stunning home features a complete remodel with raised ceilings, newer wood-look tile flooring, and an open floor plan. NO HOA. The home boasts two fireplaces, adding warmth and charm. The kitchen offers a timeless and clean look with white cabinets and butcher block countertops, while a custom kitchen island adds valuable counter space and storage. Recent upgrades include a new roof, HVAC duct work, and new windows, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency. New driveways and walkways enhance curb appeal and accessibility. An additional driveway with an RV gate provides easy access to the huge backyard, perfect for recreational vehicles or additional parking. This opens up possibilities for outdoor activities. With a sparkling pool and a new oversized custom pergola.