In today’s competitive rental and real estate market, 3D virtual tours have become an essential marketing tool—not just a luxury. If you’re a property manager using AppFolio, you might be wondering how to effectively showcase properties and stand out online. The answer? 🔥 Embed stunning 3D tours into your AppFolio listings.
This guide will walk you through how to do it, why it works, and how it can elevate your leasing performance, save time, and impress renters—all without complicated tools or code. Let’s dive in! 👇
Today’s renters are looking for speed, convenience, and immersive experiences. A 3D virtual tour offers just that:
✅ 24/7 Open House Experience
✅ Better Lead Qualification
✅ Fewer No-Shows & Faster Leases
More views = more qualified leads = faster lease-ups.
👉 Check out Why Virtual Tours Should Be Standard in Your AppFolio Marketing to understand how they give you a serious edge.
Here’s the step-by-step process:
1️⃣ Create a 3D Tour
Use platforms like CloudPano, Matterport, or PhotoAIVideo.com to generate your tour. These tools allow you to capture or upload photos and automatically turn them into immersive walkthroughs.
2️⃣ Grab the Share Link or Embed URL
Once the tour is created, copy the shareable link (URL) or iframe embed code.
3️⃣ Paste Into AppFolio’s Listing Description or Media Field
In your AppFolio dashboard:
✅ Want a full visual tutorial? Read Step-by-Step Guide: Add Virtual Tours to AppFolio the Right Way.
🔗 Top of the Description: Make sure it's visible!
💻 Mobile-Friendly Format: Use short, clickable links that work on mobile.
🎨 Highlight with Emojis or Headers: Make the call to action stand out visually.
👉 Need inspiration? Check out Virtual Tours on AppFolio: Better Listings, Faster Leases.
Time is money. Every day a unit sits vacant = lost revenue.
Here’s what virtual tours help you do:
🚀 Speed Up Decision Making
🏃 Reduce In-Person Showings
📉 Lower Vacancy Rates
💬 Improve Communication with Prospects
Don’t take our word for it. Dive into How Virtual Tours Help You Lease Properties Faster in AppFolio for real-world examples.
For more, read Best Virtual Tour Tools for AppFolio Property Managers.
YES, you can!
And it’s easier than you think.
If you’re still unsure about embedding or hosting your virtual tour, this detailed guide has you covered: Can You Embed a 3D Tour in AppFolio? Here's What You Need to Know.
Also check out:
🔧 How to Seamlessly Embed 3D Tours in AppFolio
💡 AppFolio Integration Tips: Best Practices for Adding Virtual Tours
Virtual tours don’t just make your listings look better—they drive action:
📩 3x more inquiries
👀 2x time-on-page
📱 Better performance on mobile and social
Want to double down on conversion strategies? Read Add Virtual Tours to AppFolio for Higher Conversions.
If you're not using virtual tours yet, you're missing out on more leads, faster leases, and happier renters.
🎯 It’s time to standardize virtual tours across all your AppFolio listings.
Ready to get started today? Check out Virtual Tours Made Simple: Add Them to AppFolio in Minutes.
Visit PhotoAIVideo.com and start generating virtual tours from listing photos in seconds.
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