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Multi-Family Real Estate Photography

DroneVideos.com is FAA certified and fully insured, photographing multi-family properties across all 50 US states. Our CEO reviews every project before delivery. From garden-style apartment communities to high-rise towers, we deliver consistent professional imagery that supports leasing, acquisition, and investor marketing. Start your order here.

Multi-family real estate is one of the most actively traded commercial property types in the United States. Buyers, lenders, and equity partners depend on professional aerial and ground photography to evaluate building condition, unit density, parking ratios, amenity areas, and overall site organization before scheduling a property tour.

Aerial photography captures what ground-level shots cannot: full community layouts, building footprints relative to surrounding neighborhoods, proximity to employment centers, and the relationship between residential buildings, amenity spaces, and parking fields. Whether you are marketing a 50-unit garden complex or a 500-unit urban tower, our photography delivers the clarity investors and tenants expect.

Garden-style apartment community coverage
Mid-rise and high-rise tower photography
Student housing and senior living communities
Luxury and workforce housing documentation
Amenity area and clubhouse ground coverage
Photos in 3 business days, video in 5
Flat-rate pricing, all 50 states, zero travel fees
CEO reviews every project before delivery

Multi-Family Property Type

Garden-Style Apartment Communities

Low-Rise Residential Layouts

Garden-style apartment communities are among the most common and actively traded multi-family property types nationwide. Aerial photography captures the full community layout, building spacing, parking fields, and amenity areas in a single comprehensive image.

Ground photography documents building exteriors, leasing office entrances, pool areas, landscaping quality, and signage. We frame each property to show surrounding residential density and transportation access.

Aerial view of garden-style apartment complex with terra cotta tile roofs and mountain backdrop

Two-story white brick garden-style apartment buildings in wooded suburban setting

Wide aerial view of suburban apartment complex near highway interchange with parking and green space

Two-story brick garden-style walk-up apartment building with French doors and balconies

We have photographed:Garden-Style ApartmentsSuburban CommunitiesClass A ApartmentsClass B Value-AddStabilized CommunitiesLease-Up Properties

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Multi-Family Property Type

Mid-Rise Apartment Buildings

Efficient Urban Density

Mid-rise apartment buildings typically range from four to eight stories and occupy transitional zones between suburban and urban markets. Aerial photography captures building height, facade condition, structured parking, and the surrounding neighborhood context that drives tenant demand.

Ground photography highlights lobby entrances, retail components on lower floors, landscaping, and pedestrian access. Aerial imagery communicates the building’s position within the submarket and its relationship to transit, dining, and employment centers.

Four-story urban infill apartment building with painted brick exterior and high-rise skyline backdrop

Ground-level photography of urban mid-rise apartment building with ground-floor retail in New York City

Historic brick warehouse converted to apartments amid modern multi-family infill development

Seven-story historic brick loft apartment building with green ornamental detailing in urban downtown

We have photographed:Mid-Rise Apartments4-8 Story BuildingsUrban InfillTransit-OrientedMixed-Use ResidentialPodium Construction

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Multi-Family Property Type

High-Rise Apartment Towers

Vertical Urban Living and Luxury High-Rise

High-rise apartment buildings require specialized aerial photography to capture building height, facade condition, rooftop amenities, and the surrounding urban skyline. Drone photography at multiple altitudes documents everything from street-level retail to skyline positioning.

Many high-rise apartment buildings are luxury communities that command premium rents through architectural design, high-end finishes, and resort-style amenity packages. Twilight photography is especially effective for these properties, capturing illuminated pool decks, outdoor lounges, and the evening skyline ambiance that resonates with prospective residents and investors. Ground photography highlights lobby entrances, parking garage access, and pedestrian streetscape.

Ground-level photography of luxury high-rise apartment tower with glass facade in urban setting

Twilight aerial drone photography of luxury high-rise apartment tower with illuminated city lights

Modern glass-clad luxury high-rise apartment tower in dense urban Manhattan setting

We have photographed:High-Rise TowersLuxury High-RiseClass A+ CommunitiesUrban ApartmentsDoorman BuildingsPenthouse PropertiesResort-Style AmenitiesSkyline Views

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Multi-Family Property Type

Workforce and Affordable Housing

Essential Residential Communities

Workforce and affordable housing communities serve essential segments of the rental market and are actively acquired by institutional investors, housing authorities, and mission-driven operators. Aerial photography documents community density, building condition, parking adequacy, and site accessibility.

Ground photography captures building exteriors, common areas, and overall property condition. For affordable housing investors, consistent visual documentation supports LIHTC compliance reviews, lender packages, and disposition marketing.

Aerial drone photography of garden-style apartment community with playground and green courtyard

Aerial drone photography of urban mid-rise apartment building with balconies in dense neighborhood

Aerial of single-story workforce rental community with pond and wooded setting

We have photographed:Workforce HousingAffordable HousingLIHTC PropertiesSection 8 HousingRent-StabilizedPublic Housing

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Multi-Family Property Type

Senior Housing and Independent Living

Active Adult Communities

Senior housing and independent living communities require photography that highlights accessibility, walkable campus layouts, medical facility proximity, and the lifestyle amenities that attract residents. Aerial photography captures the full community and its relationship to nearby healthcare and retail services.

Ground photography documents accessible entrances, walking paths, gardens, community rooms, and dining facilities. For senior living investors and operators, professional imagery supports marketing to prospective residents and their families.

High-altitude aerial view of coastal apartment community with lake and highway access

Aerial drone photography of senior living community with Mediterranean architecture and courtyard pergola

We have photographed:Senior LivingIndependent LivingActive Adult 55+Assisted LivingMemory CareContinuing Care

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Multi-Family Property Type

Build-to-Rent and Single-Family Rental Communities

Horizontal Rental Neighborhoods

Build-to-rent and single-family rental communities are a fast-growing segment of multi-family investment. Aerial photography captures community-wide layouts, streetscapes, amenity centers, and the neighborhood-style design that differentiates BTR from traditional apartments.

Ground photography documents individual home exteriors, community entrances, pocket parks, and shared amenity spaces. For BTR developers and investors, aerial imagery communicates the scale and curb appeal of the community.

Ground-level photography of three-story suburban apartment building with brick accent and parking

Ground-level photography of suburban apartment community gated entrance with landscaped drive

Modern two-story townhouse-style rental community with red metal roofs in Rocky Mountain setting

Aerial view of build-to-rent townhouse community with shared parking and adjacent senior living

We have photographed:Build-to-RentSingle-Family RentalHorizontal Multi-FamilyBTR CommunitiesRental NeighborhoodsSFR Portfolios

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How It Works: Choose Your Package

Every multi-family property shoot starts with choosing the right package. Photos only, or photos combined with video. Both are delivered within days, with flat-rate pricing and zero travel fees.

Option 1

Photos Only Package

Starting at $350

High-resolution photos covering your property from every angle. This includes Ground Photos, Roof Height Photos, 100ft Photos, 400ft Photos, and Eagle Eye (pointing straight down).

What your photos will include:

Ground photo sample

Ground Photos

Roof height photo sample

Roof Height Photos

100ft photo sample

100ft Photos

400ft photo sample

400ft Photos

Eagle eye photo sample

Eagle Eye Photos

Additional angle sample

From All Angles

Professional photo editing included
Blue sky replacements on all photos
1 free Virtual Twilight with all orders
Free hosted galleries included

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Option 2

Video + Photos Package

Starting at $700 for Photos + 4K Video

Everything in the photos package, plus a professionally edited 4K drone video with property branding, royalty-free music, and digital property outline overlays on high-elevation shots.

Everything in photos package:

Ground photo sample

Roof height photo sample

100ft photo sample

400ft photo sample

Eagle eye photo sample

From all angles sample

Plus video:

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Replace with multi-family property drone video

Receive a full cinematic video of your property

4K drone video, professionally edited
Royalty-free music included on all videos
Digital property outline overlays
Branded and unbranded versions

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Optional Add-Ons for Multi-Family Photography

Every package can be customized at checkout. Add only what you need.

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Interior Photos

From +$200

10, 20, or 40 interior photos of model units, lobbies, and amenity spaces.

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Interior Video

+$550

Cinematic walkthrough video of interior spaces and common areas.

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Virtual Timelapse

+$25

Virtual “Day to Night” timelapse effect applied to your exterior photo. View samples

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360 Panoramic

From +$200

Interactive 360-degree panoramic with clickable callout points. View samples

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CRE Virtual Staging

+$50 per photo

Digitally furnish vacant spaces. Requires interior photos.
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Interactive Orthomosaic

+$150

Aerial map with street map overlay. Ideal for large properties and campuses. View samples

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Surrounding Area Photos

+$200

Up to 4 aerial photos of landmarks or traffic generators within 1 mile.

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Rush Photo Delivery

+$100

Photos in 1 business day. Video rush delivery also available at +$200.

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3 Things Every Multi-Family Photography Package Receives, Free

Every commercial real estate photography package includes these three features at no extra cost. No upgrades needed, no extra charges.

Virtual Twilight

FREE with Every Package

Our “Virtual Twilight” turns DAY into DUSK, delivering dynamic, vibrant skies with full illumination for all lights, signage, and building details. Transforms any daytime photo into a vivid dusk scene that makes your property stand out in any listing or marketing package.

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Blue Sky Replacement

FREE on Every Photo

Applied to every single photo in your package. Dark, gloomy, or overcast skies are carefully replaced with bright, natural-looking blue skies that completely change the tone of a photo. Included free on every order we deliver.

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Hosted Property Gallery

FREE – Optional to Share

Every order includes a free hosted property gallery. One branded version with your logo and contact info, one unbranded version that is 100% MLS compliant. These pages are completely optional. You can always download the high-resolution photos and video directly.

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Multi-Family Photography Pricing

Flat-rate pricing nationwide. Same cost whether you are in Manhattan or rural Montana. No travel fees. Instant online ordering.

Photos Only

$350

20 High-Resolution Photos
Ground and Aerial

Professional editing included
Blue sky replacement included
1 free Virtual Twilight
Free hosted gallery included

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Photos Only – Most Popular

$450

40 High-Resolution Photos
Ground and Aerial

Professional editing included
Blue sky replacement included
1 free Virtual Twilight
Free hosted gallery included

Order This Package

Video + Photos

$700

4K Drone Video + 20 Photos

Editing and branding included
Royalty-free music included
Property outline overlays
Branded and unbranded versions

Order This Package

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Why Choose DroneVideos.com for Multi-Family Photography?

DroneVideos.com is a commercial real estate photography and videography company serving brokers, developers, owners, and operators nationwide. We are FAA certified and fully insured. Our CEO reviews every project before delivery to ensure it is 100% perfect.

FAA certified and fully insured on every shoot
All 50 states covered, zero travel fees
Photos in 3 business days, video in 5
Blue sky replacement on every photo, free
1 free Virtual Twilight with every package
Branded and unbranded MLS-compliant versions
Free hosted gallery with every order
Full copyright ownership on all deliverables
You do not need to be present
100% money-back guarantee and 24/7 support

Separate Service

AI Property Showcase: No On-Site Visit Required

This is a completely separate product from our on-site photography packages above. No photographer visit, no drone shoot, no scheduling needed.

Need a marketing video without scheduling a shoot? Our AI Property Showcase delivers a fully virtual, narrated property video for any multi-family property listing, with no on-site work required. Just send us a property flyer, offering memorandum, or existing listing link and we handle everything.

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100% Virtual. No Scheduling Required

Eliminate on-site shoots entirely. The AI Property Showcase uses advanced virtual mapping to create aerial footage, surrounding points of interest, and detailed property visuals.

Professional Voiceover Included

Every video includes a professional voiceover created in-house. No script required from you. Narration highlights property details, nearby amenities, traffic routes, and demographics.

Works for Any Property Type

Apartments, condos, townhomes, student housing, senior living, and every other multi-family format: the AI Property Showcase works for any commercial asset class.

Scalable for Portfolios

Our virtual solution scales effortlessly. No pilot scheduling, no weather delays, no travel. Order an entire portfolio from your desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Browse answers to our FAQs below, or reach out to us at 1-800-303-1783 or visit our Contact Us page.

What types of multi-family properties do you photograph?

We photograph garden-style apartments, mid-rise buildings, high-rise towers, student housing, senior living communities, workforce housing, luxury apartments, build-to-rent communities, and mixed-use residential developments across all 50 states.

How many photos do you recommend for a multi-family property?

For most apartment communities, a 40-photo package provides thorough coverage. For larger communities exceeding 200 units, a 60 to 80-photo package or combined video package is recommended.

Can you capture amenity areas like pools, fitness centers, and clubhouses?

Yes. Exterior amenity areas are included in your standard package. Interior photos of fitness centers, clubhouses, and model units are available as an add-on starting at $200.

Can you photograph a portfolio of apartment communities across multiple markets?

Yes. We operate nationwide with consistent pricing and standardized shot lists across all markets.

Is twilight photography available for apartment communities?

Yes. One Virtual Twilight is included free with every package. It is particularly effective for luxury communities and lease-up properties.

Do I need to be present during the shoot?

No. Provide a point of contact and any special instructions when you order and our team handles everything from scheduling through delivery.

Are you FAA certified and insured?

Yes. Here at DroneVideos.com we are FAA Part 107 certified and fully insured. We handle all airspace authorizations and FAA waivers at no extra cost to you.