How Long Does It Take to Fully Furnish a Rental Property?

Introduction

One of the most common questions we hear from property owners is, “How long will it take to fully furnish my rental property?” Whether you’re preparing a short-term rental (STR) for Airbnb, a mid-term rental for traveling professionals, or a long-term unit for tenants, your timeline has a direct impact on how soon you can start generating revenue.

At Bee Setups, we specialize in turnkey property furnishing nationwide — from design to delivery to full setup. Our process is designed to get properties guest-ready fast, without sacrificing quality or style.

Factors That Affect the Furnishing Timeline

1. Property Size & Room Count

Naturally, a studio or one-bedroom can be completed faster than a five-bedroom luxury home. On average:

●     Studio or 1-Bedroom: 3–4 weeks from design approval

●     2–3 Bedrooms: 4–6 weeks

●     4+ Bedrooms: 5–7 weeks

2. Design Phase Duration

The clock doesn’t start ticking when you first reach out — it starts when your design is finalized and payment is made for furniture orders.At Bee Setups:

●     Standard Package: 2 revisions included

●     Essentials Package: 3 revisions

●     Premium Package: 4 revisions

●     Luxury Package: 5 revisions

Fewer revisions = faster project start.

3. Furniture Lead Times

We work with vetted suppliers whose products are in stock or have short lead times, but:

●     Off-the-shelf items: 1–3 weeks shipping

●     Specialty/custom pieces: 4–8 weeks

4. Scheduling & Logistics

Once items arrive in our network, we coordinate:

●     White-glove delivery to your property

●     Professional assembly

●     Full setup & styling

If your property is in a high-demand delivery region or remote location, this can affect timing.

5. Seasonal Demand

Peak seasons (spring/summer) may see slightly longer timelines due to higher order volumes. The fastest completions often happen when you start in late summer or early fall.

Bee Setups’ Average Timelines

From the day your design is approved and payment for products is completed:

●     Small-to-Mid Rentals: 4–5 weeks

●     Large Homes or Luxury Projects: 6–8 weeks

Fast-track option: In select cases, we can complete a project in as little as 3 weeks by prioritizing in-stock selections and accelerating scheduling.

How to Speed Up the Process

1. Come prepared with a clear vision. Provide inspiration photos, your guest profile, and must-have items during your initial call.

2. Limit revisions. Multiple changes can add weeks to the timeline.

3. Book during off-peak times. Avoid the spring rush to get ahead of demand.

4. Work with a turnkey provider. Handling design, sourcing, delivery, and setup under one roof eliminates delays between vendors.

   
   

Case Study – Denver, CO Two-Bedroom STR

●     Package: Essentials Package

●     Total Budget: $21,800

●     Timeline: 4.5 weeks from design approval to guest-ready.

●     Result: Property listed on Airbnb within 48 hours of final setup and booked 12 nights in its first two weeks.

Why Speed Matters for ROI

Every extra week your property sits empty is lost revenue. If your average nightly rate is $250, a two-week delay could cost $3,500 or more.

By partnering with a provider that can furnish and style your property quickly, you start generating income sooner — and your furnishings pay for themselves faster.

Final Takeaway

The time it takes to furnish a rental property depends on size, design scope, lead times, and logistics — but with Bee Setups’ streamlined process, most projects are completed in 4–6 weeks.

Ready to get your property guest-ready faster? Let’s talk.

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