Chicago Real Estate Photography, Videography & Drone
Listings that look like the best version of themselves. Interior and exterior photography, property video and FAA-certified drone aerials for Chicago agents, brokers, developers and property managers, captured in a single visit.
Real Estate Media That Sells the Space and the Lifestyle
Kenneth L. Dixon Photography, Video Production & Drone creates real estate photography, videography and drone content for Chicago's residential and commercial market. We work with listing agents, brokerages, luxury and new-development teams, architects, builders, property managers and short-term rental hosts across the city and Chicagoland, from Gold Coast high-rises and Lincoln Park greystones to suburban single-family homes and commercial buildings.
Buyers decide in seconds whether a listing is worth a showing. That first impression comes from straight verticals, balanced natural light, true-to-life color and a sequence of images that walks them through the home. We shoot every property with an architectural eye, then add the video and aerial views that show flow, finishes, views and location in a way stills alone cannot.
Because photography, video and drone are handled by one crew, a single appointment can produce MLS-ready photos, a property film or social reel and aerial coverage, with fast delivery so your listing can go live on schedule.
Real Estate Photography, Video and Drone Services
Book one service or bundle all three so every listing launches with stills, motion and aerial views that match.
Real Estate Listing Photography
Professionally lit interiors and exteriors with straight lines, window views balanced against the room and color that matches what buyers will see in person. Every gallery is edited for MLS, Zillow, brokerage websites and print, with consistent framing from room to room.
We also shoot twilight and golden-hour exteriors, detail and amenity images and luxury and architectural interiors. Our architecture and interior photography page shows more of this work.
Real Estate Videography and Property Films
As Chicago real estate videographers we produce cinematic walkthroughs, property films with music and titles, agent-on-camera listing tours and vertical reels for Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts. Smooth gimbal movement and thoughtful pacing show how a home flows, not just what each room looks like.
For estates and development projects we build longer property films, like the countryside estate film above, that combine ground footage, aerials and lifestyle moments into a story buyers remember.
Real Estate Drone Photography and Video
Aerial photos and video show what ground shots cannot: lot size and lines, proximity to the lake, parks, transit and downtown, rooftop decks, skyline views and the scale of commercial and development sites. As an FAA Part 107 certified operator, we handle airspace authorizations for Chicago's controlled airspace before the shoot.
Drone can be added to any photo or video package, or booked on its own through our drone services.
Real Estate Media for Every Property Type
Different properties sell on different details. We tailor the shot list to the listing, the buyer and where the content will be used.
Residential Listings
Single-family homes, townhomes and multi-unit buildings photographed and filmed to attract showings fast.
Condos and High-Rises
Downtown and lakefront condos where views, light and building amenities are a big part of the price.
Luxury and Architectural Homes
Editorial-quality imagery for high-end listings, designers and architects who need every line to be right.
Twilight and Golden Hour
Exteriors timed to sunset and dusk so warm interior light and sky color make the listing stand out in search results.
Commercial Real Estate
Office, retail, industrial and mixed-use properties, with aerials showing access, parking and surroundings.
New Construction and Development
Progress documentation, model units and finished-project marketing; see our construction photo, video and drone work.
Airbnb and Vacation Rentals
Bright, welcoming images that help short-term rentals win the click and justify the nightly rate.
Property Management
Leasing photos and building tours for apartment communities and managed portfolios.
Agent Branding
Agent and team headshots and lifestyle content that keep your brand as polished as your listings.
Great experience working with Kenneth. I've brought him in for real estate lifestyle shoots and the quality is always excellent. He has a strong eye for capturing not just the space, but the feeling and flow of how people actually live in it, which makes a huge difference in marketing. Professional, responsive, and easy to work with on set. Highly recommend.Khali Smith · Google Review
From Booking to Live Listing
A simple process built around listing deadlines, sellers' schedules and Chicago weather.
Book and Plan
Share the address, property type, services and go-live date. We confirm timing for best light, twilight and drone airspace.
Prep Checklist
We send a simple staging and prep checklist so the home is camera-ready: lights on, surfaces clear, cars out of the drive.
Shoot Day
Photos, video and aerials captured in one efficient appointment, working around occupants and showings.
Edit and Deliver
MLS-sized and full-resolution photos, branded and unbranded videos and vertical reels, with 24-hour turnaround available.
Why Chicago Realtors and Developers Choose Kenneth L. Dixon
Photo, Video and Drone in One Visit
Fewer appointments for sellers and one consistent look across every piece of listing media.
Fast Turnaround
24-hour delivery available so listings go live on time, with organized folders for MLS, web and print.
FAA Part 107 Certified
Licensed, planned drone operations with airspace authorization handled before we arrive.
12 Years of Full-Time Experience
Commercial, architectural and lifestyle photography experience applied to every listing, large or small.
Architectural Eye
Straight verticals, balanced exposures and composition that respects the design of the space.
In-House Editing
Consistent color, window pulls and sky replacement where appropriate, edited by the team that shot the property.
Real Estate Photography and Video Questions
Have a listing coming up? Call (708) 296-9087 or send us the address.
How much does real estate photography cost in Chicago?
Pricing depends on property size, the services you need (photos, video, drone or a bundle), twilight shooting, travel and turnaround. Send the address and details and we will quote a package for the listing.
How fast will I receive my listing photos?
Standard delivery is quick, and 24-hour turnaround is available so your listing can go live on schedule. Video and longer property films may take a little longer depending on edits.
Do you offer real estate drone photography and video in Chicago?
Yes. We are FAA Part 107 certified and capture aerial photos and video for residential, commercial and development properties. Much of Chicago sits in controlled airspace near O'Hare and Midway, so we request the required authorizations before every flight.
Do you shoot real estate videography and walkthroughs?
Yes. We produce cinematic walkthroughs, property films, agent-on-camera tours and vertical reels for social media, with music and titles, and can combine them with photography and drone in one visit.
How should I prepare a home for the shoot?
We send a prep checklist: turn on all lights, open blinds, clear counters and personal items, hide cords and trash bins, and move cars from the driveway. A little prep makes a big difference in the final images.
Do you photograph commercial properties and new developments?
Yes. We photograph and film office, retail, industrial, mixed-use and multifamily properties, plus construction progress and finished developments, often with aerial coverage.
Do you serve suburbs outside Chicago?
Yes. We are based in Chicago's West Loop and cover the city and Chicagoland suburbs. Ask about availability for properties further out.
More from Kenneth L. Dixon Photography, Video Production & Drone
Real estate work pairs naturally with our architecture and interior photography, construction photography, video and drone and standalone drone services in Chicago. Hospitality and short-term rental owners can also see our hotel and hospitality media, and agents can refresh their brand with professional headshots and social media content.
Book Real Estate Photography, Video and Drone in Chicago
Send the address, property type, the services you need and your go-live date. We will confirm availability and the best time of day to shoot.
1021 W Adams St Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60607