Real Estate Video Pricing in Canada: 2026 Guide

How much do real estate videos cost in Canada? In 2026, most professionally produced listing videos cost between $500 and $1,800 CAD. A simple walkthrough may start around $250, while a cinematic luxury production with drone footage, agent appearances and multiple social edits can exceed $4,000. The final price depends on the property, filming time, production style and deliverables.

The ranges below reflect typical Canadian market pricing. Taxes, travel charges and special permits may be additional.

What is the average cost of a real estate video in Canada?

A standard real estate video for an average residential listing generally costs $500 to $900. This usually includes an interior and exterior shoot, stabilized camera footage, licensed music, professional editing and one finished horizontal video.

These tiers are more useful than a single national average because a fast walkthrough and a campaign for a multimillion-dollar home require very different levels of production.

What is normally included in a real estate video package?

Package inclusions vary between providers, so realtors should compare deliverables rather than price alone. A standard package may include:

• Interior and exterior filming with a stabilized camera
• A final video approximately 60 to 120 seconds long
• Professional editing, colour correction and licensed music
• Basic property titles or brokerage branding
• One revision round
• Delivery formatted for MLS-compatible webpages, YouTube or social media

Drone footage, vertical reels, agent introductions, voice-over recording and expedited delivery are often separate add-ons unless they are specifically listed in the package.

How much do real estate video add-ons cost?

Add-ons let agents build a campaign around the property without paying for a full luxury production. Typical 2026 Canadian price ranges include:

Bundling photography, video, drone coverage and vertical content is frequently more economical than booking each service separately.

Do real estate video prices vary by Canadian city?

Yes. Production rates tend to be higher in markets with elevated operating costs, heavy traffic and strong demand for premium listing media. For a standard professionally edited listing video, common planning ranges are $600 to $1,200 in Toronto, $600 to $1,300 in Vancouver, $500 to $1,000 in Ottawa and $450 to $900 in Edmonton.

These are market estimates rather than fixed quotes. Travel distance, parking, property access and the local availability of qualified drone pilots can influence the total. Properties outside a provider’s normal service area may also carry mileage or travel-time fees.

What factors make a real estate video more expensive?

Square footage matters, but it is not the only pricing factor. A compact property with complicated lighting or restricted access can require more work than a larger empty home. The main cost drivers are:

• Property size: Larger homes require more filming, lighting adjustments and editing.
• Production style: Planned cinematic sequences take longer than a straightforward walkthrough.
• On-camera talent: Agent-led videos may require scripts, audio equipment and additional takes.
• Number of deliverables: Horizontal tours, vertical reels and teaser clips require separate edits.
• Turnaround time: Same-day or next-day delivery can add a rush fee.
• Location complexity: Condos, rural properties and occupied homes can create scheduling or access challenges.

Is drone footage included in the video price?

Not always. Basic packages often exclude aerial footage, while cinematic and luxury packages may include several drone clips. Drone work must follow Transport Canada requirements and cannot legally be completed in every location or weather condition.

Aerial footage is most valuable when it reveals something ground-level cameras cannot show, such as a large lot, waterfront, nearby parkland, acreage or proximity to a recognizable neighbourhood feature. For a small condo unit, budget may be better directed toward interiors or vertical content.

How much does a short vertical real estate video cost?

A standalone vertical property video commonly costs $250 to $600. An additional vertical edit created during an existing listing shoot may cost $150 to $450 because the production team can reuse footage.

Examples include a 15-second feature teaser, a 30-second agent-hosted Reel and a 45-second vertical property tour. Realtors should confirm whether the price includes captions, music licensing, brokerage branding and both clean and branded versions.

How long should a listing video be?

Most residential listing videos perform well at 60 to 120 seconds. Shorter videos can generate attention on social platforms, while longer tours are better suited to luxury homes with distinctive rooms, grounds or amenities.

Longer is not automatically better. A focused 75-second edit with strong opening visuals can communicate more effectively than a repetitive three-minute walkthrough. The ideal length should reflect the property and intended platform.

Is a low-cost real estate video worth it?

A budget video can work for a straightforward listing if the provider delivers stable footage, accurate colours, clean editing and properly licensed music. However, very low quotes may exclude revisions, drone operations, travel, commercial usage rights or social formats.

Before booking, ask for a complete list of deliverables, turnaround time, revision policy and examples of comparable properties. Also confirm whether the quoted amount includes GST or HST. This prevents an inexpensive base price from becoming a larger invoice after add-ons.

What budget should a Canadian realtor plan for in 2026?

For a typical listing, a practical video budget is $600 to $1,000. Agents who also need drone footage and a vertical social edit should consider $900 to $1,500. Luxury listings that require an agent-led concept, twilight scenes and multiple campaign assets may justify $1,800 to $4,000 or more.

The best package is not necessarily the one with the most footage. It is the option that supplies the right assets for the listing strategy, target buyer and publishing channels.

How can I get an exact real estate video quote?

Provide the property address, approximate square footage, desired launch date and required deliverables. Mention whether you need drone footage, photography, an agent appearance or vertical edits. For a tailored 2026 package from Melon Media, book a consultation and request your real estate video quote.

Further reading

• Average Real Estate Photography Prices in Canada: 2026 Cost Breakdown
• Melon Media: Real Estate Media Studio Serving Toronto and the GTA
• Melon Media: Toronto Real Estate Photography, Video & 3D Tours for GTA Agents

Further reading

• Average Real Estate Photography Prices in Canada: 2026 Cost Breakdown
• Vancouver Real Estate Video Production Rates 2026
• Edmonton Real Estate Drone Video: 2026 Costs, Rules and Best Uses

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