Intro: The Future of Leasing Is Virtual 🌐🔑
Property managers and leasing teams are increasingly turning to virtual solutions — and AppFolio is leading the way. Whether you manage 10 units or 10,000, offering virtual leasing allows you to attract more leads, speed up move-ins, and modernize your operations. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to do virtual leasing with AppFolio, step-by-step, using tools like Matterport, CloudPano, and automation platforms like Zapier.
Virtual leasing means handling the entire rental process remotely — from tours to applications to digital lease signing. It removes friction, especially for long-distance renters or busy professionals.
Key Benefits:
First, log into your AppFolio admin panel and ensure your listings are activated with the following:
Want a walkthrough? Read:
👉 Complete Guide to Adding 360° Tours in AppFolio Listings
Virtual tours boost click-through rates and reduce wasted appointments. Add them to your listings using:
See how here:
📌 How to Embed Floor Plans, Videos, and 3D Tours in AppFolio
Tired of manually adding links? You can automate virtual tour uploads using Zapier + AppFolio’s API.
✅ Learn how to set it up:
🔗 Automating Virtual Tour Uploads with Zapier + AppFolio
Want the wow factor? CloudPano and Matterport give you immersive, branded 3D experiences. Perfect for leasing new builds or premium units.
🧭 Choose your platform:
CloudPano also supports Live Video Chat, allowing leasing agents to walk through units virtually while answering questions in real time.
🔍 Explore:
📹 Boost Leasing with Matterport 3D Tours Embedded in AppFolio
After impressing them with your virtual tour, guide prospects to apply online. AppFolio supports:
This allows you to close leases 100% remotely.
Use AppFolio’s built-in analytics to monitor:
💡 Want better results? Compare tour types here:
📈 AppFolio Virtual Tour Tutorial: How to Add Interactive Tours to Listings
AppFolio plays nicely with:
By combining AppFolio’s powerful features with 3D tours, automation, and e-signatures, you’ll lease faster, impress prospects, and streamline your process.
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