Real Estate Drone Photography in Greenwich, CT
Greenwich is different from most Connecticut markets in ways that affect how drone photography gets used. The properties are larger on average, the lots have more to show, and buyers doing serious research on a $3M+ listing have high expectations for the photography. Here's what I've found working in the market.
What makes Greenwich properties distinctive from the air
The back-country and mid-country sections of Greenwich have some of the most dramatic residential aerials I shoot. Multi-acre lots with significant landscaping, pools, guest houses, and tennis courts look completely different from above than from the road — and many of these properties are on private lanes where casual drive-bys aren't even possible. Aerial photography is often the first real view a prospective buyer has of what the property actually looks like.
The waterfront properties on Greenwich's coastline — Byram Shore, Greenwich Cove, Indian Harbor — benefit even more directly. Dock access, proximity to the Sound, lot orientation relative to the water, and the privacy of the waterfront itself are all things aerial photography communicates in a single shot. A buyer considering a $5M waterfront property is going to look at aerial imagery before they look at interior shots.
Working near Westchester County Airport
Greenwich is in the Class D airspace influence area of Westchester County Airport (HPN), which sits just over the border in White Plains. This affects some flight operations — particularly in the southern parts of town. I handle all LAANC coordination and airspace authorization as part of every job in Greenwich, so clients don't need to worry about the logistics. But it's worth knowing that some flights in the southern Greenwich area require advance authorization that adds a day or two of lead time.
Typical shoot structure for Greenwich listings
For a standard residential listing in Greenwich, I'll do a full-perimeter orbit at multiple altitudes to show the property in context, targeted shots of specific features (pool, tennis court, guest house, dock, water views), and an edited aerial video clip suitable for the listing and for social media use. I deliver photos and video within 48 hours of the flight. For larger estates, I'll spend more time on the property to make sure everything worth showing gets captured.
Pricing for Greenwich listing photography starts at $250. For larger properties or those with significant features to document, I'll put together a custom quote. Get in touch — same-day response.