Boost Leasing with Matterport 3D Tours Embedded in AppFolio

Cloudpano
July 19, 2025
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🚀 Boost Leasing with Matterport 3D Tours Embedded in AppFolio

Looking to lease faster, attract better leads, and offer a premium digital experience for renters? By embedding Matterport 3D tours into your AppFolio listings, you can create immersive property walkthroughs that help prospective tenants feel like they’re already home — before ever stepping foot on-site. 🏡✨

This guide walks you through the full benefits, step-by-step process, automation strategies, and proven tips to maximize leasing results using Matterport + AppFolio.

🔍 Why Matterport + AppFolio = Leasing Powerhouse

AppFolio is an industry leader in property management software, making it easy to list, manage, and lease properties. Matterport, on the other hand, is the gold standard in 3D virtual tour creation.

Together, these two platforms give you a competitive edge:

Higher Engagement: Listings with 3D tours average 300% more time spent
Faster Leasing: Reduce site visits and close deals sooner
Attract Remote Renters: Perfect for out-of-town tenants and relocations
Elevated Experience: Make your listings stand out from the crowd

Want to see it in action? Check out AppFolio + Matterport: The Perfect Pairing for Property Marketing.

🛠️ How to Embed Matterport Tours in AppFolio

Here’s how you can add your virtual tour in just minutes:

Step 1: Publish Your Matterport Tour

Once your tour is complete, copy the public share link (e.g. https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=XXXX).

Step 2: Log In to AppFolio

Navigate to your Properties tab and select the listing you'd like to update.

Step 3: Add the Virtual Tour Link

Paste your Matterport link into the “Virtual Tour” or “Media Link” section of the property listing.

💡 Pro Tip: For maximum visibility, also paste the tour link into the property description using a clear call-to-action like:
👉 “Take a 3D tour of this property: Click here”

For visuals and a detailed walk-through, check out:
📸 Your Easy AppFolio Virtual Tour Upload Guide (With Screenshots)

📈 Real Results from Matterport Integration

After integrating Matterport into their AppFolio workflows, property managers have reported:

Read more success strategies in:
🔗 Boost Your AppFolio Listings: Upload 3D Tours in Just a Few Steps

🔄 Automate the Upload Process

Managing multiple listings? Automate the upload of Matterport tours into AppFolio using:

🔁 Zapier – Create Zaps that copy new Matterport links into a synced Google Sheet for your property database.
🤖 CloudPano Auto-Embed Tool – If you use CloudPano alongside Matterport, auto-sync tour links at scale.

Learn more:
🔧 Automating Virtual Tour Uploads with Zapier + AppFolio

💬 Enhance with Other Media

To give your leads the full picture, pair Matterport tours with:

  • 2D & 3D Floor Plans
  • High-resolution photo galleries
  • Video walkthroughs

📚 Guide: How to Embed Floor Plans, Videos, and 3D Tours in AppFolio

You can even learn how to automate floor plan and tour uploads with this guide:
🛠️ CloudPano Auto-Embed Tool for AppFolio

🧠 Tips for Better Leasing Results

Here’s how to make your 3D virtual tours work even harder:

  • ✅ Add “360 Virtual Tour Available” to your listing titles
  • ✅ Promote on social media using Matterport’s 3D preview thumbnails
  • ✅ Include in email blasts and follow-ups
  • ✅ Use QR codes on your yard signage that link to the tour
  • ✅ Monitor analytics (track bounce rate and time on page)

Need a process walkthrough? Start with:
📄 The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Tours in AppFolio

🤔 Common Questions

Q: Can I use Matterport on mobile-friendly AppFolio pages?
A: Yes! Matterport is optimized for all devices, including smartphones and tablets.

Q: Can I use other platforms besides Matterport?
A: Absolutely. Platforms like CloudPano and Kuula are also great. See our comparison here:
📖 Complete Guide to Adding 360° Tours in AppFolio Listings

Q: What if AppFolio doesn’t show my tour?
A: Double-check the share settings in Matterport and ensure the URL uses HTTPS.

🔚 Conclusion: Stand Out With 3D

In competitive rental markets, 3D virtual tours are no longer optional — they’re expected. Embedding Matterport tours directly in AppFolio helps you:

✅ Win more listings
✅ Attract better-qualified renters
✅ Reduce days-on-market
✅ Offer a high-end digital experience renters love

So go ahead — boost your leasing performance with immersive Matterport tours embedded into every AppFolio listing you manage.

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