An open house is a party, and parties need invitations. Neighbours love to peek inside a house on their street, and some of them will bring friends who are house hunting or start thinking about their own move. This door hanger is a sunny, single-sided invitation that makes the open house feel like an event rather than a sales pitch. Sunburst rays radiate from behind the door hole, a bright blue front door stands open over a red welcome mat, and the date, time, snacks, and address are easy to find at a glance.
Sunburst, Script and an Open Door
This single-sided hanger measures 4.25 x 11 inches. The background is a warm sunny yellow, with paler yellow rays fanning out from the door hole like sunshine. Under the hole, You’re invited to an sits in navy Poppins, and Open House is written large in Pacifico, a happy retro script. The centre of the card shows a white house front with a tall arched blue doorway; the door itself swings open into the house, revealing a darker blue panel, with a gold knob. A red mat at the threshold reads Welcome. A navy box gives the date and time: Sunday, May 16, 1:00-4:00 pm · Snacks & lemonade. The address follows in bold navy, and at the bottom a round photo of the host agent sits beside Hosted by Dana Brooks and the phone and brokerage.
Why an Open Door Invites People In
The open door is a simple, universal symbol of welcome. It suggests curiosity and possibility, and it makes the hanger feel like an invitation from a friendly neighbour. Combined with snacks and lemonade, it lowers the barrier for people who might feel they need a reason to visit an open house. Everyone is welcome; that is the message.
Filling In the Event Details
Click the date line in the navy box to type your date and times. Change Snacks & lemonade to whatever you are offering: Coffee & pastries, Wine & cheese, or Cookies for the kids. Update the address in bold below. Spell out the day of the week; people scan for Saturday or Sunday before they read the date.
Open House Treat Ideas by Season
| Season | Treats | Atmosphere |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Lemonade, fruit cups, cookies | Fresh flowers, windows open |
| Summer | Iced tea, popsicles | Air conditioning, shade on the porch |
| Autumn | Apple cider, pumpkin muffins | Warm lighting, candles |
| Winter | Hot cocoa, coffee, cookies | Fireplace on, cosy music |
The Host Agent Photo
At the bottom of the card, a small round slot holds the host agent’s photo. Choose Replace Image to upload a friendly headshot, which keeps its navy ring. Update the name, phone, and brokerage beside it. If a colleague is hosting, use their photo; neighbours like to know who will greet them at the door.
Recolouring the Sunshine
Yellow is cheerful and highly visible, which is ideal for a short-notice event. The rays are a group of shapes behind the hole; change their colour to a pale peach or mint if you change the background. The door and mat can also be recoloured to match the actual front door of the listing, which is a lovely personal touch.
Neighbour-Only Previews
Some agents host a neighbours-only preview an hour before the public open house. It flatters neighbours, gives them a relaxed look around and builds goodwill for your listing and your brand. If you do this, add a line such as Neighbours’ preview 12:00-1:00 pm under the main time.
Safety and Etiquette at Open Houses
Ask visitors to sign in, keep valuables and medications out of sight, and have a colleague with you for larger events. Mention any requests, such as Please remove shoes or No pets, please, on the hanger if the sellers require them. Clear expectations make the event pleasant for everyone.
Cutting the Open House Hanger
A dashed circle at the top marks where the knob hole goes, and a dashed slit shows where to cut to slip it onto the handle. Print shops die-cut both; for a quick home-printed batch, use a circle punch and scissors.
Quick Printing for Short Notice
Open houses are often scheduled just a few days ahead. Because this design is single-sided and uses a light background, it prints well on a home or office printer on heavy card. Download as a PDF and print at full size. For larger runs, a local print shop can usually turn hangers around in 24 to 48 hours.
Where to Hang Open House Invitations
Cover the 50 to 150 homes around the listing two to four days before the event. Include streets with similar homes, since those owners are curious about prices, and nearby apartments, where renters may be ready to buy. Combine the hangers with directional signs on the day.
After the Open House
Follow up with neighbours who visited: thank them, share how the open house went, and offer a free valuation. If the home sells quickly, a Just Sold hanger completes the story. Consistency builds recognition, and recognition builds referrals.
Making the Address Easy to Find
An invitation is useless if guests cannot find the house. Besides the street address on the hanger, place directional signs at nearby intersections on the day, and tie a few balloons in the same yellow as the hanger to the mailbox or porch rail. Guests who saw the hanger will recognise the colour from down the street, which makes the event feel connected and well organised.
Measuring Open House Results
Ask visitors at the sign-in sheet how they heard about the open house. Counting how many mention the door hanger tells you whether to repeat the approach for your next listing. Many agents find that neighbourhood hangers bring a steady stream of local visitors who later become sellers themselves.
Open House Hanger FAQ
Can I add a photo of the home?
Yes. Replace the door illustration with a photo of the house using the editor’s image tools.
Is this hanger double-sided?
No, it is a single-sided design. You can add a second page in the editor if you want a back.
What size is it?
4.25 x 11 inches.
