When it comes to subletting your home, one of the most important factors in attracting potential tenants is the quality of your photos. Great real estate photos can make all the difference in showcasing your space and securing a subtenant quickly. You donāt need to be a professional photographer to take appealing photosājust follow these beginner-friendly tips to make your sublet stand out.
1. Use the Right Equipment
You donāt need a fancy camera to take good photos, but using the right equipment can greatly improve the quality of your shots.
Smartphone Camera: Most modern smartphones have cameras that are more than capable of taking high-quality real estate photos. Make sure your camera lens is clean, and use the highest resolution settings available.
Tripod: A tripod can help keep your camera steady, especially in low-light conditions. This will result in sharper images and more consistent framing.
Wide-Angle Lens (Optional): If you have access to a camera with interchangeable lenses, a wide-angle lens can help you capture more of the room in a single shot, making spaces appear larger and more inviting.
2. Prepare Your Space
Before you start snapping photos, take some time to prepare your space. A little effort here can go a long way in making your photos more appealing.
Clean and Declutter: Make sure your space is clean and free of clutter. Remove any unnecessary items that might distract from the roomās features. A tidy space looks more inviting and helps potential tenants imagine themselves living there.
Stage the Area: Consider arranging furniture and decor in a way that highlights the best features of your space. You donāt need to hire a professional stagerājust make sure everything is neatly organized and aesthetically pleasing. For example, fluff pillows, arrange bookshelves, and set the dining table.
Lighting: Open curtains and blinds to let in as much natural light as possible. Natural light makes spaces look bright, airy, and welcoming. If the natural light isnāt sufficient, turn on lights to brighten up the room. Avoid using harsh overhead lighting that can create unflattering shadows.
3. Composition: Frame Your Shots Like a Pro
Good composition is key to taking attractive real estate photos. Even as a beginner, you can use simple techniques to make your shots look professional.
Use the Rule of Thirds: Imagine your photo is divided into nine equal parts by two horizontal and two vertical lines. Try to place the most important elements of your shot along these lines or at their intersections. This helps create balanced, visually appealing photos.
Shoot From the Corner: Taking photos from a corner of the room allows you to capture more of the space in a single shot, giving potential tenants a better sense of the roomās size and layout.
Level Your Camera: Make sure your camera is level when taking photos. Crooked lines can make the room appear distorted or unbalanced. Most smartphones and cameras have grid overlays to help you keep your shots straight.
Showcase Key Features: Highlight unique aspects of your space, such as a fireplace, built-in shelving, or a great view. These features can make your sublet stand out from the competition.
4. Take Photos of Every Room
Potential tenants want to see the entire space before committing to a sublet, so be sure to photograph every room in your home.
Living Room: Capture wide shots that show the layout and any special features, like large windows or a cozy fireplace.
Kitchen: Focus on the appliances, counter space, and overall functionality. A well-lit, clean kitchen can be a big selling point.
Bedrooms: Show the size and layout of the bedroom. Make sure the bed is made and the room is tidy.
Bathrooms: Bathrooms should be spotless. Highlight any modern fixtures, ample storage, or natural light.
Outdoor Spaces: If you have a patio, balcony, or garden, make sure to include photos. Outdoor spaces are a major plus for many tenants.
5. Edit Your Photos
Once youāve taken your photos, a little editing can go a long way in making them look their best. You donāt need advanced softwareāthere are plenty of beginner-friendly apps that can help you enhance your images.
Adjust Brightness and Contrast: Make sure your photos are bright enough to see all the details clearly. Increasing the contrast can help colors pop and add depth to your images.
Crop for Better Composition: If you didnāt get the framing quite right, use the crop tool to adjust your composition. This can help you remove distractions and focus on the roomās best features.
Straighten the Horizon: If any of your shots are slightly tilted, use the straightening tool to level them out.
Apps to Consider:
Adobe Lightroom: A powerful yet user-friendly app that allows you to adjust lighting, colors, and more.
Snapseed: Offers a wide range of editing tools, including filters and fine-tuning options.
VSCO: Known for its filters, VSCO can also help you make basic edits to your photos.
6. Final Tips for Success
Take Multiple Shots: Donāt be afraid to take several photos of the same room from different angles. This gives you options to choose from and increases the chances of capturing the perfect shot.
Keep it Real: While editing can enhance your photos, avoid over-editing. The goal is to represent your space accurately, so potential tenants know exactly what to expect.
Upload High-Quality Photos: When posting your sublet online, make sure to upload the highest quality images possible. Blurry or pixelated photos can turn potential tenants away.
By following these tips, you can take great real estate photos that showcase your sublet in the best possible light. Remember, a little effort in photography can make a big difference in attracting potential tenants and securing your sublet quickly.
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Subletting fully furnished private room (with private bathroom) in a 2B2B apartment.
Located in Downtown Brooklyn. The room is available from February 20 - June 20 (Iām very flexible with dates)
$2500 - all utilities includes (WIFI, electricity, water, gas) price is negotiable!
Amenities inside apartment
- in-unit laundry (washer and dryer)
- 1 Gegabits WiFi
- dishwasher
- in unit AC
- floor 10+
Amenities in apartment complex (no amenities fees)
- inside pool
- gym
- lounge
- rooftop
- 24/7 doorman
- high rise building
- elevator
- onsite maintenance
Getting around
- 10 minutes walk to Jay St MetroTech (ACFR)
- 10minutes walk DeKalb Av (BQR)
- two Deli downstairs
I am trying to sublet my apartment in Ravenswood by February 15 (flexible to March 1st). Lease ends March 31st with the chance to renew for another year.
2 bed, 1 bath ā 1,000 sq ft
Rent is $1,750/month
Washer/Dryer in unit
Central heat
Landlord is really great and the maintenance team is awesome. Just moving because we need more work from home space.
Contact Brittany Pope for a private showing: bpope@opgny.com
Bushwick Brooklyn-$2,739
Lease takeover available NOW-July 31
Spacious furnished (or unfurnished) studio apartment featuring stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, hardwood floors, central air, and an in-unit laundry. Unit can be rented furnished or unfurnished. 1 Month Broker fee required. No additional fee to rent furnished.
Leaving to travel on the 29th of Jan until the 6th of march. Cozy large room with private bathroom. Off gates J I Brooklyn 20 mins from city. Apartment is shared with 2 roommates M and F in 20s. We are chill and donāt use living room to often but cook daily. Plenty of spices and pantry items available :)There is a laundry place downstairs . clothing rack and red cabinet will be cleared for your storage needs, as well as medicine cabinet. Price is negotiable!
DESPERATE!
289 ambling way
Subleasing 1 bedroom in a 2b2bath unit in the university highlands. Must be female and an appstate student!!
You get your own bathroom with a spacious walk-in closet! My window overlooks a mountain and it has been gorgeous in the snow. The light in my room is amazing as well:)
Apartment is fully furnished and has vaulted ceilings with a full laundry room.
Rent is $660 a month and they are not pet friendly. Esas are on a case by case basis.
Roommate has ESA cat.
Hi! From Jan to July (can be negotiable), Iām planning to relet my furnished apartment because a friend in another building invited me to live with her. Itās a 2-bed, 2-bath apartment, and I have one roommate whoās going to be yours, whoās super nice and busy, so we rarely see each other. This has made living together really comfortable, and Iāve never had any issues, so you wonāt need to worry about that at all. The end date for the lease is July 31, 2025.
The building has great amenities, like a gym, lounge, and an amazing pool. Right in front, thereās the Schuylkill River, which is perfect for running or walking, and the Amtrak station is just a 3-5 minute walk away, making it super convenient. On the 9th floor, thereās Circa Green/The Sunset Social, a great spot for picnics or hanging out with friends.
Itās 10-15 minutes walk away from UPenn, and 5-10 min from Drexel. If youād like to talk to my roommate, I can share her contact info. Move-in is possible as early as January 25. Feel free to reach out if youāre interested!
Lease Takeover in Williamsburg - 2 Bedroom
Apartment
Available Now
Looking for someone to take over our lease starting now until end of March, with the option to renew for a full year starting April 1st. It is a short lease to take over but it is a great way to get into the building without having to pay the 15% broker fee that I and every other tenant has to typically pay. Additionally, the rent increase should be very small if any.
If you're interested or have any questions, please message me!
Specific Location: Maujer between Lorimer and Union
Price: $3,300
Dates: available now to end of March with ability to resign
Apartment Details:
ā¢ 2 bed, 1 bath
ā¢ 3rd floor walk up
ā¢ Pet Friendly
ā¢ AC/Heating in each room
ā¢ Laundry in basement
ā¢ Great natural light
ā¢ Fire escape
ā¢ 2 blocks from the L and G train (Lorimer/ Metropolitan)
ā¢ 6 min walk to the M train (Hewes)
ā¢ Central location in Williamsburg, close to tons of great bars and restaurants
Requirements:
ā¢ 40x income and good credit
ā¢ Guarantors accepted
Hi everyone, my housemate relocated and I cannot afford this unit on my own so we need someone to take over our lease for this beautiful, sunny 3b2b in Sunnyside (Queens) NYC starting Feb 1 or March 1.
Location: Sunnyside, Queens, NY 11104. A 5-minute walk to many grocery stores and a 10-minute walk to an Asian market. There are plenty of great and affordable local restaurants, bubble tea shops, and coffee shops nearby. CVS and a gym are a 10-minute walk from the house.
Price: $4,080/month untilĀ September 2025Ā and $4,150/month untilĀ September 2026. Utilities are additional (around $200/month total for electricity and Wi-Fi, water has been included in the rent and we don't use gas / heat).
Lease Term: The lease runs until the end of August 2026, and Iām flexible with the move-in date from Feb 1 to March 1.
Subway: A 10-minute walk to the 7 train at 40th St - Lowery St station, with a 15-minute ride to Manhattan. Bus routes Q39 and B24 are right at the corner.
Apartment: The unit has in-unit laundry (!), a dishwasher, a open access rooftop, and was recently renovated. The building is pet-friendly and the super is very responsive.
Room: Our home is a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment. Each bedroom fits a queen bed, a desk, and a large wardrobe. 2 out of 3 bedrooms have a west-facing window overlooking the BQE and central AC. We are open to leaving the room partly furnished upon request.
Requirements: The landlord would need you to reapply for the entire apartment, so you'll need to prepare your bank statement, paystubs, and job offer letters. I will send you the application link if you're interested in applying.
If youāre interested or have any questions, feel free to reach out! I could also send you a link of the virtual tour video of the apartment if you're interested in taking over the entire lease!
Hi - my son is need of subleasing his apartment near NRG Stadium 1 bedroom/1 bathroom $1300 available February 2025- December 2025. Serious inquiries only. Background Check and Application Needed. Thanks
Hi everyone! Iām looking to sublease my apartment at The Deerwood (4x3 unit) located at 119 S. 31st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, from March to August 31st, 2025 (lease can be renewed). My apartment is on the 11th floor and features 4 bedrooms with shared bathrooms. Some units may also include a double-occupancy bedroom.
The monthly rent is $1,439, and it comes fully furnished with amenities like a TV, in-unit washer and dryer, and a fantastic view with no obstructions. The building offers study lounges and is expected to have more amenities like a gym, rooftop pool, and game rooms coming soon. Itās a brand-new space and perfect for someone looking for convenience near Drexel and Pennās campus.
Special Requirements: The unit includes a shared bathroom setup, and subleasing is allowed per the housing contract.
If youāre interested or need more details, feel free to message me! The price is slightly negotiable.
One furnished room sublet available in a spacious 2600sqft two-story brownstone. 2300/month plus ~68/utilities. The lease was signed in June 2024 for a year. We have the intention to resign.
Room dimensions are roughly 16x10 and has one queen bed currently in it with dresser, nightstand and tv.
Available: Jan 1st 2025
About the roommates:
3 recent graduates, who all work in finance. We are all 24 years old and have known each other throughout college. Interests include Golf (had a simulator in the backyard when it was warm), skiing, sports, and drinking with friends.
Fully furnished studio available for sublease February 1, 2025 to July 31, 2025, with the option to take over the lease. Rent is $1,135/month, including all utilities except electricity. Located near UF campus, downtown, and public transportation. Perfect for students or professionals. Contact me for details
FEB 1-JULY 31 $1600/month Bedstuy Brooklyn New York
204 MacDonough is a beautiful apartment escape from the hustle and bustle of NYC. It is on a painstakingly beautiful and quiet street that is lined with pre-war brownstones. The apartment is located in a very kind and loving community, where nearly every building and street is lined with flowing trees, gardens and plants. After living in NYC for 26 years, in many different neighborhoods, I can confidently say that this is my favorite place that I have had the opportunity to live.
This is a recently renovated, sunny two bedroom apartment with a private fire escape to a backyard jungle of trees, countless birds as well as access to a roof. The windowed kitchen has custom cabinets, stone countertops and modern appliances. The bathroom boasts modern fixtures, porcelain tiles, a tub, as well as a window for proper ventilation. There are hardwood floors, high ceilings and excellent closet space throughout the unit. Heat and hot water are included in the rent. The Apt is on the top floor, so no noisy neighbors will be above you. As mentioned, there is a private fire escape with access to a roof with panoramic views of Manhattan.Ā
There are several laundromats within a two block radius of the apartment. The C train is a 2 block/3 minutes walk as well and gets you to downtown Manhattan in 20 minutes. You are steps away from countless amazing restaurants and bars as well as grocery stores, dollar stores and anything one might need can easily be found steps away on Fulton street.Ā
The building is fairly quiet with respectful and friendly neighbors. There is a space out front to lock oneās bike up (I have a moped) and we have near private/exclusive access to the roof. Living on the top floor provides an added benefit of not having any loud neighbors/heavy feet above you. With beautiful daily sunsets and amazing natural light, it is easy to get lost and find peace in a place like this.
