5 Tips for Staging a Fall Listing

The real estate market usually peaks between late spring and the end of summer, but as temperatures drop, so does buyer activity. Don’t stress, though — fall is actually a perfect time to sell! With the right strategy and a touch of fall-inspired staging, you can make your listing stand out and attract serious buyers this season.

There’s just something special about autumn that inspires change, connectedness, and nostalgia. If you are listing a home this fall, you can create these feel-good emotions in the house with thoughtful touches. 

Here are five festive tips for staging a fall listing: 

Make it cozy

Have you heard of the art of hygge? Hygge is a Danish word for the quality of coziness and comfort that fosters contentment and well-being. You can create a hygge-inspired atmosphere for your fall listing with cozy seasonal accents. 

An ideal place to search for fall-time decor is HomeGoods. There, you can find decorative accent pillows, thick woven blankets, area rugs, and more. Before you run to the store, do some research on Pinterest to find the perfect fall staging inspirations. 

Add warm scents

In addition to staging the home with cozy elements, consider adding warm scents. You can light a pumpkin chai-scented candle or whip up a fall stovetop potpourri. If you prefer something that needs less supervision, consider a wax melt light or a plugin air freshener. 

With whatever you decide, don’t go overboard! You want the scent to be subtle while still elevating a potential buyer’s experience. 

Create a tablescape 

Fall is the season for gathering with family and enjoying home-cooked dinners around the table. When you stage your listing or home during the fall, pay special attention to your dining table. 

You can create a beautiful autumn tablescape using decorative elements like candlesticks, pinecones, pumpkins, leaves/garland, and a table runner. A tablescape helps prospective buyers see how the dining room is used and gives them a sense of what it would be like to host dinners in the home. 

Focus on the fireplace

Another place to add decorative items is the fireplace. If your listing or home has a fireplace, you can enhance the space with fall favorites like pumpkins, vases, candles, garland, and lanterns. 

If the fireplace is white, use bold or dark colors to draw in the eye. Likewise, if the fireplace is dark, use neutral colors to lighten up the space. You can even use white pumpkins instead of the classic orange pumpkins. 

Here are several fireplace mantel decoration ideas from Pinterest. 

Don’t forget the exterior

Curb appeal is significant, especially when the real estate market cools. Luckily, the changing leaves help the landscaping pop, but you should also add some potted flowers to the outdoor spaces. Mums are a good flower choice for front porches. They come in a variety of colors, including dark reds, yellows, and oranges. 

A seasonal wreath is another way to enhance the exterior of the home. Most home improvement stores and home goods stores sell seasonal wreaths. You may also find discounted wreaths at craft stores. 

Make buyers fall in love with your listing

Staging a fall listing isn’t just about décor — it’s about creating an atmosphere that feels warm, welcoming, and ready to call home. Subtle seasonal touches, from cozy living room accents to festive front porch décor, help buyers imagine celebrating their favorite time of year in the space.

Keep it inviting by focusing on comfort and simplicity: think textured throws, soft lighting, and a clean, clutter-free setup. And if hands-on staging isn’t your thing, consider hiring a pro or using virtual staging to add fall flair to your photos.

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