In St. Louis’s electric real estate market—where well-priced homes fly off the market in under a week—presenting your home at its absolute best isn’t just an option, it’s essential. St. Louis Magazine recently reported that competitively priced homes are often gone in days, while overpriced ones linger. That’s where Olive + Opal Interiors steps in: turning listings into irresistible opportunities.
A Seller’s Market: Why Presentation Is Everything
High demand and low inventory mean buyers act fast. In such a dynamic environment, staging isn’t “nice to have”—it’s a strategic necessity that helps your home stand out immediately.
Staging Adds Value—and Speed
Staged homes in St. Louis benefit from:
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Faster sales: Staged homes sell up to 73% faster. In a market where the average days on market is around 60, staging can cut this nearly in half.
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Higher sale prices: Staged homes often fetch 1–5% more—translating to thousands in additional profit.
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Staging Tailored for St. Louis
Olive + Opal’s expertise aligns perfectly with local market nuances:
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Neighborhood-specific staging: From the Central West End to Webster Groves, staging is customized to reflect each area’s buyer preferences and architectural character.
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First impressions matter: Buyers form opinions in just 7–10 seconds upon entering. Effective staging highlights a home’s strengths and creates an immediate emotional connection.
Designed to Be Seen—Online and In-Person
Since 97% of buyers start their home search online, staging also serves as a digital marketing tool. Professionally staged homes showcase beautifully in listing photos—leading to more clicks, saves, and walkthroughs.
Services That Fit Your Life—and Budget
Olive + Opal offers flexible staging options designed to work for every situation:
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Vacant Staging: A full-service package including design, furnishings installation, and rentals ranging from $3,200–$6,500.
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Occupied Staging: Ideal for lived-in homes. Starts with a consultation (creditable against staging fee) with services ranging from $1,750–$5,500.
Pro Tips to Boost Impact
A few expert tips to get the most from staging:
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Scale art thoughtfully: Artwork above a sofa should be about 60–75% of its width and placed 8–12 inches above.
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Right-size rugs: A rug should anchor your furniture—not float alone.
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Don’t push furniture against walls: Creating clusters adds intimacy and flow.
(Source: Real Simple)
Design Trends That Sell
Buyers are increasingly drawn to rich, nature-inspired palettes:
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Dark olive green kitchens: Add up to $1,597 in value
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Navy blue bedrooms: Boost value by around $1,815
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Charcoal gray living spaces: Translate to nearly $2,600 more
(Source: House Beautiful)
These tones align perfectly with today’s organic modernism trend—timeless, calming, and highly desirable to buyers.
Conclusion
In a market where homes are selling faster than ever, presentation makes all the difference. Olive + Opal Interiors brings together St. Louis real estate insights with tailored, trend-forward staging to deliver:
Ready to make your listing irresistible? Contact us to turn your property into the standout of St. Louis real estate. Because in today’s market, staging isn’t an expense—it’s your strongest investment.
