In today’s real estate market, first impressions happen online — and they happen fast. On Realtor.com, your photo gallery is often the very first thing a potential buyer sees. If your images aren’t grabbing attention in the first 3 seconds, you’re likely losing clicks, showings, and offers.
This guide will walk you through how to optimize your Realtor.com photo galleries to make your listings stand out, keep buyers engaged, and ultimately close deals faster. 🏡
Studies show that listings with 20+ high-quality photos receive up to 118% more views than those with fewer. A well-optimized gallery:
You can’t optimize poor images. Your foundation needs to be professional-grade photos that are:
Realtor.com recommends:
This ensures your photos look sharp on both desktop and mobile.
Buyers browse photo galleries like a story — start with the most eye-catching shot and flow naturally through the home.
Recommended order:
Tip: Realtor.com allows you to choose your featured image, so make sure it’s the one most likely to stop buyers from scrolling.
Don’t just show empty rooms — show how the space can be used. Add photos of:
Realtor.com allows you to add captions to your photos — an often-overlooked feature. Use this to:
📌 Related read: How to Add a Walkthrough Video to Your Zillow Listing
Pairing your optimized photo gallery with other media increases engagement and buyer confidence. Add:
Once your photo gallery is optimized, drive more buyers to it:
Realtor.com offers listing performance metrics. Track:
If a listing is underperforming, swap out the featured image or refresh the gallery with new photos.
An optimized Realtor.com photo gallery is one of the fastest, most cost-effective ways to boost listing engagement. With professional photos, thoughtful sequencing, captions, and a mix of media types, you’ll create an experience that keeps buyers clicking — and calling.
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