Do I Need to Stage My Home to Sell in Wichita? Expert Tips Inside

by Elizabeth Stanton

"Do I Need to Stage My Home to Sell in Wichita? Expert Tips Inside"

By The Stanton Group, LLC – Real Broker | Wichita, Kansas

Thinking about selling your home in Wichita and wondering:

“Is staging really necessary?”

It’s a great question—and the answer depends on your goals, timeline, and the current condition of your home.

At The Stanton Group, we’ve helped hundreds of Wichita-area homeowners sell faster and for more money—with and without professional staging. In this post, we break down whether you need to stage, when it’s worth it, and how to do it without spending a fortune.

🛋 What Does “Staging” Really Mean?

Home staging is the process of arranging furniture, decor, and layout to make your home as appealing as possible to the greatest number of potential buyers.

This can involve:

Decluttering
Reorganizing furniture
Adding neutral decor
Removing personal items
Enhancing lighting and curb appeal

🎯 The goal? Help buyers imagine themselves living there—and falling in love.

💡 Do Homes in Wichita Really Sell Faster When Staged?

Yes—especially when:

The home is vacant or partially empty
The layout or paint colors are bold, dark, or outdated
You're targeting higher-end buyers (Eastborough, College Hill, new builds)
There's strong competition in your price range

According to national studies:

Staged homes sell 73% faster
Sellers typically see a $5,000–$10,000 higher return on average

💡 In our Wichita market, even light staging can lead to multiple offers and stronger showings.

💸 Do I Need a Professional Stager?

Not always. At The Stanton Group, we offer:

Complimentary staging consultations
DIY staging checklists
Referrals to trusted, affordable local staging companies (when needed)

We help you decide:

What’s worth renting or buying
What you already own that can be reused
Which rooms matter most to stage (hint: start with the living room, kitchen, and primary bedroom)

🛠 What If I Don’t Have the Time or Budget?

You don’t need to go overboard. Here’s what you can do yourself in a weekend:

✅ Declutter countertops and surfaces
✅ Remove excess furniture to open space
✅ Use neutral throw pillows, rugs, or bedding
✅ Add fresh flowers or greenery
✅ Use white or light-colored lampshades to brighten rooms

📦 We’ll even bring basic staging items from our private inventory if it helps your home show better.