Gillette Home Seller Checklist 2025: Prep to Maximize Your Sale
Thinking about selling your home in Gillette WY?
2025 is a strategic year to do it. I’m Jessica LaCour, Broker/Owner of 411 Properties, and our team has helped hundreds of sellers across Campbell and Crook County and all of North Eastern Wyoming position their homes for maximum value and minimum days on market.
Here’s your data-driven checklist for a successful launch.
Step 1: Understand the Market You’re Entering
According to the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey (Oct 31, 2025), the average 30-year fixed rate sits near 6.04 %, while 15-year loans average 5.32 %. (Freddie Mac PMMS)
Stable rates have kept buyers active, and our NEWRA MLS reports roughly 120 active residential listings in Campbell County—about 15 % below historical averages.
Homes in the $275K–$425K range are closing within 30–45 days, and well-prepared homes often receive multiple showings in the first week.
The FHFA Home Price Index shows Wyoming values up 4.8 % year-over-year, reflecting a steady, balanced market without the overheated volatility of 2021–2022.
Step 2: Handle Repairs and Maintenance Early
Buyers notice mechanical confidence. Address these first:
- Roof & HVAC: Service and document recent maintenance.
- Windows & Seals: Check for drafts and replace weatherstripping.
- Electrical & Plumbing: Ensure everything is working properly.
- Garages & Outbuildings: Wyoming buyers prioritize usable shop space and lighting. Make sure all trim is freshly painted or stained, and no peeling paint!
Pre-listing inspections help you price with certainty and avoid negotiation surprises.
Step 3: Focus on Curb Appeal and Outdoor Living
First impressions start in the driveway. In Gillette’s windy climate, buyers notice clean fencing and trim detail.
- Power-wash siding and walkways.
- Refresh paint and door hardware.
- Trim trees and replace wind-damaged plants.
- Showcase functional yards with deck furniture or fire pits.
If you have acreage property, highlight driveway condition and storage access—features that translate directly into value for buyers with trailers or equipment.
Step 4: Stage for Lifestyle, Not Just Looks
We don’t stage for HGTV—we stage for Wyoming living.
- Declutter and create open traffic flow.
- Neutralize colors and show off natural light.
- Define purpose rooms: office, mud room, gear space.
- Scent and sound: quiet, fresh, welcoming.
Professional photography and video matter even more—our extensive marketing platform uses aerial drone imagery and short-form video to grab attention on all major social and MLS feeds within hours of launching your listing.
Step 5: Price Precisely Using Verified Data
Forget online estimates—they can’t see our non-disclosure state sales. We use actual MLS comparables and trend lines to pinpoint a strategic price range.
Pricing too high creates stagnation; pricing accurately creates momentum and drives buyer urgency.
In 2025, Gillette homes listed within 2 % of final appraised value sold 18 days faster on average (N = Campbell County MLS data Q3).
Step 6: Time Your Launch Right
Our local data shows the highest buyer activity occurs between Thursday and Monday showings. We schedule listing launches mid-week so your home hits peak visibility by Friday morning.
If you’re planning to move in spring or summer, start photos and marketing in late winter to catch the first wave of relocation traffic.
Step 7: Partner with a Marketing-Driven Brokerage
At 411 Properties, we don’t just upload to the MLS—we engineer exposure. Our system includes:
- Professional photography and drone footage
- Social and Google ad placement reaching regional and out-of-state buyers, not just local.
- Dynamic follow-up campaigns for every showing lead
Our sellers routinely see 30 % faster sales and stronger negotiations because our listings look and feel premium!
Step 8: Stay Engaged After Launch
Feedback arrives fast—within the first 10 days you’ll see showing patterns that guide micro-adjustments. We communicate weekly with clear metrics: showings, views, saved lists, and comparable activity.
Ready to Get Started?
I’ll help you customize this checklist for your home type and timeline, from Westover to Red Hills to Tenth Hole Estates. Together we’ll price, prep, and position your home for the highest possible return.
Call Jessica LaCour, Broker for 411 Properties LLC at (307-682-7767)
