Maximize Profit When Selling a Unique Home in Santa Clarita

Selling a unique property in Santa Clarita can be difficult. With unique homes, you’re basically selling a one-of-a-kind creation that’s hard to compare with other properties. So, how do you determine its value in today’s market with few to no comparable sales? How do you get your desired price and maximize profit?

Fear not, my friend! I’ve got some tips for you to sell that unique gem of yours without breaking a sweat.

Unique Dome Home in Acton, CA area of the Santa Clarita Valley that Robert sold March 2023

First things first, understand the local market.

Santa Clarita Valley is a bustling region in Southern California, and you need to know what’s going on before you put that “For Sale” sign up. Check out other properties for sale, get a feel for the demand, and study the market trends. Then, price your home competitively. You don’t want to overprice it and drive away potential buyers, but you also don’t want to sell yourself short.

Now, here comes the fun part – highlight the unique features of your home! You’re not selling a cookie-cutter house, so make sure to showcase what makes it stand out. Custom finishes, intricate designs, and unique landscaping – these are what set your home apart from the rest. Take great photos, make an awesome video, and write a compelling description. Make people fall in love with your home before they even step foot in it.

A Professional Appraisal

But hold on, we’re not done yet! You also need to find an experienced appraiser who knows what’s what. They’ll understand your property’s worth and help you get the right price for it. Sometimes when a property is difficult to appraise due to being rare, some appraisers will turn down the job. They may even charge more because doing the appraisal report will take them longer. Did you know you can get an appraisal of your unique or custom home in Santa Clarita before listing it? It’s true! This can provide you some insight into the home’s value, aside from what your real estate agent may be suggesting.

Keep in mind, if a financed buyer makes an offer on your home, their lender will insist on ordering an appraisal through their own vendor.

This Geodesic Dome home in Acton, CA is a very rare home, not easily found for sale.

Marketing of Your Home

Lastly, use effective marketing strategies. You want to get as many eyeballs on your property as possible. That means advertising on the internet, social media, and even in the local papers. Be creative with your marketing, and don’t be afraid to think outside the box.

Selling a unique home in Santa Clarita can be challenging, but it can also be a lot of fun. You’ll be on your way soon to attracting potential buyers who appreciate the true value of your one-of-a-kind property.

So go ahead, take that leap, and sell that unique gem of yours like a boss!

Need help selling your home? Schedule a call with Robert.

Author: Robert Mickalson

Robert Mickalson created the Mickalson Group at Real Brokerage in Santa Clarita. He has been serving home buyers and sellers in and around Santa Clairta, CA for two decades. Robert's passion is to empower his clients with the most relevant housing market information. Bringing a boots on the ground perspective to this blog and also to his newsletter, SCV Cul-de-Scoop, are just a few ways Robert is able to help his clients, and the citizens of North LA County as a whole.