What housing styles are typical of Newton MA?  

Newton has primarily single-family homes, many of which are quite sizable on large lots. Many of the homes are more traditional in style, with a smaller subset being newer construction or gut renovated. Also, depending on the neighborhood, there are also a selection of condos and townhomes available as well.

Who is looking to buy in Newton?

The buyer pool in Newton is a mix of primarily families, established professionals, downsizers (empty nesters). They are drawn to some combination of Newton’s stellar public schools, walkable town centers, proximity to Boston, and safe, affluent suburban feel.

What does effective staging look like in Newton?   

Since many Newton buyers are families, it’s important for staging to show how a family could easily move into a house and make it their own. This means thoughtfully designing each room so that it plays a useful purpose, whether that’s an office space, a playroom, a family living area, or a formal dining room. Even if the buyer is not a family, the varied staging should give the buyers plenty of ideas on how each room could be used.

Since Newton buyers are often looking at properties at relatively high price points, it’s also important for staging to reflect the quality and luxury that buyers expect. This means carefully selecting furniture, décor and art that will elevate and update each room. Since many Newton homes are older, staging has the potential to modernize a room and make it more appealing to today’s buyers, if done correctly. At Baan Home, we often leverage our art collection to elevate a room. Our unique, custom manufactured art pieces come in a mix of styles that help blend traditional and modern aesthetics together in a single space. The overall result is a beautiful room that leads to eye-catching photography and excited responses from buyers walking through the door.