The complete 2025 guide for modern property managers and leasing pros
Gone are the days of scheduling back-to-back physical tours for every interested renter. With virtual showings, you can now let prospects explore a property on their own time — saving your team time, reducing no-shows, and dramatically increasing lead-to-lease conversions. 🚀
If you’re using AppFolio to manage your listings, integrating virtual showings is easier than ever.
Benefits of virtual showings in AppFolio:
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📊 Boost Leasing with AppFolio Virtual Tour Integration
Before you begin setting up virtual showings, make sure you have:
✅ A virtual tour (360° or AI-powered video)
✅ A shareable URL or iframe embed code
✅ AppFolio login access with editing permissions
You don’t need to be a tech wizard to create stunning virtual experiences. These platforms make it simple:
Want to convert regular photos into dynamic video content?
📽️ From Static to Cinematic: Transforming Property Photos With AI
Let’s walk through the full process to add a virtual showing to your listing:
Choose a tool (e.g., CloudPano or PhotoAIVideo) and export:
Need help uploading your first tour?
📘 How to Upload a 3D Virtual Tour to AppFolio Listings
In the HTML view of the editor:
<a href="https://yourtour.com/view" target="_blank">👀 Take a Virtual Showing Now</a>
Want to speed this up? Use:
📹 AppFolio Virtual Tour Tutorial: Upload 3D Tours in Minutes
Need a simpler layout?
📲 Easy 3D Tour Integration: Upload Your Virtual Tour to AppFolio
Even the best tours won’t convert unless you present them properly. Use these best practices:
Grab attention right away by placing the tour just after your property headline.
Use engaging copy like:
👉 “Walk through this property right now with our 360° tour!”
Allow renters to book a showing directly after viewing the tour.
Bundle these features with:
🖼️ Pictastic.ai – Branded Media Hubs
Here’s what property managers are seeing after adding virtual tours:
Dive deeper into ROI:
📈 AI vs. Traditional Video Editing: Cost, Time, and ROI Breakdown
You can automate your virtual showings using PhotoAIVideo:
Use this content workflow:
📅 The Weekly AI Video Content Plan (Template + Tools)
Virtual showings aren't just a bonus—they're becoming the standard for modern leasing. With AppFolio and a few simple tools, you can:
✅ Reduce workload
✅ Close leases faster
✅ Attract higher-quality leads
✅ Improve renter experience
So what are you waiting for? Start setting up virtual showings in AppFolio today and turn more clicks into contracts. 📝✨
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