Estate Sale Prep Checklist: Room-by-Room Guide for Homeowners

Follow our room-by-room estate sale checklist to prepare your home for maximum value. Designed for sellers in Citrus, Sumter & Marion and surrounding counties. Hosting an estate sale or auction is more than just putting items out for buyers — presentation, organization, and preparation can dramatically affect your final results. Here’s our room-by-room guide to help Citrus County homeowners (and neighbors in The Villages, Marion & Sumter counties) prepare for a profitable, stress-free sale. Before we Begin Decide what’s being sold vs. kept. Gather important documents, family keepsakes, and valuables you’re not selling. Contact us for a free consultation to determine which items bring the highest returns. Living Room / Family Room Remove personal photographs. Dust furniture and wipe glass surfaces. Arrange seating and display areas for easy browsing. Group small collectibles in trays or shadow boxes. Kitchen Organize cookware, utensils, and dishes by category. Wipe cabinets and appliances. Display sets together (matching mugs, plates, etc.). Throw out chipped or damaged items unless antique. Bedrooms Make beds for a tidy appearance. Hang clothing neatly by size/type. Fold linens and group bedding sets together. Place jewelry in display trays for easy viewing. Garage / Workshop Group tools by type (hand tools, power tools). Sweep floors for safety and better presentation. Place heavy items where they can be easily accessed. Outdoors Organize patio furniture. Remove debris or trash. Pro Tip: You don’t have to do it all alone. Our team at Cape to Coast Auctions handles sorting, staging, and marketing — all you need to do is decide what to sell.