In today’s hyper-competitive rental market, property managers need every advantage to attract quality tenants quickly. One of the most powerful tools you can add to your toolkit is the 3D virtual tour — and if you're using AppFolio, integrating them is easier than ever. 🏡✨
In this article, we’ll explore exactly how to improve your AppFolio listings with 3D virtual tours, how to embed them seamlessly, and why it matters in 2025 and beyond.
💡 Spoiler Alert: Listings with virtual tours see up to 87% more views and lease faster than those without!
Virtual tours allow prospective renters to explore your property 24/7 — no scheduling, no back-and-forth. For busy renters, this convenience is a major selling point.
Here’s why they boost conversions:
✅ Higher engagement: Users spend more time viewing your listing.
✅ Fewer no-shows: Virtual tours pre-qualify serious prospects.
✅ Faster decisions: Tenants feel more confident applying without a physical visit.
✅ Stand out: Listings with 3D tours look more modern and professional.
🔗 The Benefits of Embedding 3D Tours in Your AppFolio Listings
AppFolio doesn’t offer direct virtual tour hosting, but it makes it easy to embed hosted links.
Follow these steps:
🔗 Step-by-Step Guide to Embedding 3D Tours in AppFolio Property Listings
The following tools help create stunning, AppFolio-compatible 3D tours:
🔗 Best Virtual Tour Tools for AppFolio Property Managers
In recent studies, properties listed with 3D tours:
🔗 Why Virtual Tours Should Be Standard in Your AppFolio Marketing
If you're managing dozens (or hundreds!) of listings, manual uploading can be a pain. Use a spreadsheet + Zapier workflow to auto-add your links into AppFolio or trigger reminders to update listings.
🔗 Simplify Your Workflow: Add Virtual Tours to AppFolio Without Code
📍 Case Study: A Texas-based property manager started embedding CloudPano tours on all new listings. Within 60 days:
🔗 How Virtual Tours Help You Lease Properties Faster in AppFolio
✅ Virtual tours make your AppFolio listings stand out.
✅ Embedding is easy and no code required.
✅ Tools like CloudPano, Matterport, and PhotoAIVideo are plug-and-play.
✅ Listings with 3D tours convert better and lease faster.
Ready to upgrade your listings?
In 2025, renters expect to view properties online before ever stepping foot on-site. By combining AppFolio’s robust listing features with 3D virtual tours, you’re meeting them where they are — online and ready to apply.
🧠 Don't wait. The future of property marketing is virtual.
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