Help me sell my house!!

[EuroCountry]

NC for this for privacy! My house has been on the market for just over a month and has only received one low ball offer - does anyone have any tips on how to get it sold?!

House

Looking at the photos again.

1. get rid of the electric stove thing. It adds to the clutter. The sofa in the middle of the room is very close to the chimney breast which makes it look more cramped. Take that sofa away and put the green chair there instead
2. there are no photos of any circulation space (porch, hall, stairs and landing) so their storage potential isn’t clear. The measurements on the description make these areas sound quite generous so it’s a missed opportunity.
3. the description has a lot of different flooring mentioned - tile, carpet, laminate, floorboards - on a viewing this can make a place seem smaller and less coherent
4. Is the garage really chaotic? If not then show it properly as that sort of storage is valuable even if you don’t park in it
5. is the loft boarded for storage? If so mention it. In a small house storage is key
6. could an understairs toilet or storage be fitted (depends on the design and construction of the stairs. Maybe get a quote for it so you can demonstrate potential

De clutter then drop the price.

Astroturf, easy or not in removing, can be removed. The cooker needs moving when the washing machine needs to be replaced and the clutter can be sorted. I prefer a shower rail over a shower attachment, and that can be done easily. Generally, the kitchen and bathroom both need remodelling for my tastes.

For the driveway, I'd expand it over the grass, as in concrete over the grass. I have visitors occasionally and my in-laws wouldn't be thrilled at having to park on the road. Again, easily done.

However, absolutely none of these things would put me off buying that house because they are small details and are part of making a house a home for the buyer.

The asking price is decent and I would consider putting an offer in. I'm willing to put the work in to make it how I want it.

Goodness me there are a lot of lazy, judgemental people on these boards, it's no wonder houses aren't shifting, that, and people don't want to take on so much debt in an economy circling the drain.

The issue here appears to be that people have, for all and intents and purposes, shirked off having to actually put effort into making a house that is in otherwise decent shape, a home.

It's not too shabby, OP. I wish you well.

There is way too much stuff in living/dining room. It screams that you have no storage space. Remove the boxes. Remove the folding chairs stored behind the sofa. You have 6 decorative items on a smallish dining table - reduce that to one. If you have to keep the table cloth iron it, otherwise remove it. Have fewer throws and cushions and less on display in the dresser. You're planning on moving so start packing now. It will make the the house looks more spacious and organised.

The description the estate agent has written bears no relation to what your house is like at all. Maybe it's just a standard thing they copy and paste! It makes people distrustful when you have a description like this with pictures like you have.

This beautifully presented three bedroom semi detached house offers a fantastic opportunity for families and professionals seeking a spacious and modern home in a desirable location.

It isn't beautifully presented, sorry OP. It looks a mess with all the clutter. You need to get rid of all of that because when I see houses like this with people's stuff everywhere my immediate thought is that there isn't enough storage and I'd end up with stuff everywhere as well which I don't want. Most of the stuff in the living area needs to go and especially those fold up chairs behind the sofa - that screams lack of storage and also that the room isn't big enough to have 4 chairs permanently at the table.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a generous entrance hallway that leads into a large lounge and dining area, ideal for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests. The living space is enhanced by neutral décor and an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.

Yes, it's nice and light in the living room and the view is gorgeous but it doesn't feel large at all, seems quite poky, so maybe you need to think about how you could rearrange the furniture so it feels more spacious.

The modern kitchen is a particular highlight, featuring a high quality Rangemaster cooker and ample storage, making it perfect for those who enjoy cooking and dining at home.

It doesn't have ample storage though. You have stuff everywhere not in cupboards. It isn't modern either. It's not even a built in kitchen. There's a tiny fridge under a bench. The first thing any buyer would need to do is install a new kitchen because it just isn't adequate at all. That means the cost of the new kitchen is going to be relected in the offers people make.

There are three well proportioned bedrooms, each offering comfortable accommodation and flexibility for family living, home working, or guest space.

The bedrooms look a mess I'm afraid and they look small. There was no effort made to make the beds and in your bedroom the curtain isn't even straight. My eye fixated on that straightaway and made me feel there is a lack of love and care in the house (which I'm sure isn't true) and made me wonder what else is lacking.
The office furniture should go into the small room and the second room dressed properly as a bedroom.
If the third bedroom can take a bed maybe you should put one in so people can see the house has three functional bedrooms rather than 2 and a home office, and then store the office furniture and computer somewhere else until the house is sold.

The contemporary three piece bathroom suite is finished to a high standard, providing a sleek and functional environment for daily routines.

It isn't functional though because it doesn't have a proper shower. A shower head attached to a tap which I then have to hold all the time I am showering if I want to stand up is not a proper shower. I think you should install something on the wall to attach the showerhead to so that people can see they will have a proper shower. Maybe even install a perspex shower screen too rather than the curtain.
Once again there is so much clutter. What is the mess between the toilet and basin? There even seems to be a tube for doing the silicon around the bath! All of that needs to go.

It's a nice house though, you just need to make a few tweaks and then have the photos redone and maybe get the description changed a bit because it's ridiculous.

Get some dimensions on the floorplan.
Sweep / hose or jetwash the drive.
Get some pots of spring flowers outside the front door.
Move the green armchair out of the living room as it's too cluttered (it might fit in the hall under the mirror?)
Move the small sofa away from being in front of the fire place.
Can you get throws that match or take them off for the photos?
Put the fold up chairs behind the sofa in the shed or garage - again advertising it's not a large enough space.
Tidy the sideboard and move the boxes off the top.
Iron the tablecloth (it looks like a bed sheet!) or remove it and take all the crap off the table. At most a plant or vase of flowers.
Remove whatever the towel thing is and roll of wrapping paper in the corner by the door.
Clear all the crap off the kitchen windowsill as it's advertising the fact your kitchen isn't big enough.
Ditto magnets etc on the radiator and stuff above the door, and on top of the large cupboard, and the stuff on the little wooden workspace.
Paint the pink skirting board in the hall white to match the rest of the woodwork.
Make all the beds properly with fresh ironed bedding.
Move stuff off the bedside tables, hide the externsion leads and phone charger cables etc. and things under the beds
Clear windowsills and tidy only essentials on the dresser.
Remove stuff on top of the wardrobes.
Hang bedroom mirrors on the wall or remove.
Put something in the empty room to make it look functional - the desk out of the second bedroom maybe and your armchair from downstairs?
remove the pet bowl from the empty room and paint the skirting board.
Remove everything off the window sill and sides in the bathroom apart from a hand towel and soap on the sink. Your candle lantern could stay but the rest just looks untidy.
Remove all the old wood and pallets from the garden.
Make sure all the curtains are drawn properly and don't look like they're hiding something on the windowsill.
It all looks like it needs a good clean and polish. I can almost smell wet dog from the photos.

@EuroCountry is there a proper standard up shower? If so, add it to the pictures. If not, that devalues the house massively.

I know you asked us to help you sell your house, but honestly, the nitpicking and proper insults that are thrown around on threads like this are not very nice. Meant well I'd say but the tone of some posts is somewhat derisory.

So..... I think it's a great house for the price. I love the bay windows and the setting. I can see past clutter and bedding, that won't take an hour to fix. Clean lines as my late Mum used to say, clean lines and everything looks better!

The one thing I'd do immediately and it won't cost a penny, is to move the two seater sofa from in front of the dining table. It is making that room look overwhelmingly cluttered. Move it out or move it under the window and the TV near the unit. That opens up the room and you can see from top to bottom. Just my 2c.

Otherwise it's good, not minging at all and has potential. Wishing you luck and hope you get an offer very soon. Sorry about the family illnesses, been there, done that.

Thank you x

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Firstly your house is nice with a lovely outlook. It’s got lots of potential. However it’s lacking a full sized kitchen. Look on rightmove at the houses that have sold near you recently.

This house went for 220k in Jul 2025
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/details/f3d99e0c-0837-4e12-8f26-26cc8642be67?v=media&id=media0&ref=photoCollage
It’s extended and has a full sized kitchen.

And this one for £190k
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/details/15242188-0584-47e0-8f9e-eaf312409779?v=media&id=media0&ref=photoCollage
It’s not extended but has a full sized kitchen across the back of the house and a store that could be a utility.

This puts yours around 180k imo. Sorry that’s below what you paid but that’s how the market goes sometimes if you move quickly. Choices are accept the low offer, sit tight, or improve your kitchen. I’d open plan the kitchen through to the dining room. Loo under the stairs would be nice too. You might not recoup your outlay though, you’d need to price it up.

Can you access the washing machine?
declutter, remove all of the cushions/stuff on top of wardrobes and down the side of the beside table

Goodness me there are a lot of lazy, judgemental people on these boards, it's no wonder houses aren't shifting, that, and people don't want to take on so much debt in an economy circling the drain.

She asked for people's opinions. Of course there is no need for insults but she asked and people are going to give their opinion.
It's not about people being lazy or not, it's whether they get a poor first impression of the house or not. If they don't like the look of the house they aren't going to be excited about it and they aren't going to even get to the stage of thinking "ok, it hasn't got a proper shower but that's easily fixed". If the house as a whole gives a good impression they are more likely to start thinking creatively about how it could work for them. Unfortunately at the moment it looks a bit of a mess and there's stuff everywhere which makes it look like there's inadequate storage and the kitchen will have to be redone so it's not going to capture the imagination of probably the majority of people and that's a problem when trying to sell because you're reducing the pool of potential buyers significantly.

The issue here appears to be that people have, for all and intents and purposes, shirked off having to actually put effort into making a house that is in otherwise decent shape, a home.

I think a lot of people lack imagination but as I said above the house has to make a good impression for them to get excited about it and then they'll put the effort in.
And then there's the issue you also mention in your post about costs rising and people worrying about debt. If they look at a house and it's near the top of their budget and then they realize they are going to have to put a new kitchen in, possibly flooring, deal with the shower (although that could be done easily with just an attachment on the wall for the shower head to be fixed to), the house is no longer looking as affordable as it was so they'll look at another house within their budget which doesn't need as much doing to it.

Yes, just to add, people always go for the duvet covers, tablecloths and the curtains, so don't despair! There is some good advice if you sift through it.
It'll be the right house for someone - you bought it!

its not clear where else a cooker that size would fit into that kitchen but that may be bad photos? In any case if you don't like range cookers (which I don't) it would have to go. Getting a new kitchen put in, also sorting the garden is not "work" its MONEY. I am a bit puzzled by your "shirking" comment. With houses as with anything else, its only worth what a buyer will pay for it.

That kitchen shouldn’t have a cooker that size…

this. all of this.

totally agree. I got a rangecooker in a bigger kitchen when they were the thing. I hated it....hard to clean, took up too much space even in my kitchen and just plain bloody annoying and then a pain (but not for me) to remove again. I bless the name of AO and their removal/installation service.

Excuse me , but re read my comment . I am telling the op house is ok .
I've made the sanitised comment because some many houses look to be AI generated because they look like no human has ever lived there .
I do not see how you can come to the conclusion you have .

Also massive cooker and half size fridge and no dishwasher is odd. Can’t work out if you love cooking or not.

I love my range cooker, it fits in the chimney breast where the coal range would have been.

I have a Range cooker. They hold their value very well and are pretty to look at. I respect that it's not to everyone's tastes and to each their own.

"Getting a new kitchen put in, also sorting the garden is not "work" its MONEY"

It's both. You either do the work yourself or you pay someone to do it. Where do you think the asking price came from? If all of the things mentioned were already done, the asking price would be much higher owing to everything mentioned already being done. No work is done for free, is it?

My shirking comment is precisely what it is; about people who are shirkers. They want the house to be up to their standards and tastes before it even hits the market. That's not how marketing works. The seller puts the effort in to getting the house in shape to have photographs taken of it, it's then up to the potential buyer to look at the photographs and make an informed decision.

Does the house need work done? If so, do they have the money to put the work in? If not, do they desperately need to move? If yes, can they tolerate how the house is while they save up to get the work done?

Buying a house is as complicated as selling one and both parties need to put effort in or the house stays off the market.

@EuroCountry are you taking the range with you or leaving it?

I thought the range cooker would be taken as it’s not built in.
I can look past the decor. I would be expecting the seller to take the beds etc with them.
It’s will be price, because it’s a lovely house.

Yes absolutely. As always the problem is the price is too high.

Yet as always, 90% of posters here thing that adding new soft furnishings and fresh flowers etc will sell
the house.