With the busy spring and summer real estate seasons just passed, this owner knew he had to try something to get his condo sold. After listing in May, there were plenty of showings but not a single offer. Now it was early October. That’s a long time for a nicely maintained property (in a desirable riverside neighbourhood, no less) to linger on the market! Unfortunate, but not uncommon for vacant properties.

Fresh Moves Home Staging took the Realtor’s call, and within a few days we were ready to transform this situation. As with many vacant properties, it had been difficult for buyers to see how to make the best of the layout and to envision how fantastic this place could be. We were here to change all of that. What makes a property desirable? Location, location, location, as we’ve all heard – and in many ways, this place had that. Within one block of the mighty Bow River and the comprehensive path system that meant a bike commute downtown was quicker than a car during rush hour; close to boutique shops and some well-known eateries; in a newer building with a solid reputation. In this case, location wasn’t enough. Indeed there were some drawbacks to this ground floor condo, because its private outdoor space was quite close to a busy road and bus stop. But it still offered so much lifestyle appeal, if buyers could be shown. With the expertise of our professional stagers, the place came to life with colour and a sense of flow. We added sleek urban accessories to reflect the walkable shopping and proximity to downtown, plus plenty of natural touches that spoke to the wonderful river valley just at the end of the block. As soon as the property was staged and relisted, a firm offer was received within 5 days. Here is what the Realtor had to say: “Thank you again for the fantastic service you provided for the — condo in Calgary. We had a few specific challenges. I’m still quite surprised that after 5 days of being on the market with your fantastic staging, we had a signed offer. Again, thanks from me as well as my client.” Truly – it was our pleasure. We love it when staging can transform not just spaces, but challenging circumstances too.