Does Home Staging Really Work for Pasadena Real Estate Sellers

Posted on February 26, 2010 by irina
Filed Under: Luxury Homes, Preparing Your Home for Sale, Sellers

Home staging is always on the mind of my Pasadena real estate home sellers. And, today, I had an opportunity to interview Michelle Minch. Michelle is a local Pasadena home stager who has been recently honored by her fellow home stagers across the country as the Home Stager of the Year for 2010!

The question posed to Michelle was: Does home staging really work? See what she has to say:

Do you have any questions about the real estate market locally or nationally, staging or the process of buying or selling a home? If so, give me a shout at 626-629-8439. I will be putting a bunch of videos up over the next few months addressing as many questions as I can.

Additional Reading: Preparing Your Pasadena Home for Sale

UPDATE: Good Morning America had Gary Keller, author of the real estate best seller “Shift”, on their program. The question posed was “If you had to sell your house today, how do you do it?”

Gary makes a couple of pretty poignant points and home staging is at the top of the list of things home sellers should do to help sell their home faster.

This is a “GOODBYE/BUY” market. If a seller wants to sell their home and say “good bye” to it, the buyer is going to have to perceive it as a “GOOD BUY”! PRICE gets you interest. STAGING it, gets you OFFERS! by Gary Keller

I couldn’t agree more. Take a look at the clip below for more home seller tips that will help you sell your home fast and for more dollars. However, sellers beware, I strongly disagree with tip #5. Home sellers should try to avoid being at showings and open houses. In my experience, that always backfires and too much information is shared which might make negotiating the best possible price more difficult.

For fun, let’s take a look at some of the more expensive Pasadena Area Luxury Homes for Sale:

If you are thinking of selling your home and would like a free consultation on what can be done to make your home more attractive to buyers, please give me a call at 626-629-8439.

PasadenaViews Real Estate Team Inc.

Pasadena Real Estate Agents

Pasadena, California

(626)629-VIEW (8439)

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$828,000 :: 1148 Lincoln Avenue, Pasadena CA, 91103

2 beds, 1 bath
Home size: 858 sq ft
Lot Size: 6,761 sq ft
Added: 05/20/22, Last Updated: 05/20/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: IG22107096
Community: Pasadena (NW)
Status: Active

Pasadena home steps away from the Rose Bowl. Features 2 bed 1 bath with a lot of potential. Homes needs updating and sits on a 6500 sq ft lot. Bring all offers.

Listed with DeVone Richard CalDRE: 01857383 | 626-500-1212, RED Advisors, Inc.

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$1,080,000 :: 346 Barthe Drive, Pasadena CA, 91103

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,663 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,001 sq ft
Added: 05/19/22, Last Updated: 05/20/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: TR22106330
Community: Pasadena (NE)
Status: Active

This lovely ONE STORY home is located in the heart of Pasadena, under 5 minutes to Rose Bowl Stadium and Old town Pasadena, very close to freeway but enjoys the quiet, 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms, plus it has a large basement besides the 1663 sqf. RV access. Nice yard with many fruit trees, lemon, orange, apple, Persimmon and Guava, you will harvest a lots sweet fruit during the whole year. This house has a lot of potential, don’t miss it and come to see!

Listed with Yan Zhang CalDRE: 02011839 | 626-807-5962, RE/MAX Universal Realty

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$2,280,000 :: 916 Portola Drive, Arcadia CA, 91007

4 beds, 5 baths
Home size: 3,288 sq ft
Lot Size: 9,497 sq ft
Added: 05/20/22, Last Updated: 05/20/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: AR22088872
Community: Arcadia
Status: Active

Stunning newer custom home located in the highly desirable Santa Anita Village area of Arcadia, within the award winning Arcadia school district. This custom home features 4 en-suite bedrooms plus a library and 4.5 baths with 3,288 sq. ft. of living space on a 9,494 sq. ft. lot. Upon entry, you are greeted by a foyer with majestically high ceilings and luxurious Crystal chandelier. To the left, a formal living room with a beautiful fireplace which opens onto the formal dining room. This beautiful home has an abundance of natural light pouring through extra-large windows. Designer details like custom molding, recessed lighting and plantation shutters can be found throughout. The stately library, with built-in shelving and desk, faces the front yard view where you can watch colorful peacocks roam the neighborhood. Each bedroom suite has custom designed bathrooms. The primary bedroom suite offers a walk-in closet, Casablanca ceiling fan, an en-suite bath with separate shower enhanced with a build-in steam sauna, a hot water circulation system for instant hot water to the shower head, a jetted tub, and views to the private back yard. A gourmet kitchen with Italian granite countertops and backsplash, Top of the line stainless steel appliances, a built-in refrigerator, a large island with a wine cooler, breakfast nook area, custom cabinetry, and a huge pantry. The kitchen opens onto the spacious family room with coved ceilings, mahogany floors and French doors which lead to a serene, private back yard filled with mature fruit trees — perfect for your daily family gatherings and outdoor entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room which could be easily extended to add a separate wok kitchen. The backyard has a two car attached garage and a carport. This home is conveniently located near a supermarket, the Arboretum, the Santa Anita Mall, a park, golf course, racetrack, library, and fine dining and entertainment. It’s truly a perfect luxury home for any family!

Listed with Pauline Cheng CalDRE: 00993691 | 626-461-5507, Keller Williams Realty

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$1,595,000 :: 650 La Mirada Avenue, San Marino CA, 91108

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,592 sq ft
Lot Size: 5,585 sq ft
Added: 05/20/22, Last Updated: 05/20/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: OC22104949
Community: San Marino
Status: Active

Welcome to this charming single level Spanish style home in the highly sought after Mission District in San Marino. This classic home features a sizable living room with fireplace and a formal dining room filled with abundant natural light, a lovely kitchen with a separate breakfast nook. The primary bedroom is ensuite with its own shower and a walk-in closet. Original hardwood flooring throughout the house. Other features include an inside laundry room and a 2-car detached garage. This home has been improved with seismic anchoring to protect against earthquakes. This inviting home offers the opportunity to customize, upgrade, remodel to your own style and taste of living. Look no further if you are searching for an affordable home in the award-winning San Marino Unified School District, or looking to be within close proximity of the downtown Pasadena restaurants and entertainments, shops and business on Mission. Easy access to the Pasadena Freeway and downtown Los Angeles. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to live in San Marino!

Listed with Christine Lu CalDRE: 01952927 | 888-995-7575, Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

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$1,159,000 :: 741 E Claremont Street, Pasadena CA, 91104

3 beds, 4 baths
Home size: 1,960 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,941 sq ft
Added: 05/19/22, Last Updated: 05/20/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: SR22102806
Community: Not Defined
Status: Active

Beautiful Spanish style remodeled home on a very large private lot. This gem has had a complete remodel from A-Z. 4 remodeled bedrooms. One could be an office with 3 complete bathrooms.Nice balcony overlooking the expansive backyard. There is room to convert the 2 car garage into an ADU. There is a room behind the garage, which is a laundry room. Together, this could be an 800 sq’ ADU or more.This is one of the nicest homes in the area. Adjacent to the backyard is a wonderful clean park. This homes basement offers additional accessible storage space.This home has new AC & heating, Solar and paint. Long private driveway that leads into the 2 car garage. The home is situated just a short commute from Old Town Pasadena, Rose Bowl and Washington Park.

Listed with Jeffrey Brager CalDRE: 02059470 | 818-761-7222, Rodeo Realty

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$850,000 :: 541 E Howard Street, Pasadena CA, 91104

2 beds, 1 bath
Home size: 816 sq ft
Lot Size: 8,516 sq ft
Added: 05/18/22, Last Updated: 05/19/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: AR22061494
Community: Pasadena (NW)
Status: Active

Well maintain 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Craftsman with two car detached garage that includes a bathroom that can be converted into additional living space or play area. Fresh fruit for everyone Paradise Apple, Mandarin Oranges, Figs, Kumquat, Armenian Plum, Japanese persimmon, Allegheny blackberry and Pomegranate. Property is located in North West Pasadena. Minutes away from Eaton Canyon, The Rose Bowl Stadium, Brookshire Golf Course. JPL, Longfellow Elementary. Property sets on a 8,519 lot large enough for another home.

Listed with Milton Evans Hunt CalDRE: 01111631 | 626-221-0605, Coldwell Banker Dynasty Arc.

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$1,249,000 :: 2990 Oneida Street, Pasadena CA, 91107

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 1,853 sq ft
Lot Size: 8,795 sq ft
Added: 05/18/22, Last Updated: 05/19/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-9509
Tract: Other
Status: Active

Welcome to 2990 Oneida st in Pasadena. Title shows 3 bed and 2 bath with 1853 sf of living space but it really is 5 beds, 3 bath, and a den/ office with 2128 sf (measured) of living space. Home has a newly redone roof, newer AC, exterior paint, and other upgrades. An open concept kitchen to dining makes for great family gatherings. A separate living room stretches the length of the house from front to back giving numerous possibilities for entertainment. Three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms are on one side with the additional 2 bedrooms and bath near the back. This home has many possibilities for family living in the great city of Pasadena. Oneida is a mildly trafficked street just south of Del Mar blvd. Pasadena is a city close enough to the action of downtown Los Angeles yet tucked away with a laid-back feel. Close to Old Town Pasadena, Rose Bowl, Santa Anita Race Track, Arcadia Mall, Pasadena City College, and numerous parks for enjoyment. Come see this house before it gets swept up! Interior photos will be up by end of day 5/19

Listed with Andy Rodemich CalDRE: 01891069 | (818) 395-7567, Dilbeck Real Estate

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$2,300,000 :: 939 Old Mill Road, Pasadena CA, 91108

3 beds, 2 baths
Home size: 2,346 sq ft
Lot Size: 11,065 sq ft
Added: 05/19/22, Last Updated: 05/19/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: P1-9623
Community: Pasadena (SE)
Tract: Not Applicable
Status: Active

Spanish-Style 1920s character home in historic Pasadena neighborhood. Located on the San Marino/Pasadena border just steps from the coveted Mission District and the original Old Mill, ‘El Molino Viejo’. This home is charmed with all the architectural favorites; wood-beamed ceilings, arched doorways, hardwood flooring, and leaded glass windows. A spacious central living room with a fireplace and a verdant view of the front yard through the large picture window. There is a second and more casual living room that connects to the breakfast nook & kitchen which could be transformed into an open ‘great room’ concept and opens up to a delightful brick-covered patio. A traditional, formal dining room and a sunlit private study make perfect live/work options and nice separate spaces. There is a primary bedroom suite with a dressing room, a walk-in closet, and french doors that leads to the patio. Two more bedrooms share the hall bathroom. Stroll to Mission Village shops, Juliennes, the Langham, Lacey Park, or The Huntington Library, Art Museums and Botanical Gardens.

Listed with Chelby Crawford CalDRE: 01399237 | (626) 536-2002, COMPASS

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$1,082,000 :: 210 W MONTANA Street, Pasadena CA, 91103

2 beds, 1 bath
Home size: 1,315 sq ft
Lot Size: 7,554 sq ft
Added: 05/07/22, Last Updated: 05/19/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: 22154463
Community: Pasadena (NW)
The price of this listing was last reduced on 5/19/2022 by 4%
Status: Active

This Pasadena one-story home offers granite countertops, and a two-car garage. This home has been virtually staged to illustrate its potential.

Listed with Ben Braksick CalDRE: 02120512 | 323-375-2425, Opendoor Brokerage Inc.

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$2,980,000 :: 1517 Highland Oaks Drive, Arcadia CA, 91006

5 beds, 6 baths
Home size: 5,310 sq ft
Lot Size: 15,721 sq ft
Added: 08/10/21, Last Updated: 05/19/22
Property Type: Single Family
MLS Number: AR21176856
Community: Arcadia
Status: Active

BOM; Buyer did not perform. Highly desirable Highland Oaks Area, Single level beautifully crafted residence, hard to find, 4 bedroom suites all with walk-in closet, maid’s quarters, and office, High Ceilings, Many Closets, Exquisite landscaping and circular driveway provide a warm welcome to double door entry and foyer. A living room with abundant natural lights, features a wonderful fireplace and cozy reading nook. Library/ office has European coffered ceilings and built in book shelves. The formal dining room with wet bar is adjacent to the kitchen. Rustic gourmet kitchen has plentiful of counter space, center island with sink, double oven, custom cabinetry, built-in grill, wine rack and breakfast area. The spacious family room showcases a delightful fireplace, great wet bar and French door access to the backyard. This home has ample space to entertain with a backyard grill & private fenced pool and spa. The grand master bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and master bathroom with Jacuzzi, separate shower and vanity. Additional amenities include a multi purpose room next to 2 car garage, separate laundry room and much more…

Listed with Bing Hou CalDRE: 01026586 | 626-447-5100, IRN Realty

Brought to you by Irina Netchaev, Pasadena Views Real Estate Team Inc. Call me today at 626-627-7107, or visit my website at www.pasadenaviews.com/free-home-search/!

(626) 629-8439

The question posed to Michelle was: Does home staging really work? See what she has to say:

(626)629-VIEW (8439)

Other Local Properties