Staging your house for a sale can be helpful since it creates a more inviting atmosphere. Staged homes sell quicker and for higher amounts, and you’ll get the best results if you set rooms up in an attractive way that entices potential buyers. This guide offers several pointers on how to properly arrange a kitchen to promote your home in the best light.

How to Prepare Your Kitchen for a Home Sale

1. Organize 

Keep potential buyers in mind when staging your kitchen. Even if you have special places where you like to store utensils, plates, spices, or other kitchen tools, there may be locations throughout the room that look nicer or make more sense to a prospective buyer.

Take time to organize and arrange your cabinets, drawers, food, and spices. Throw away any ratty dish towels, broken kitchen tools, or old food items that look unappealing. 

2. Focus on Countertops 

Even if you don’t have a large amount of countertop space, you need to properly highlight what’s available. Start by removing all unnecessary items from the counters and deep clean so that the surface shines.

Stage the area with plants, cookbooks, or small decor items to give some character to the space. Arrange decor pieces in groups of three of five to create balance, and decorate sparingly so that buyers can get a sense of the cooking space they’ll have in this kitchen. 

3. Define the Dining Area

Kitchens often have attached dining areas. In homes with open layouts, these may flow seamlessly into other living rooms. Staging the dining space is a great way to draw attention to it so that buyers can visualize themselves eating, talking, and socializing.

Clean your table and chairs, or consider purchasing a new set to enhance the room. Place a small rug beneath the dining set, and dress up the table with a centerpiece or vase of flowers. Arrange artwork and decor items near the table, and make sure the dining area feels light, bright, and welcoming.

If you’re preparing to sell a home in Woodbury, MN, turn to Justyna Johnson - ExP Realty. This top Realtor® goes above and beyond for clients by offering complimentary home staging and handyman services. Learn more about what she has to offer on her website, or call (651) 501-2345 for more information. You can also text HOME to the same number to receive a TRUSTimate, an accurate and free online property report. You will not receive calls, spam, or sales communications—just free facts.