Estate sales are often held during major life transitions, such as the passing of a loved one, downsizing, relocation, divorce, or the need to settle an estate. In many cases, families are faced with the responsibility of managing an entire household’s contents in a limited amount of time, which can feel overwhelming.

An estate sale offers an organized and efficient way to liquidate personal property while maximizing value and reducing stress. At Centennial Estate Sales, we provide comprehensive, full-service estate sale management — from initial consultation and pricing to staging, marketing, and conducting the sale itself. We approach each sale with care, professionalism, and respect for both the property and the family involved, ensuring a smooth and thoughtful process from start to finish.

The free walkthrough consultation allows us to evaluate the property and discuss goals, expectations, and timelines to determine whether an on-site estate sale is the best solution. During this visit, we review the scope of the sale, assess the contents of the home, and consider practical factors such as access, parking, and overall logistics to ensure the sale can be conducted smoothly and successfully.

At Centennial Estate Sales, the walkthrough consultation is a collaborative conversation. If it appears that an on-site estate sale is a good fit, we talk through how the process works, how the sale would be structured, and what that looks like from start to finish. Our commission is all-inclusive, with no additional fees or out-of-pocket expenses, allowing everyone to move forward with clarity and confidence.

The walkthrough also provides time to answer questions about preparation, pricing, and the overall process. Most importantly, it helps ensure expectations are aligned and that moving forward makes sense for everyone involved.

When choosing an estate sale company, it’s important to look for experience, transparency, and professionalism. A reputable company should be properly insured, operate under a written agreement, clearly explain commission structure and expectations, and be willing to walk you through the process before any commitments are made.

Look for companies that conduct an in-person walkthrough consultation, take the time to evaluate the estate, discuss goals and timelines, and explain how items will be priced, marketed, and sold. Clear communication, respectful handling of personal property, and a structured process are key indicators of a trustworthy estate sale company.

Centennial Estate Sales provides a professional, commission-based service supported by a written agreement, comprehensive marketing, and an experienced team focused on maximizing value while treating every estate with care and respect.

Centennial Estate Sales provides on-site estate sale services throughout much of Colorado, with a primary focus on the Denver metro area and surrounding communities. This includes, but is not limited to, Denver, Centennial, Arvada, Aurora, Broomfield, Golden, Lakewood, Northglenn, Thornton, Westminster, Wheat Ridge, as well as South Denver areas such as Cherry Creek, Englewood, Greenwood Village, and nearby communities.

Because every estate is unique, service availability is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and depends on factors such as location, size of the estate, access, and overall scope of the sale. On-site estate sales require the right space, logistics, and buyer accessibility to be successful.

If you’re unsure whether your property or location is a good fit, we encourage you to reach out. During our free walkthrough consultation, we’re happy to discuss your situation and provide honest guidance on the best approach.

In most cases, very little preparation is required on your part. For the free walkthrough consultation, the primary thing we ask is that you have a general understanding of which items are for sale and which are not. During the walkthrough, we’ll go room by room together, and you can simply let us know what you’d like included in the estate sale.

We typically recommend that clients do not pre-sort, organize, or discard items, as this can unintentionally reduce value or remove items buyers may be interested in. The walkthrough allows us to evaluate the estate, discuss goals and timing, and determine whether an on-site estate sale is the right fit.

At Centennial Estate Sales, once the walkthrough is complete and an agreement is finalized, our team manages the entire on-site estate sale process — including organization, pricing, staging, staffing, sales, and cleanup. Throughout the process, we remain in clear communication via phone and/or email, keeping you informed while allowing the experience to be as hands-off as possible.

We use a strategic combination of proven marketing tools and platforms to effectively promote your estate sale and attract qualified buyers. This includes targeted online advertising through social media channels, as well as prominent estate sale listing websites frequented by active buyers.

On estate sale days, we also place clear, professionally positioned signage throughout the surrounding area to guide potential buyers directly to the sale location.

Our commission rate for managing and conducting an estate sale ranges from 30% to 40%. The specific rate is discussed during the free walkthrough consultation and is agreed upon before the sale is scheduled, based on the scope of the estate, overall logistics, and the services required to conduct a successful sale.

At Centennial State Sales, our compensation is based only on the items that are sold during the estate sale. There are no upfront fees, and in nearly all cases, there are no out-of-pocket or hidden costs.

Our agreed-upon commission is all-inclusive and typically covers the full range of services needed to run the sale, including pricing, staging, staffing, advertising, merchant processing, and administrative support. This approach allows us to work collaboratively with our clients toward a shared goal: maximizing value while ensuring a smooth, efficient, and well-managed sale.

Yes. At Centennial Estate Sales, we accept cash and major credit and debit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express, using our Square® point-of-sale system.

Personal or business checks are not accepted.

At Centennial Estate Sales, clients typically receive payment and final documentation within five (5) business days following the conclusion of the estate sale. This generally includes a business check along with a clear sales summary showing results by category.

If donations were part of the agreed-upon plan, any applicable donation receipts are included, and photographic documentation can be provided upon request. Keys or other agreed-upon items are also returned at that time, as applicable.

At Centennial Estate Sales, our goal—just like our clients’—is to thoughtfully and effectively sell estate contents during the on-site estate sale.

If items remain afterward, options are discussed in advance and handled according to the agreed-upon plan. Some clients choose to manage remaining items themselves, while others request assistance with coordinating donations, when and where available. Donation acceptance is always subject to the receiving organization.

Any items not selected for donation, not eligible for donation, or not accepted by a donation center remain the responsibility of the client unless otherwise agreed to in writing.