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Tale of the Sale: Staging a Mid-Century Modern Home

byThomas Henthorne|January 28, 2024|inMarin Real Estate
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Front Exterior of 40 Twain Harte Lane in San Rafael, Sold by Thomas Henthorne

Staging can make all the difference with it comes to helping home buyers visualize the lifestyle that is possible in a home they are considering. A small bedroom may be staged as an office, for example, or a nursery. A kitchen can be staged with a table and chairs, showing that it’s the perfect spot for casual meals, while a primary bedroom may include a seating area perfect for morning coffee.

In the Marin County real estate market, staging has become “the norm” for most properties, not just high-end luxury homes, and I have seen firsthand the difference that talented home stagers can make in how buyers perceive a home.

I thought you might enjoy some “before and after” photos of 40 Twain Harte, a home that I represented and sold in the Bret Harte Heights neighborhood of San Rafael.

If you are thinking about selling your home, call or text me anytime at 415-847-5584 and let’s discuss how I can help your attain your real estate goals.

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