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Matterport 3D virtual tours in DC, Virginia & Maryland
Engage potential buyers like never before with immersive, interactive Matterport 3D tours. Let them explore every room at their own pace — from anywhere, on any device.
Average 6-min viewing time · 24/7 open house
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The impact of virtual tours
In today's competitive real estate market, 3D virtual tours give your listings the edge they need. Potential buyers can explore properties at their own pace, from the comfort of their homes, increasing engagement and interest.
Increased Buyer Engagement
Buyers spend more time exploring listings with 3D tours, leading to higher interest and quicker decisions.
Enhanced Online Presence
Stand out from the competition with interactive tours that attract more views and shares across platforms.
Faster Sales
Complete property understanding leads to faster buyer decisions. Listings with virtual tours often sell faster and at higher prices.
Why Photos Alone Don't Cut It Anymore
Buyers today want more than static images. Even great HDR photography can't convey the flow, scale, and spatial layout of a home. Buyers want to experience a property before they visit.
- Buyers want to "walk through" remotely. A 3D tour gives them the ability to explore every room, hallway, and corner — as if they were physically there.
- Out-of-town buyers need virtual access. Relocation buyers and investors often make decisions based on virtual tours alone — especially in competitive markets like DC, Virginia, and Maryland.
- Listings without 3D tours get overlooked. Studies show properties with virtual tours receive 118% more views and significantly higher engagement than those without.
If your listings aren't offering 3D tours, you're losing buyer attention and seller confidence.
Immersive Matterport Tours That Sell the Experience
Our Matterport 3D tours don't just show a property — they let buyers live inside it virtually. With 360-degree navigation, dollhouse views, and interactive floor plans, buyers get a complete understanding of the space before scheduling a visit.
Each tour is professionally captured with the latest Matterport technology, ensuring crisp detail, smooth navigation, and fast loading across all devices. Pair with drone photography and cinematic video for a complete listing marketing package.
Listing on Zillow? As of October 2025, Matterport no longer embeds in the Zillow gallery — Zillow requires a native 3D Home tour for its Showcase and standalone 3D tour formats. See our Zillow Showcase & 3D Home tour service for Zillow-compliant tours. Matterport remains the premium choice for your brokerage website, MLS virtual tour field, and luxury property marketing.
Serving real estate agents across Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, McLean, Bethesda, Silver Spring, Rockville, and the entire DMV region.
Explore a Live 3D Tour
Navigate through this Matterport tour of a luxury new construction in Bethesda, MD to experience the immersive walkthrough, dollhouse view, and floor plan features firsthand.
Key features of our 3D virtual tours
Every Matterport tour includes powerful interactive features that give buyers a complete understanding of the property.
Immersive 360° Experience
Give buyers a virtual walkthrough with 360-degree views that make them feel like they're really there. Navigate room to room with smooth transitions.
Dollhouse View
Offer a unique 3D perspective that allows buyers to see the entire property layout from above — understanding room sizes, flow, and spatial relationships at a glance.
Guided Highlight Reel
Show off your property's best features with a guided tour that automatically leads buyers through key rooms and standout spaces.
Floor Plan View
Buyers can see the property's layout in 2D while navigating in 3D, giving them a complete understanding of the space and how rooms connect.
How It Works
From booking to a live 3D tour — a simple, proven process.
Book & Prepare
Choose your tour package online. We'll confirm the details and schedule your scan. We recommend decluttering and ensuring proper lighting for the best results.
We Scan
Our technician arrives on-site with professional Matterport cameras, capturing the space in a series of 360° images. Scanning a standard home takes 1–2 hours.
Tour Goes Live
The 360° images are stitched together into a seamless interactive tour. Your tour is ready for viewing within 24 hours — complete with an embed code for your website, MLS, and social media.
3D Virtual Tour Pricing
Transparent pricing based on property size. All tours include 360° walkthrough, dollhouse view, floor plan view, highlight reel, and an embed code.
Up to 5,000 sq ft $199 Perfect for apartments, condos, and standard homes
5,000–7,500 sq ft $305 Ideal for larger single-family homes
7,500–10,000 sq ft $349 For luxury estates and larger properties
10,000+ sq ft $599 For commercial spaces and grand estates
What's included
- Full Matterport 3D tour
- 360° walkthrough navigation
- Dollhouse & floor plan views
- Guided highlight reel
- Embed code for website & MLS
- Mobile & VR compatible
- Delivered within 24 hours
What Our Clients Say
Hear from agents who use our 3D virtual tours to sell properties faster.
UMEDIA continues to stand out as one of the best. Stunning photography, detailed floor plans, and a seamless 3D virtual tour — their results exceeded expectations.
Nikita and his team are my go-to photographers. One home he photographed looked so good that we had three offers, site unseen, the day before we went live — just based on the photos!
My client and I were thoroughly impressed with photography, floor plans, and virtual staging. Multiple offers first day on market — I am certain the photography had a lot to do with this!
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our Matterport 3D virtual tour services.
What is a Matterport 3D Virtual Tour?
A Matterport 3D Virtual Tour is an interactive digital twin of a property that allows users to navigate through the space as if they were physically there. Using Matterport's professional-grade cameras, we capture hundreds of 360° images that are stitched together into a seamless, walkable experience. Each tour includes a dollhouse view showing the entire property in miniature 3D, interactive floor plans, a guided highlight reel, and built-in measurement tools. Tours are accessible via any web browser on desktop, tablet, mobile, or VR headset — no app download required.
How can a 3D Virtual Tour benefit my property listing?
A 3D Virtual Tour significantly enhances your property's appeal and keeps buyers engaged longer on the listing page. Studies show that listings with virtual tours receive 118% more views, generate more qualified leads, and often sell faster than those with photos alone. Buyers get a complete understanding of the property's layout, flow, and spatial relationships before visiting in person — which means fewer casual showings and more serious offers. When paired with professional HDR photography and cinematic video, a 3D tour creates a comprehensive marketing package that sets your listing apart from the competition.
How does the Matterport process work?
We schedule an on-site scan at your convenience. Our technician arrives with professional Matterport cameras and systematically captures the space in a series of 360° images — room by room, corner by corner. These images are then processed and stitched together in the cloud to create a seamless, interactive virtual tour. The entire on-site scanning process takes 1–2 hours for a standard home (2–3 hours for larger properties). The finished tour is typically ready for viewing within 24 hours, complete with an embed code you can add to your website, MLS listing, or property website.
What kind of properties can benefit from a 3D tour?
Virtually any property can benefit from a Matterport 3D Virtual Tour. Residential homes, luxury estates, condos, townhouses, commercial spaces, retail locations, rental properties, and new construction all see significant returns. 3D tours are especially valuable for luxury listings where buyers expect premium marketing, relocation buyers who can't visit in person, investment properties where layout matters, and properties with unique floor plans where understanding the flow between spaces is critical. Many agents combine 3D tours with drone photography to showcase both the interior and surrounding area.
How long does scanning take?
Scanning time depends on property size and complexity. A standard home (up to 3,000 sq ft) typically takes 1–1.5 hours. Larger homes (3,000–5,000 sq ft) take about 1.5–2 hours. Properties over 5,000 sq ft or commercial spaces may take 2–3 hours. Multi-level homes and properties with many rooms take longer than open-concept layouts. After scanning, the tour is processed in the cloud and delivered within 24 hours — ready to embed on your listing.
Do I need to prepare my property for the scan?
Yes, property preparation makes a significant difference in tour quality. We recommend decluttering countertops and surfaces, opening all blinds and curtains for natural light, turning on all interior lights, closing toilet lids, and making beds. Remove personal items like family photos if preferred. Think of it like preparing for a professional photo shoot — a clean, well-lit space produces the best results. Our team can provide a detailed preparation checklist when you book.
Are virtual tours compatible with mobile devices?
Absolutely. Our Matterport 3D Virtual Tours are fully responsive and optimized for all devices — desktop computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones. The tours load quickly on mobile networks and support touch-based navigation for intuitive exploration. They also work with VR headsets (like Meta Quest) for a fully immersive walkthrough experience. No special app or plugin is required — buyers simply click a link or interact with the embedded tour directly on your listing page.
How do I integrate the virtual tour into my listing?
We provide an easy-to-use embed code (iframe) that you can add directly to your website, MLS listing, or social media pages. The tour can also be shared via a direct link — perfect for email campaigns, text messages, or social posts. It's compatible with all major MLS platforms, Realtor.com, and real estate websites. For the best presentation, consider hosting the tour on a dedicated single-property website alongside your photos, video, and floor plans.
Does Matterport work for Zillow Showcase or Zillow 3D tours?
No — not as of October 2025. Zillow no longer embeds Matterport tours in its listing gallery, and Zillow Showcase requires a native Zillow 3D Home interactive tour specifically. Matterport remains an excellent format for your MLS virtual tour field, brokerage website, and luxury property marketing. If you're listing on Zillow, book our Zillow Showcase & 3D Home tour service instead.
Can virtual tours impact the sale price?
Properties with virtual tours frequently sell faster and at higher prices. The immersive experience allows buyers to explore the property thoroughly before making a visit, which builds confidence in their decision and often leads to stronger, more competitive offers. Sellers benefit from fewer low-intent showings and more serious buyers walking through the door. When combined with professional HDR photography, video walkthroughs, and accurate floor plans, a 3D tour creates a premium listing package that justifies top-of-market pricing. See our full pricing.
Can buyers take measurements inside the virtual tour?
Yes, Matterport tours include built-in measurement tools that allow buyers, agents, and contractors to measure rooms, doorways, windows, and other spaces directly within the virtual environment. This feature is invaluable for buyers planning furniture placement, evaluating whether existing pieces will fit, or scoping renovation projects. Measurements are approximate but typically accurate within 1% — making them reliable enough for planning purposes without a physical visit.
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