Is staging a small & inexpensive home really worth the dough?

[Michael Kiley]

Next month I'll be finishing my smallest flip to date... a 780 sq ft house in the Westpark neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio.  Because of the extensive renovation, I plan to price it at the high end of the comps around 90k. 

1. What could I expect to pay to stage this small house?  It only consists of 2 bedrooms, living room, kitchen and bathroom.

2. Is it worth the money to stage a house that would probably appeal to a first time home buyer?

3. Any reccomendations for a good staging company in Cleveland, Ohio?

Thanks!

[Dane Peterson]

I would think your in the ballpark of $1000-$1500 for the staging then monthly rate forward. We stage every rehab and being the person that photos properties, it's 100x better for the photos. you can always do your own minor staging with ikea, blow up mattresses and boxes if you plan to do others. For what staging costs you could probably buy used for a 2bd1ba enough staging items but stop and ask isn't worth your time. Good luck!