How Do Open Houses Work in Sudbury? | Realtor’s Honest Answer
How do open houses work in Sudbury?
Open houses give buyers a chance to tour your home without an appointment, and they help increase exposure, gather interest, and create early momentum. Sudbury realtor Tanya Vanden Berg explains how they work and when they help sellers most.
In Sudbury, open houses are typically held on weekends when buyer traffic is highest. Tanya promotes them online through MLS®, Realtor.ca, social media, and her own network, which helps draw a mix of serious buyers and curious locals. While not every attendee is ready to make an offer, open houses often lead to private showings afterward — which is where serious interest develops.
Before hosting one, Tanya helps you prepare. This usually means decluttering, brightening rooms, improving curb appeal, and removing personal items. Homes in New Sudbury, the South End, and Garson tend to attract strong open house turnout, especially if they’re priced competitively and move-in ready.
During the open house, Tanya greets visitors, answers questions, highlights key features, and gathers feedback. She also screens for interested buyers and follows up with anyone who seems like a good match. The goal is to build interest without pressure and help buyers feel comfortable exploring the home.
Open houses aren’t mandatory, and not every property needs one. But they work well for newly listed homes and high-traffic neighbourhoods.
