What housing styles are typical of Arlington, MA?  

Arlington has a mix of multi-family homes (typically 2 or 3-family homes), condos/townhouses and single-family homes. Arlington’s single-family homes also come in a mix of styles, including Cape Cods, Victorians, Craftsman-style homes and more. Just like so much housing in Boston and its surrounding areas, most of the homes are older, but you can still find many that are renovated and upgraded in some way.

Who is looking to buy in Arlington?

Buyers in Arlington tend to be families and professionals commuting to Boston or Cambridge. They tend to want the suburban feel while still having access to the city lifestyle. Overall, Arlington is becoming an increasingly popular area for buyers to look at.

What does effective staging look like in Arlington?   

Staging in Arlington should cater to the property type and the potential family or young professional buyer. For larger condos or single-family homes, staging should show how a family could easily inhabit the space. For smaller condos, it’s important to maximize the functionality of a small layout and simultaneously show how someone could also work from home if wanted.

From a style perspective, staging should be modern and elevated. It should appeal to younger buyers who are often upgrading their living situations from smaller apartments or rentals. Since so many Arlington homes are older, it’s important to use updated furniture and art to modernize homes so they are more appealing to buyers. If staging is done right, it can go a long way in transforming an older home into something that feels more updated.

At Baan Home, we believe that art in particular has the power to update and elevate a home in powerful ways. In every stage we do, we use large format, unique art pieces that we custom manufacture. These art pieces transform each room and lead to beautiful photography and an exciting experience for buyers after they walk in through the door.