Traditional home staging costs $1,846 on average, with a typical range of $830 to $2,917, according to Angi's July 2026 cost guide. A consultation runs $150 to $600, an occupied home $1,000 to $3,000, and a vacant home with rented furniture $4,000 to $6,000. House AI can preview a staged look from one room photo before you book.
The bill depends on two things: whether the stager brings furniture, and how long the house stays on the market. Staging is usually priced for the first month, and every extra month adds to the bill.
Occupied vs vacant staging
Staging an occupied home costs far less because the stager works with your furniture. Angi puts it at $1,000 to $3,000. Partial staging, where only key rooms like the living room, kitchen, and main bedroom get staged, runs $1,000 to $2,500. A vacant home costs the most, $4,000 to $6,000, because every piece has to be rented, delivered, and set up. Luxury staging for high-value homes starts at $4,000 and can pass $10,000.
Monthly furniture rental and extensions
Rented furniture is a monthly cost. Angi puts furniture and decor at $100 to $700 per room each month. HomeGuide puts whole-home staging at $1,500 to $4,000 for the first month, then $150 to $1,200 for each additional month. Each 30-day extension adds 10% to 30% of the original contract fee, and furniture rental alone can reach $2,000 a month for a large home.
Home staging costs at a glance
| Service | Typical cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial consultation | $150 to $600 | Angi |
| Stager's hourly rate | $50 to $150 per hour | Angi |
| Occupied home, your furniture | $1,000 to $3,000 | Angi |
| Partial staging, key rooms only | $1,000 to $2,500 | Angi |
| Vacant home, rented furniture | $4,000 to $6,000 | Angi |
| Luxury staging | $4,000 to $10,000+ | Angi |
| Furniture rental | $100 to $700 per room per month | Angi |
| Each additional month, whole home | $150 to $1,200 | HomeGuide |
| Preview a staged look from a photo in House AI | 3 free designs a day, or $9.99 per week or $39.99 per year | House AI |
Before you pay for a consultation, you can see what a staged room might look like. Upload a photo of an empty or cluttered room to House AI, set the room type, and pick a style. Each design takes about 15 seconds. AI doesn't measure your room, and small details can drift, so use the preview to choose a look. It doesn't replace the stager or the rented furniture.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost to stage a house?
$1,846, according to Angi's July 2026 cost guide, with a typical range of $830 to $2,917.
How much does a home staging consultation cost?
$150 to $600, according to both Angi and HomeGuide.
Why does staging a vacant home cost more?
Every piece of furniture has to be rented, delivered, and set up, and the rental is billed each month. Angi puts vacant staging at $4,000 to $6,000, against $1,000 to $3,000 for an occupied home.
How much does each extra month of staging cost?
HomeGuide puts it at $150 to $1,200 per additional month, or 10% to 30% of the original contract fee for each 30-day extension.
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Sources: Angi, "How Much Does House Staging Cost? [2026 Data]," updated July 8, 2026. HomeGuide, "How Much Does It Cost to Stage a House? (2026)," updated February 4, 2026. Both checked October 3, 2026. House AI figures come from the House AI app.