What to Expect at a Home Open

First Impressions Count — Here’s How to Make Yours Count for More

Home opens are one of the most powerful tools in a real estate campaign — but they can also be one of the most misunderstood.

For many sellers, the idea of strangers walking through your home can feel uncomfortable. But when handled properly, a home open creates urgency, drives competition, and helps you secure the best possible sale price.

Here’s what you can expect — and how to get it right.

What Is a Home Open?

A home open (or open inspection) is when your property is opened to the public for a set time — usually 30 to 45 minutes — so potential buyers can view it without a private appointment.

At Perth Property Partners, we personally host every open, greet every buyer, and use the time strategically to gather feedback, answer questions, and build buyer urgency.

What Happens During a Home Open?

Here’s how a standard home open unfolds:

  1. We arrive early to prep lights, aircon, and final presentation
  2. Buyers are welcomed and asked to sign in (for follow-up and safety)
  3. We guide buyers through if needed or let them browse freely
  4. We note comments, reactions, and interest levels
  5. We debrief with you after the open — sharing real insights, not just numbers

How Should You Prepare?

You don’t need a full renovation — but a little effort goes a long way. We recommend:

  • Fresh air and natural light
  • Clear kitchen and bathroom benches
  • Tidy outdoor areas
  • Lights on, blinds open
  • Remove personal items (photos, valuables, laundry)
  • Soft styling where possible (cushions, throws, fresh towels)

We can also connect you with professional stylists or pre-sale trades if needed.

What Our Client’s Have to Say

DOUBLEVIEW
Rob and Tom worked extremely hard to make this sale happen and shot the lights out by getting me the number higher than my initial expectations. I wou…
Dene
SCARBOROUGH
Rob and Tom were absolutely fantastic to work with. They sold my property for a price well above expectations and handled the entire process with prof…
Callum
SCARBOROUGH
Rob and Tom from Perth Property Partners were amazing from start to finish. Rob had originally helped us with acquiring our block in Scarborough to bu…
Trevor
SCARBOROUGH
I’m so glad I chose to work with the team at Perth Property Partners. Their process filled me with confidence, and they always followed through with w…
Mollie
CITY BEACH
We couldn’t be happier with the service and outcome, and we highly recommend Rob to anyone looking to sell in the City Beach area.
Sam
SCARBOROUGH
Rob and Tom did a fantastic job selling our property. They went above and beyond for us. We are so happy with the outcome.
Amy
KARRINYUP
Rob and his team didn’t only provide excellent advice and attention to detail but helped to source quotes and supervise work required to get the prope…
Rosie
SCARBOROUGH
Rob and Tom were absolutely fantastic. They assisted us in selling our home off market and were always available to provide advice, answer questions a…
Lauren
SCARBOROUGH
Very knowledgeable and handled the sale of my property in a professional manner. A pleasure to deal with.
Jillian
SCARBOROUGH
Rob and team were proactive and very helpful in guiding us through bringing the property to market. Their sales presentation was excellent with beauti…
Dee

How Many Opens Will You Have?

It depends on your campaign, interest levels, and market conditions. We typically recommend:

  • Two to three opens per week (both days on weekend + optional mid-week)
  • Flexibility for private appointments when needed
  • Regular review to adjust based on feedback and demand

Our Promise: No Junior Agents. No Hand-Offs.

We don’t send assistants or junior agents to run your home opens. Rob or Tom will be there — every time — to ensure your property is presented with care and confidence.

Selling Soon? Let’s Make Your First Open Count.

📞 Call Rob Walker on 0410 144 211
📩 Email: rob@perthpropertypartners.com.au
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