How Much Does Real Estate Photography Cost in Los Angeles? (2026 Pricing Guide)
Updated: 3 days ago
If you're an agent, broker, or developer preparing to list a property in Los Angeles, one of the first questions you'll ask is simple: what does professional real estate photography actually cost? The answer depends on square footage, the type of media you need, and how competitive your listing needs to look. Here's a clear breakdown.
What Affects Real Estate Photography Pricing in LA
Three factors drive most of the cost:
Property size. Larger homes take longer to shoot and require more images to fully represent the space.
Media type. Stills alone cost less than a package that includes video, drone, or a 360 virtual tour.
Add-ons. Twilight photography, aerial drone coverage, and virtual tours are typically priced as add-ons layered onto a base package.
Typical Real Estate Photography Packages in Los Angeles
Essential (photos only) starts at $224 for homes up to 1,200 sq ft, $264 for 1,201–2,000 sq ft and $344 for 2,001–4,000 sq ft. It includes interior and exterior photography with next-day delivery, sized for MLS and web use.
Premium (photos + video) is $544 for homes up to 2,000 sq ft and $644 for 2,001–4,000 sq ft. It includes a 60–90 second walkthrough video, a vertical social media clip and a basic agent branding intro/outro, ideal for standard listings that need to stand out on Instagram and Zillow alike.
Luxury (photos + video + drone) is $794 for homes up to 3,000 sq ft and $994 for 3,001–5,000 sq ft. It adds cinematic video and drone coverage for higher-end or competitive listings, where the marketing needs to match the price point. Homes over 5,000 sq ft get a custom quote.
Common Add-Ons and Their Cost
Drone photos: $175
Twilight shoot: $250
360° virtual tour: $175 up to 1,200 sq ft, $225 for 1,201–2,000 sq ft, $295 for 2,001–4,000 sq ft and $375 for 4,001–5,000 sq ft
Do You Really Need Video or Drone Photography?
Not every listing needs every service. A smaller condo in Burbank might do perfectly well with a strong photo-only package, while a hillside estate in Pasadena or a luxury property in Hollywood Hills often benefits from drone coverage to show lot size, views, and surrounding context that stills alone can't capture. Twilight photography, in particular, tends to make the biggest visual impact on higher-end listings where curb appeal and lighting are part of the story.
Price is only part of the decision. Our guide on how to choose a real estate photographer in Los Angeles lists the questions to ask before you book, and our posts on drone, twilight and video walkthroughs explain when each add-on is worth it.
Getting the Right Package for Your Listing
Want an exact number? Enter the home's square footage in the price calculator on our Prices page and it totals your package and add-ons instantly.
The right package comes down to your listing's price point and how competitive your local market is. A starter home in a fast-moving neighborhood may only need clean, fast photos. A luxury listing competing for buyer attention benefits from the full package — photography, video, drone, and a virtual tour working together.
Pro Estate Media serves Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Bernardino County, with next-day delivery on every package. Request a quote to get exact pricing for your next listing.
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