Back-to-School Reset: Decluttered Spaces Buyers Love
- Alushia Fitzgerald
- Sep 1
- 2 min read
Class may be in session, but your home doesn't have to look like a dropped backpack exploded in every room. (Seriously—if there’s a rogue sock in the hallway or a neon water bottle under the sofa, it’s gotta go.)
Late summer and early fall are all about fresh starts, so your staging should whisper, "Yes, this house has its act together." Buyers—especially those with kids—aren’t just looking for square footage. They’re looking for sanity. And you know what sells sanity? Smart, stylish organization that doesn't feel like a plastic bin aisle threw up everywhere.
1. Create a Drop Zone
The entryway is your home’s handshake—make it a good one. Whether it’s a sleek mudroom setup, a bench with hidden storage, or a cute little command center that makes you look way more organized than you actually are, buyers eat this up. Hooks, baskets, and cubbies say, "We have a system," even if that system is just throwing shoes in the same general direction.
2. Make Homework Look Easy
Style a homework spot like it belongs in a Pottery Barn catalog. Clear the clutter, turn on a lamp, and add one or two well-placed accessories. A few books, a faux plant, maybe even a mini cork board—it’s giving studious but make it fashion. This helps parents envision their kids doing homework not on the dining room floor.
3. Store the Sports Chaos
Ah, fall sports. Love them for the teamwork, hate them for the gear explosion. Stash the cleats, pads, and mystery duffel bags in woven bins or lockers. Or better yet, create a styled storage moment in the garage or basement that says, "We contain the chaos." Trust me, parents will feel that vibe deep in their soul.
Back-to-school staging isn’t just about decluttering—it’s about showing buyers that this home is their fresh start. And hey, if we can make them believe mornings here are stress-free? That’s staging magic, bestie.
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