On eSoko, a complete, bright photo set is one of the strongest predictors of enquiries. You don't need a professional camera — a phone and good light go a long way.
Shoot in the morning
Natural light between roughly 8 and 11am is even and flattering. Open every curtain, switch on the lights, and avoid the harsh midday glare and deep afternoon shadows.
Tidy and stage first
Clear clutter, open up the space, and make beds. Five minutes of tidying does more for a photo than any filter.
Cover the whole property
- Lead with your best shot — usually the exterior or the main living room.
- One clear photo per room, plus the kitchen and bathrooms.
- Capture parking, the garden or yard, any view, and the backup-power or water setup.
- Shoot from a corner at chest height to make rooms look their true size.
Keep it honest
Don't over-edit or hide problems — it just wastes everyone's time at viewing and costs you trust. Accurate, attractive photos bring the right enquiries.
How many photos should a listing have?
Aim for at least 6–8 good photos before you publish. Listings with a near-empty gallery get scrolled past.
Common questions
How many photos should a property listing have?
Aim for at least 6 to 8 good photos: the exterior, one per room, the kitchen and bathrooms, plus parking, the yard and any view.
What is the best time of day to photograph a house?
Roughly 8 to 11 in the morning, when natural light is even. Avoid harsh midday glare and deep afternoon shadows.
Do I need a professional camera for listing photos?
No. A phone and good natural light go a long way. Shoot from a corner at chest height so rooms look their true size.
Should I edit listing photos?
Keep editing light and never hide problems. Misleading photos waste time at viewings and cost you trust.