Luxury Alamo Heights Home Under Contract in 11 Days

The San Antonio market is cooling, with listings sitting longer and buyers becoming more selective—particularly when a home’s layout is unconventional. But this home in Alamo Heights, listed by Hilary Kinder and Ruth Storrie of the Storrie Team at Phyllis Browning Company, broke the pattern. With its angled walls, multiple ceiling heights, and architecturally complex design, it could have been a challenge to present. Instead, intentional staging brought a sense of harmony to the space, turning it into an inviting home that captured buyers’ hearts—under contract in just 11 days and sold at full price for $1,050,000.

A Complex, Architecturally Dynamic Floor Plan

From the moment we first walked through the home off Austin Highway, we knew it was special—and also a little tricky. With angled walls and ceilings, varying ceiling heights, and unique architectural lines, it was a space that could easily overwhelm buyers if left empty or styled incorrectly.

Our goal was simple: bring cohesion and warmth to an architecturally complex layout so that every space felt intentional and inviting. Through thoughtful furniture placement, a neutral yet elevated color palette, and layered textures, we transformed the layout into a seamless flow of livable, luxurious spaces.

Creating Connection Through Outdoor Living

Beyond the home’s unique interior, the 78209 charmer featured a beautifully designed hardscape with multiple seating areas—the kind of outdoor space that deserved just as much attention as the inside.

We staged the outdoor patio and built-in grill area to highlight the lifestyle potential: easy entertaining, evening dinners under the lights, and effortless indoor–outdoor living. By showing buyers how the space could function as an extension of the home, we turned the backyard into a major selling point.

The Results: Sold at Full Price in Just 11 Days

Here’s a quick look at the timeline:

• Staged: May 29, 2025
• Listed: June 5, 2025
• Under Contract: June 16, 2025
• Closed: July 18, 2025

In a market where many homes linger for weeks or months, this Alamo Heights property moved fast—under contract in just 11 days and closed at full price. That’s the power of strategic staging: it makes complex homes feel effortless and helps buyers fall in love instantly.

Why Staging Makes the Difference

Every home has potential—but not every buyer can see it. Professional staging bridges that gap by transforming unique or challenging layouts into spaces that buyers can immediately connect with emotionally.

At BY Design Home Staging, we specialize in highlighting a property’s strengths—no matter how complex the architecture or layout may be. From dynamic floor plans to high-end outdoor living spaces, our designs help buyers see not just the home itself, but the lifestyle it offers.

The Takeaway for San Antonio Sellers

If you’re preparing to sell a home in Alamo Heights or anywhere in the San Antonio area, don’t let your property sit on the market. The right staging can mean the difference between waiting for the right buyer and creating immediate demand.

Let BY Design Home Staging help you sell your home for top dollar—fast!

Call 210-722-1633 to get a free quote!