How Much Does Real Estate Video Cost in Miami

Ask three Miami real estate videographers for a quote on the same listing and you will get three numbers that look unrelated. One says $250. One says $1,800. One says $6,000. All three are telling the truth, because they are pricing three different products. The cheapest option is usually a quick walkthrough with a phone gimbal. The most expensive is a cinematic property film with drone, twilight exteriors, and a director on set. The question is not what real estate video costs. The question is which kind your listing actually needs.

We will lay out honest price ranges for South Florida, explain what drives each tier, and show where the money is best spent. Our team at Live Global Studios produces property films from Brickell condos to Pinecrest estates, and the pricing logic below reflects how projects really scope.

Tier one: the standard listing video

A basic walkthrough for a condo or modest home typically runs from $400 to $1,200 in the Miami market. You get a single camera, natural light, a horizontal video of two to three minutes, and sometimes a vertical cut. It works for rentals, mid-market listings, and agents who need volume. It does not create desire, and it rarely stands apart from other listings on the same page.

Tier two: the agent-led property tour

This tier adds the agent on camera, better audio, stabilized movement, and a short-form vertical edit built for Instagram and TikTok. Expect $1,200 to $3,000. The agent becomes part of the story, which helps with personal branding and listing presentations. For a condo in Edgewater or a townhouse in Coconut Grove, this level often delivers the best return, because the video sells the lifestyle and the agent at the same time.

Tier three: the cinematic property film

This is where cost rises, and where results separate. A cinematic film uses a director, a director of photography, an audio engineer, and a producer. It includes planned shot lists, gimbal and slider movement, drone coverage, twilight exteriors, color grading, sound design, and licensed music. Expect $3,500 to $9,000 for a luxury home or high-rise residence, and $8,000 to $20,000 or more for waterfront estates, multi-structure properties, or listings above $10 million.

At this tier, the film is not a tour. It is a story about how a person lives in the space. Wide shots of Biscayne Bay at golden hour, a slow push through a double-height living room, the way afternoon light moves across terrazzo floors in Coral Gables. Buyers at this level are shopping for a life, not square footage.

What drives the price

Several factors move the quote. Property size and number of rooms affect shooting time. Drone work requires FAA Part 107 certified pilots and flight planning, and some Miami airspace needs extra coordination. Twilight shoots need precise timing and extra lighting. Talent, whether the agent alone or hired actors for lifestyle scenes, adds casting and direction time. Turnaround also matters. Rush delivery in 48 hours costs more than a standard seven to ten day schedule.

Add-ons that change value include a 3D tour, a neighborhood film, bilingual versions in English and Spanish, and a set of social cutdowns. For international buyers, a Spanish version often matters more than another drone shot.

Where the money is best spent

Not every listing needs a full cinematic treatment. We usually recommend a simple rule. If the listing price is under $750,000, tier one or two usually makes sense. Between $750,000 and $3 million, tier two or a lean tier three is worth considering. Above $3 million, a cinematic film is part of the marketing plan, since the video becomes the first impression for buyers who may never visit in person before making an offer.

Spending more on the film also pays off when the property is hard to sell. Unusual layouts, difficult locations, and properties with a strong story all benefit from direction and editing that shape how the buyer feels.

Packages for agents and developers

Agents who list several properties a year save money with a package. A retainer with two to four shoots per month can bring per-property cost down by 15 to 30 percent and add consistent short-form content. Developers and brokerages can build custom rates for new construction, model units, and long-term campaigns.

If you want interior footage styled for a pre-construction unit or a staged vignette, The Chat Room, our Miami Beach studio with four sets, can be used for set builds and agent content. Every booking includes a director, DP, audio engineer, and producer, so the quality does not depend on which person happens to show up.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a real estate video cost in Miami?

Most projects range from $400 for a basic walkthrough to $20,000 or more for a large cinematic film. A typical agent-led tour lands between $1,200 and $3,000.

Is drone footage included?

Drone coverage is usually an add-on at lower tiers and included at the cinematic tier. Our pilots hold FAA Part 107 certification.

How long does delivery take?

Standard delivery is seven to ten days. Rush options of 48 to 72 hours are available for an added fee.

Can you create social media versions?

Yes. We cut vertical clips for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts as part of most packages.

If you want a clear quote for your next listing, start the conversation on our Connect page.