Real Estate Aerial Photography Service
Provide drone photography and video for real estate listings
Overview
Real estate drone photographers charge $150-$500 per property.
Shooting 60-200 properties monthly generates $100,000-$600,000 annually with 70-85% margins.
In 2025, aerial photos essential for premium real estate marketing.
Services include exterior aerial photography ($150-$300), aerial video tours ($200-$500), twilight aerial shoots ($250-$400), construction progress documentation ($300-$800), land and acreage photography ($200-$600), and photo/video editing and delivery.
Successful photographers deliver fast turnaround (24-48 hours), provide professional editing, understand real estate marketing needs, maintain FAA Part 107 certification, and build realtor relationships.
Real estate agents and brokers as clients.
Marketing through MLS networks, realtor associations, real estate offices, and social media showcasing aerial work.
Required Skills
- Drone Piloting
- FAA Part 107 Certification
- Photography/Videography
- Photo Editing
- Real Estate Knowledge
- Client Relations
Pros and Cons
Pros
- High demand from real estate agents
- Recurring client relationships
- Low overhead business
- High profit margins
- Can scale with volume
Cons
- Weather-dependent operations
- Competitive market in cities
- Need FAA certification
- Equipment investment required
- Seasonal slowdowns possible
How to Get Started
- Get FAA Part 107 drone pilot license
- Purchase professional drone equipment
- Build aerial photography portfolio
- Market to real estate agents and brokers
- Provide fast turnaround aerial shoots
- Deliver professionally edited photos/videos
- Build recurring realtor client base
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