Hosting the Perfect Summer Open House: Tips from Victory Home Team
Published on July 28, 2025

A well-planned open house can generate buzz, draw in motivated buyers, and even lead to multiple offers. Summer is an ideal time to host one in the Minneapolis–St. Paul area thanks to warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and a high volume of active house hunters.
Here are some effective tips to help you host a standout open house this summer.
1. Choose the Right Day and Time
Timing is everything. Weekends are popular for open houses, especially Saturday mornings or early Sunday afternoons. In the summer, consider extending your open house into the early evening to take advantage of longer daylight hours and cooler temperatures.
Avoid major holidays or busy local event times when potential buyers may be out of town or unavailable.
2. Create a Cool and Comfortable Atmosphere
Minnesota summers can get hot, and buyers will appreciate a home that feels refreshing. Make sure your air conditioning or fans are running and keep the interior temperature comfortable. A warm or stuffy house can quickly turn off visitors.
Also consider offering cold bottled water or light refreshments such as lemonade or iced tea. These small touches create a welcoming feel and encourage people to stay longer.
3. Let the Light In
Before the open house, open all blinds and curtains to let in as much natural light as possible. Replace any burnt-out bulbs and consider adding lamps in darker corners. A bright home feels more spacious, clean, and inviting.
Pair natural light with fresh scents by lightly diffusing citrus or vanilla or placing fresh flowers throughout the home.
4. Stage Your Outdoor Spaces
Summer is the perfect time to showcase your backyard, porch, or patio. Set up a table with chairs, place a few potted plants, or hang string lights to create a relaxed outdoor vibe. Mow the lawn, trim shrubs, and tidy up any garden beds so buyers see your yard as an extension of your living space.
If you have a grill or fire pit, highlight those features to suggest easy summer entertaining.
5. Secure and Simplify
Make sure valuables, prescription medications, and sensitive paperwork are securely stored. Remove any clutter from countertops and entryways to keep the home looking clean and spacious. You want buyers to feel comfortable walking through and imagining themselves in the space.
Victory Home Team will help guide you through preparing your home and managing open house logistics so everything runs smoothly.
Let Victory Home Team Help You Host a Summer Open House That Works
With strong local knowledge and a full marketing plan behind every listing, we know how to attract the right buyers and showcase your home at its best. If you’re thinking about selling this summer in Minneapolis, St. Paul, or the surrounding suburbs, let’s plan an open house that gets results.
Contact us today to schedule your free consultation.
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