How quickly will I receive my photos after the shoot?

We guarantee 24-hour delivery on all standard photography packages, measured from shoot completion to gallery delivery. Photos are delivered via a private online gallery with high-resolution downloads — ready for MLS upload, Zillow, Realtor.com, and social media. Rush same-day delivery is available for time-sensitive listings for an additional fee. In practice, over 85% of galleries are delivered within 16 hours of shoot completion.

Are you FAA certified for drone photography in South Florida?

Yes. All Estate Shutter Florida drone pilots hold FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificates, which is legally required for all commercial drone photography in Florida. We carry full liability insurance and obtain the required FAA LAANC authorizations for controlled airspace near Miami International (MIA), Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL), and Palm Beach International (PBI) airports before every flight.

What areas of South Florida do you serve?

We serve all of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties with no travel fees. Primary markets include Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, Hollywood, Doral, Pompano Beach, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Weston, and 20+ additional cities. Travel to the Florida Keys and Naples area is available upon request.

Do I need to be present during the real estate photo shoot?

No — many of our shoots are coordinated directly with property managers or lockbox access. We recommend having someone present to handle access issues and highlight features the agent wants emphasized. We send a preparation checklist 24 hours before every shoot so sellers know exactly how to stage and prepare the property for optimal results.

Real Estate Photography Cost Key Biscayne | 2026 Pricing Guide

Florida Real Estate Photography — Miami, Orlando, Tampa & Fort Lauderdale

Estate Shutter Florida delivers professional HDR real estate photography, FAA-certified drone aerials, Zillow 3D virtual tours, AI virtual staging, and twilight photography for agents, brokers, and developers across South Florida (Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach) and Central Florida (Orange, Hillsborough, Osceola counties). Founded by Mike Brun — FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot, 8+ years experience, 2,000+ MLS listings photographed. Photos starting at $199 with guaranteed 24-hour delivery.

Real Estate Photography Services

HDR Real Estate Photography — from $199

Professional interior and exterior photography with 24-hour delivery. 25–50 fully edited photos. Sky replacement, color correction, object removal, and MLS-ready files included. Serving all of Florida.

FAA-Certified Drone Photography — from $199

Aerial photography and 4K video by FAA Part 107 certified pilots. Captures waterfront access, lot size, neighborhood context, and community amenities. Required airspace authorizations obtained before every flight.

Zillow 3D Virtual Tours — from $199

Interactive 3D walkthroughs for Zillow, Realtor.com, and MLS. Listings with Zillow 3D tours generate 40% more inquiries and earn the Zillow "3D Home" badge. Ideal for international and remote buyers.

AI Virtual Staging — from $7/photo

Transform empty rooms into furnished spaces using AI. 12 styles, results in ~15 minutes. Order online anytime without scheduling. Volume pricing: 1–5 photos $20, 6–10 photos $15, 11–15 photos $10, 16+ photos $7.

Twilight & Blue Hour Photography

Dramatic dusk exterior photography for luxury and waterfront listings. Particularly effective for oceanfront condos, Intracoastal estates, and high-rise penthouses with Miami or Fort Lauderdale skyline views.

Commercial Photography

Architectural, office, retail, and construction progress photography for developers, architects, and commercial brokers. Serving Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Naples, and Tampa.

Packages & Pricing

Transparent pricing — no hidden fees. 10% off for new clients. Pay only after approving your gallery.

Package	Price	Includes
Basic Photography	from $199	25–35 HDR photos, 24-hr delivery, sky replacement, object removal
Standard Package	from $349	Photos + drone aerials, 30–50 images, 4K drone stills & video
Pro Package	from $599	Photos + drone + Zillow 3D tour + twilight + floor plan
AI Virtual Staging	from $7/photo	Online ordering, 12 furniture styles, results in ~15 min, volume discounts

Package

Price

Includes

Basic Photography

from $199

25–35 HDR photos, 24-hr delivery, sky replacement, object removal

Standard Package

from $349

Photos + drone aerials, 30–50 images, 4K drone stills & video

Pro Package

from $599

Photos + drone + Zillow 3D tour + twilight + floor plan

AI Virtual Staging

from $7/photo

Online ordering, 12 furniture styles, results in ~15 min, volume discounts

Real Estate Photography FAQ — Florida

How much does real estate photography cost in Miami?

Packages start at $199 for 25–35 HDR photos with 24-hour delivery. Standard package (photos + drone) from $349. Pro package (photos + drone + Zillow 3D + twilight + floor plan) from $599. New clients get 10% off. Pay only after gallery approval.

How quickly will I receive my real estate photos?

We guarantee 24-hour delivery. Over 85% of galleries are delivered within 16 hours. Photos arrive via private online gallery with MLS-ready and high-resolution downloads. Rush same-day delivery available.

Are you FAA certified for drone photography in Florida?

Yes. All drone pilots hold FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificates — legally required for commercial drone photography in Florida. We carry full liability insurance and obtain FAA airspace authorizations near all major Florida airports (MIA, FLL, PBI, MCO, TPA) before every flight.

What areas of Florida do you serve?

All of Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties in South Florida, plus the Orlando metro (Orange, Osceola, Seminole counties) and Tampa Bay (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco counties) in Central Florida — 50+ cities statewide including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Orlando, Tampa, Windermere, Winter Park, and Lake Nona. No travel fees within each region.

What is a Zillow 3D virtual tour and why does it matter for Florida listings?

Zillow 3D creates a fully navigable 3D digital twin buyers can explore online from any device. It earns the Zillow "3D Home" badge and generates 40% more inquiries. Essential for Florida's international and remote buyers — particularly in South Florida's luxury markets and Central Florida's high-volume relocation markets.

About Estate Shutter Florida

Founded by Mike Brun, Estate Shutter Florida is Florida's premier real estate photography service, trusted by 550+ active realtors across South Florida and Central Florida. Mike holds an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, is a member of the Professional Real Estate Photographers Association (PREA), and is a Zillow Premier Partner. 8+ years of South Florida experience · 2,000+ MLS listings photographed.

Equipment: Sony α7R V · DJI Mavic 3 Pro (Hasselblad lens) · Zillow 3D Pro3 · Profoto B10X. Learn more →

'''For a standard real estate shoot in Key Biscayne, you can expect the cost to start around $199 for a basic package. The final price tag, however, really depends on the property itself and the specific marketing assets you need to sell it effectively, with most agents landing somewhere between $400 and $1,500 for a comprehensive package including aerials and video. It’s not just about pictures; it’s about creating a complete visual package that captures the unique value of a Key Biscayne property.

I’ve been shooting homes in South Florida for over six years, from Brickell high-rises to waterfront estates in Coral Gables, and I can tell you that Key Biscayne is its own animal. The light, the water, the sheer value packed into every square foot—it demands a higher level of quality. As an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot and Zillow Premier Partner, I’ve seen firsthand what works in this market and what falls flat. An agent who understands the real cost of photography isn’t just looking at an invoice; they’re looking at their days on market and final sale price.

What Actually Drives Photography Pricing in Key Biscayne?

When an agent calls me for a new listing on the island, the first question is always about price. It’s a fair question, but the answer is never just one number. The cost of professional real estate photography is a reflection of the time, equipment, and expertise required to do the job right.

Here’s a no-fluff breakdown of the factors that determine what you’ll actually pay.

1. Property Size and Complexity

This is the most straightforward factor. A 1,200-square-foot, two-bedroom condo in one of the older buildings is a different assignment than a 6,000-square-foot waterfront home in the Mashta Island neighborhood.

More Square Footage = More Time: A larger home requires more photos to cover every room, feature, and angle. It takes longer to walk, set up lighting, and compose shots. A shoot at a large Ocean Club residence might take me three or four hours on-site, not including the drone flight or a twilight session.
Complexity of the Space: Open floor plans, multi-level layouts, and extensive outdoor areas all add to the time and complexity. Capturing the flow of these spaces requires careful shot selection and often involves advanced techniques like bracketing and compositing, which I handle in post-production. My Sony α7R V is a beast, capturing incredible detail, but the raw material still needs to be perfected.

2. The Services in Your Package

The base price usually covers a set number of high-resolution, professionally edited photos. But in a competitive market like Key Biscayne, a basic package often isn’t enough. To stand out on the MLS, you need more. This is where photography packages come in, bundling services for better value.

I’ve built my packages based on what I’ve seen work for over 550 agents. Here’s a look at how the tiers typically break down:

Feature	Standard Package	Plus Package (Most Popular)	Luxury Package
Ideal For	Smaller condos, rentals	Typical single-family homes	Large estates, waterfront properties
HDR Photos	Up to 25	Up to 40	50+ (All-inclusive)
Drone Photos	Add-on	Yes (5-8 photos)	Yes (10-15 photos)
Video Walkthrough	Add-on	Add-on	Yes (2-3 minute cinematic)
3D Matterport Tour	Add-on	Add-on	Yes (Full Pro3 Scan)
Turnaround	24 Hours	24 Hours	24 Hours
Starting Price	$199	~$450	~$900+

This table gives you a ballpark. The exact specs and price can be tailored. An agent listing a penthouse at Grand Bay Residences might not need a huge number of photos but will absolutely need top-tier drone shots and a video that sells the view. We can customize for that.

3. Are You Adding Drone Photography?

For any property on an island, the answer should be yes. For Key Biscayne, it’s non-negotiable. Standard photos can’t show proximity to the beach, a private dock on the bay, or the view from the 15th floor. These are major selling points.

This is why I invested in becoming an FAA Part 107 certified pilot and use a top-of-the-line DJI Mavic 3 Pro. It’s not about just getting a camera in the air. It’s about understanding airspace regulations, liability, and how to capture the shots that sell. Quality drone photography services show:

The Property's Context: Is it steps from the beach? Does it have open-water access?
The Lot Size: Aerials are the best way to show the scale of the grounds, the pool, and the landscaping.
The View: This is a huge driver of value in Key Biscayne. A drone can capture the exact view from the master bedroom balcony or the rooftop terrace.

Because it involves specialized equipment, training, and insurance, drone photography adds to the overall cost, but the return is almost always worth it.

4. The Magic of a Twilight Shoot

If you want to stop a buyer scrolling through hundreds of listings, a twilight photo is how you do it. This single "money shot," usually of the front exterior or the back pool area, is captured during the 20-30 minute window after sunset.

Why does it cost more?

It’s a Separate Trip: I have to schedule my day around being at your Key Biscayne listing for that specific window of perfect light.
It’s Technically Difficult: The sky is getting dark, but the property needs to be bright and inviting. This requires a complex dance of camera settings and off-camera lighting. I use my Profoto B10X strobes to manually light the home’s exterior and interior, balancing it all against the ambient light of the sky.

The result is a warm, luxurious, and dramatic image that makes a property look like a resort. For high-end Key Biscayne homes, it’s a must-have.

5. Virtual Tours, Video, and Staging

We’re not just selling a house; we’re selling a lifestyle. And with so many out-of-town and international buyers looking at Key Biscayne, you have to bring the property to them. That’s where these services come in.

3D Virtual Tour Services: Using my Matterport Pro3 camera, I create a seamless 3D walkthrough that lets a buyer from New York or Buenos Aires "walk" through the entire property online. It’s the next best thing to being there. Zillow Research has shown that listings with 3D tours get more engagement and are saved more often by buyers.
Video Walkthrough Services: While a 3D tour is about exploration, a cinematic video is about emotion. It’s a 2-3 minute highlight reel set to music that tells the story of the home. It shows the lifestyle—the morning light hitting the kitchen, the breeze on the patio, the sunset view.
Virtual Staging Services: Is the property vacant? We can digitally add beautiful, modern furniture to the photos. It helps buyers visualize the potential of an empty space and is far more cost-effective than traditional staging, especially for a large Key Biscayne home.

These are not "nice to have" frills anymore. They are powerful tools, and while they add to the upfront photography cost, they directly contribute to a faster, more profitable sale.

The Real Cost of "Cheap" Photography

I get it. You’re looking at your marketing budget and thinking about where you can save a couple hundred dollars. I’ve seen agents hire their cousin with a new camera or find the cheapest person on Craigslist. In my experience, it almost always costs them more in the long run.

What does "cheap" look like on the MLS?

Bad Lighting: Dark rooms, blown-out windows showing no view, and weird color casts. My process involves multi-flash setups with my Profoto gear to ensure every room is bright, crisp, and true-to-life.
Poor Composition: Crooked lines, awkward angles, and photos that don’t show the flow of the home. I’ve shot over 2,000 listings; I know how to find the hero angle in every room.
Missed Details: No shots of the Sub-Zero fridge, the new hurricane-impact windows, or the clubhouse amenities.

Bad photos get you less engagement online. Less engagement means fewer showings. Fewer showings mean more days on market, which inevitably leads to price reductions. That $200 you saved on photography could cost your seller $20,000 off the asking price. It’s a terrible trade. Your reputation as an agent is also on the line with every listing you present.

My Advice for Key Biscayne Agents

View your photography budget not as a cost, but as your single most important marketing investment. The photos are the first thing a buyer sees and the last thing they look at before deciding to book a showing.

For a market as exclusive and visually stunning as Key Biscayne, cutting corners on the visuals is a mistake. You need a photographer who knows the island, has the right equipment, and has a proven track record. You need images, drone shots, and maybe a video that all scream "luxury" and justify the price tag of your listing.

If you’re ready to see what truly professional photography can do for your Key Biscayne listings, let’s talk. My team and I have a 24-hour turnaround time, and our packages are designed to give you the best possible assets to market your property effectively.

Check out our photography packages online, or call me directly at (786) 604-0823 to discuss your next listing. Let's book a shoot and get it sold.

'''

Frequently Asked Questions

How many photos do I need for my real estate listing in Key Biscayne?

For most properties in Key Biscayne, we recommend between 25-40 photos. A smaller condo may only need 25, while a large waterfront estate could require 50+ to capture all rooms, features, amenities, and drone views adequately.

Is drone photography really worth the extra cost in Key Biscayne?

Absolutely. For an island community like Key Biscayne, drone photography is essential. It's the only way to effectively showcase a property's proximity to the water, lot size, views, and community amenities—all of which are major drivers of value in this market.

What is a twilight real estate shoot and why is it more expensive?

A twilight shoot happens in the 20-30 minute window after sunset to create dramatic, high-end exterior shots. It costs more because it requires a separate visit to the property and involves complex, multi-flash lighting techniques to balance the dark sky with a brightly lit home.

How long does it take to get my photos back?

We offer a guaranteed 24-hour turnaround for all standard photo and drone packages. For larger projects involving video or virtual staging, the timeline may be slightly longer, which will be communicated upfront.

Can you photograph amenities at the Ocean Club or other Key Biscayne condos?

Yes. As part of the shoot, and with proper permissions, we can photograph key building amenities like the pool, beach club, tennis courts, and lobby. These shots are crucial for selling the complete lifestyle of a condo or private community.