As summer ramps up, June is the perfect month to simplify, streamline, and refresh your home—especially if you’re planning to sell. Whether you’re staging a listing or just trying to love where you live, decluttering specific areas can make your home feel larger, cleaner, and more inviting.
Here are 10 smart items to declutter in June, backed by real estate experience and home design insights:
June Decluttering Shortlist
1. Shoes by the Door
A pile of sneakers = a cramped entryway. Pare down to 1–2 pairs per person and store the rest.
2. Half-Used Bottles in the Shower
Clear out those half-empty conditioners and nearly-gone razors. Bathrooms should feel spa-like, not cluttered.
3. Books You’ll Never Re-Read
A well-styled shelf is great for staging. Too many books = visual noise. Donate what you don’t love.
4. Bulk Paper Goods
Buy in bulk, store smart. Relocate Costco-sized TP and paper towels from closets to the garage or storage bins.
5. Outdated Wall Art
If it’s sun-faded, generic, or from your college dorm days—replace it with neutral, modern alternatives.
6. Old Electronics & Cords
That bin of “just-in-case” cables? Recycle or donate. Especially important when prepping for listing photos.
7. Worn Throw Pillows & Blankets
Frayed, stained, or out-of-style textiles drag down a room’s vibe. Swap in light, fresh colors for summer.
8. Unused Toys or Pet Supplies
Purge toys your kids or pets have outgrown. Corral the rest neatly in baskets or bins to show organized living.
9. Duplicates Under the Sink
You don’t need five kinds of glass cleaner. A tidy cabinet feels like a luxury, especially in small bathrooms.
10. Junk Drawer Extras
Keep it to the essentials—scissors, tape, batteries. The rest is just noise. A neat drawer = “this home is cared for.”
Bonus Tip for Sellers:
Decluttering now makes packing later *much* easier—and helps buyers emotionally move in the moment they walk through your door.
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