REAL ESTATE MEDIA TRENDS IN 2025
Whatβs changing, whatβs working, and what to invest in now
π 2 min
BY KYLE SEMROV
π Mon May 19 2025
1. Short-Form Vertical Video is the Standard
Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts now lead the way in content engagement. These formats are designed for mobile-first consumption and outperform traditional video across most metrics.
β Leverage vertical video to showcase listings, educate buyers, and build brand awareness in under 60 seconds.
2. Agents are Becoming Personal Brands
Consumers connect with people before properties. Top-performing agents are stepping into the spotlight β sharing opinions, market insights, and daily routines β to build trust and stay top-of-mind.
β Content that features the agent (not just the home) consistently drives stronger engagement and long-term loyalty.
3. Behind-the-Scenes Content Builds Trust
Buyers and sellers are drawn to transparency. Content that reveals how a property is styled, filmed, or sold humanises the sales process and strengthens your position as an expert.
β Document the journey, not just the result.
4. Digital Delivery is Dominating
Digital brochures, high-converting landing pages, targeted ads, and SEO-optimised websites are replacing print-heavy strategies. These assets scale more efficiently and provide better data.
β Build your media for online attention β not just letterbox drops.
5. Hyper-Local Storytelling Converts
In a saturated market, specificity sells. Audiences are drawn to content that feels personal to their area β local cafΓ©s, hidden parks, community events.
β Create content that makes you the local voice, not just the listing agent.
Want help bringing it all together?
At Carbon Common, we create standout visuals and smart marketing strategies for property across Sydney. Get in touch to level up your next listing.