If you’re selling a home or listing a property in 2025, investing in professional real estate photography is no longer optional — it’s essential. According to industry experts, high-quality photos can significantly increase buyer interest and speed up sales.
But what should you expect to pay? In this article we’ll break down typical pricing in today’s market, explain what influences cost, and help you choose the right package for your listing.
Typical Real Estate Photography Costs in 2025
Pricing depends on property size, type of photography (daytime, twilight, drone, video), and services included. Here are typical ranges (in AUD) used by many studios in 2025.
| Service / Package Type | Typical Price Range |
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| Standard daytime photos (basic package) | ≈ $250 – $350+ |
| Twilight / dusk photography | ≈ $220 – $450+ |
| Drone / aerial photos (as add‑on) | ≈ $100 – $250+(varies by property) |
| Video walkthrough / virtual tour add‑on | ≈ $250 – $600+ depending on length and features |
For many Melbourne properties, a standard daytime shoot (interior + exterior) for a small‑to‑medium home falls around AUD $250-350.
Why Prices Vary — Key Factors Influencing Cost
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Size & Type of Property — Larger homes or luxury properties require more photos and take longer.
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Services Included — Extras like drone photos, twilight shots, video walkthroughs, floor plans or virtual tours will add to cost.
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Time & Complexity — A simple 1‑hour shoot (10–15 photos) is cheaper than a multi‑hour shoot with extensive editing, staging or retouching.
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Professionalism and Quality — Experienced photographers with good equipment and editing skills charge more, but deliver better results — which often pays off in quicker sales & higher buyer interest.
What’s Usually Included in a Basic Package
A standard real estate photography package (at the lower end of the price range) will commonly include:
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Interior and exterior still photographs (daytime, well-lit)
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Basic editing (colour correction, exposure)
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Digital delivery (high‑res images for listing and marketing)
Upgrades or add-ons (drone photos, twilight, floor plans, video, virtual staging) are optional but often recommended — especially for competitive markets or higher-end properties.
How to Choose the Right Package for Your Property
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Small apartment or budget listing → Basic daytime photos should be enough.
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Family home or medium-sized house → Consider standard package + a few additional photos for rooms, garden or exterior.
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Premium listing / large home / property in scenic area → Invest in drone or twilight photography, or even a video walkthrough — these give buyers a better feel of space, land, light and location.
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Listings needing remote buyers or online marketing (e.g. Airbnb, overseas buyers) → Video tours or virtual tours + aerial shots add real value.
Why Professional Photos Are Worth It
A well-executed real estate shoot can:
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Make listings stand out from the competition (first impressions matter)
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Attract more online clicks, more enquiries — leading to faster sale or better offers
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Present the property accurately — making sure lighting, angles, space and details appeal to buyers
We provide Real Estate Photography and Videography at an affordable price to Real Estate Agencies.
If you’re selling a typical small/medium home in Melbourne: expect to budget around AUD $250–350 for basic photos.
If you want extras — like drone shots, twilight, video, or premium editing — aim for a total around AUD $350–600+ depending on what you need.
For higher‑end properties — or if you want every advantage — the return on investment is often worth it.
Ready to Book? Choose Wisely.
When you hire a professional service like Rokitup Media, you’re not just paying for photos — you’re investing in quality, presentation, and results.