The average Canadian home stager earns $39,000 per year. In 2022, 22% of Canadian and US homes sold were professionally staged, selling 15-20% over list price. Staged homes sell up to 11 times faster and attract more offers by emphasizing best features.
Toronto costs range $500-$5,500, which is about 1-3% of list price. The national average income for home stagers is $53,556.
Consider the following when calculating staging costs:
- Quality furniture from Toronto companies
- Rental/purchase costs before staging
- Time and extra furniture determine costs
The home staging cost per hour is typically between $25 and $150, with an average price of $75 per hour. The cost for staging can vary, for example:
- Occupied condo with no rentals: ~$1,000
- 1,200 sq. ft. home with rentals: ~$3,500
To get clients for staging:
- Ask for referrals from current clients.
- Call prospective clients for coffee or a chat.
- Visit open houses to meet real estate agents.
- Co-host an open house at a staged home.