Getting Your Home Ready to Sell This Spring in the Bay of Quinte
Spring is one of the best times to sell a home, and in the Bay of Quinte area, we’re expecting a busy market in 2025. With CFB Trenton’s military relocation season running at its peak from March through June, an influx of Toronto buyers picking up in early June, and a market that generally gains momentum through late March to May, now is the time to start preparing your home for a successful sale.
If you’re planning to list this spring, here’s what you should be doing right now to get your home market-ready.
Step 1: Speak with a Realtor Early
Waiting until the last minute to connect with a real estate agent can put you at a disadvantage. The best agents will have a clear marketing strategy, an in-depth understanding of market timing, and the tools to showcase your home to the right buyers.
At Quinte Living®, we take home preparation and marketing seriously—our marketing services always include professional photography, high-quality listing materials, targeted digital ads, and customized strategies to highlight what makes your home stand out among the many houses listed for sale to get our clients exceptional results.. If you’re serious about selling, interview more than one agent to find the best fit for your needs (but let’s be real—we’re probably the best fit).
Step 2: Declutter and Depersonalize
Before you even think about staging, focus on the basics:
- Pack away personal photos, keepsakes, and anything too taste-specific. Buyers need to see themselves in the space.
- Declutter surfaces, closets, and storage areas—less clutter makes your home feel bigger and more inviting.
- If you’re planning to move soon anyway, start packing! Getting a head start now will make things much easier later.
Not sure where to start? We provide staging consultations as part of our listing services, ensuring that your home looks its best before it hits the market. Not every home needs a full-overhaul, but we can use our marketing expertise to showcase your home in its most positive light.
Step 3: Plan Around Market Timing
Not all areas in the Bay of Quinte heat up at the same time and depending on where your home is located, you may find success in different months:
- Quinte West & Belleville: The market kicks off in late March to early April as military relocation season begins.
- Prince Edward County & Brighton: These areas tend to ramp up later, in late April through May, as seasonal buyers start looking.
- Toronto Buyers: The interest from GTA buyers peaks in early June, meaning homes that hit the market in late spring still attract strong demand.
By planning your listing timeline based on your location, you can maximize your chances of selling quickly and at a great price.
Of course, if you are posted out of CFB Trenton this year, your chain of command is unlikely to care about when the market peaks and where your home is located when determining your COS. We recommend extra attention to detail in your listing preparation and ensuring to price your home right the first time to get you the best return on your real estate investment. A strong marketing strategy is going to get you the best results no matter what market conditions you are selling your home in.
Be Ready, Be Flexible, and Work with the Best
A strong spring market means more buyers, but it also means more competition with the highest listing volume of the year. The earlier you start preparing, the smoother and more profitable your home sale will be. Whether you need guidance on timing, staging, marketing, or negotiations, our team at Quinte Living® is ready to help.
Thinking about selling this spring? Let’s chat! Click here to get your FREE home evaluation, expert advice, and a customized plan to make your home stand out and sell for top dollar. 🚀
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