For today’s modern home builders, finishing a home is only half the battle. The next challenge? Leasing it quickly, efficiently, and profitably. That’s where AppFolio + virtual showings step in to transform how builders and property managers scale new build lease-ups.
Whether you’re a builder managing your own rental portfolio or partnering with a property management firm, this post explains exactly how to go from construction site to signed lease—all using modern tools that save time and impress renters. 🔑📲
A virtual showing allows renters to view a property remotely—either as a 360° virtual tour, a video walkthrough, or an AI-generated tour from just photos. 🎥
Integration with AppFolio means embedding these experiences directly into your listings, so renters can interact, apply, and lease—without waiting on a live tour.
📘 Related: Seamless Virtual Tour Integration with AppFolio
As a builder, your listings often go live before the home is move-in ready. Here’s where virtual showings bridge the gap:
🔗 Also Read: Turn Construction Projects into Profitable Rentals with AppFolio 3D Tours
Whether you’re using a 3D platform like CloudPano, or an AI video tool like PhotoAIVideo.com, the integration process in AppFolio is easy:
📘 Learn more: Boost Efficiency: Virtual Showings for New Builds in AppFolio Property Management
📘 Also see: Real Estate Tech for Builders: AppFolio and Virtual Tour Integration
If you're handing off leasing to a management team, virtual showing integration saves their team countless hours:
🔗 Explore: Virtual Showing Integration for Property Managers and Builders Using AppFolio
Let’s say you’re launching 20 duplexes with 3 different floor plans.
Here’s the playbook:
🎯 More tips: How to Generate Real Estate Videos From Just Photos in Under 5 Minutes
🔗 Dive deeper: Why AI Video is the New Standard for Listing Presentations
“We toured virtually from another city and leased before ever stepping inside. The video was super helpful!”
—Tenant, Nashville TN
“Loved being able to tour on my schedule without coordinating with anyone.”
—Tenant, Denver CO
Modern renters expect on-demand leasing experiences. Virtual showings meet that expectation while giving builders and property managers a serious competitive edge.
If you're a builder ready to move beyond floor plans and photo galleries, virtual showings + AppFolio give you the full toolkit to:
It's time to go from physical-only tours to digital-first leasing.
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Interchangeable lens that’s upgradeable
Dual 1-inch sensors for improved clarity and low light performance
Dynamic range and 6K 360° capture
360° photo resolution at 21MP
8K 360° video recording for ultra-detailed visuals.
4K single-lens mode for traditional wide-angle shots.
Invisible selfie stick effect for drone-like perspectives.
2.5-inch touchscreen with Gorilla Glass protection.
Waterproof up to 33ft for underwater shooting.
360° photo resolution in 23MP
Slim design at 24 mm thick
Built-in image stabilization for smooth video capture.
Internal 19GB storage for photo and video storage.
Wireless connectivity for remote control and sharing.
60MP 360° still images for high-resolution photography.
5.7K 360° video recording at 30fps.
2.25-inch touchscreen for intuitive control.
USB Type-C port for fast charging and data transfer.
MicroSD card slot for expandable storage.
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