Virtual staging pricing: typical ranges (what most people pay)

Most virtual staging is priced per image, with volume discounts and optional add-ons.

Common market ranges:

• Basic virtual staging: $15 to $40 per photo

  Simple furniture + decor, minimal customization.

• Mid tier, listing-ready quality: $30 to $75 per photo

  Better styling, more realism, more consistent results.

• High end or custom staging: $75 to $150+ per photo

  Bespoke design direction, luxury spaces, complex angles.

The mistake people make is comparing providers like they’re identical. They’re not. One quote might include revisions and realism polish, another might be “one and done,” no fixes, no consistency.

VirtuStAige pricing: what our staging actually costs

We built VirtuStAige around a simple idea: you should be able to stage listing photos quickly and consistently without paying service-agency prices per image.

Monthly plans (best value per photo)

• Starter Plan: $19.99/mo for 10 photos (about $2.00 per photo)

• Basic Plan: $39.99/mo for 25 photos (about $1.60 per photo)

• Pro Plan: $59.99/mo for 50 photos (about $1.20 per photo)

All plans include:

• All room types

• All design styles

• High-quality results

• Support (priority support on Basic and Pro)

Pay-as-you-go credits (flexible, no subscription)

Credits never expire and can be used for Virtual Staging, Golden Hour, or Lot Visualization.

Examples:

• 10 credits: $24.99 (about $2.50/credit)

• 25 credits: $54.99 (about $2.20/credit)

• 50 credits: $99.99 (about $2.00/credit)

If you want the cleanest “set it and forget it” pricing, subscriptions win. If you stage in bursts or only stage certain listings, credits are a solid move.

(For current options, link to: VirtuStAige pricing

How much does virtual staging cost for a full listing?

A practical way to budget is to think in “hero images,” not total photos. Most listings do not need everything staged.

Typical staging counts:

• Condo or small home (5 to 10 images): $150 to $600 (traditional market pricing)

• Mid-size home (10 to 20 images): $300 to $1,200

• Large home or luxury (20 to 35 images): $600 to $2,600+

At VirtuStAige, teams often stage:

• 6 to 12 photos for a normal listing

• 10 to 20 photos for higher-end homes or vacant properties that feel “cold” online

Rooms that usually drive the most clicks and showings:

• Living room

• Primary bedroom

• Kitchen or dining area (pick the one that sells the lifestyle best)

• Office, bonus room, loft, or any awkward space that needs purpose

For broader strategy and best practices, link to: virtual staging for real estate.

Virtual staging price breakdown: what affects the final quote?

Virtual staging price changes based on effort, realism, and scope. These are the usual levers:

1) Room complexity and camera angle

Open concept rooms, wide-angle distortion, reflective surfaces, glass walls, and tricky perspective matching take more work to look believable.

2) Realism level (the “does this look real?” factor)

Higher realism usually includes:

• Shadows that match window direction

• Correct scale and perspective

• Natural placement that respects the room’s geometry

• Fewer “AI tells” in edges, rugs, and furniture legs

3) Work beyond staging (add-ons)

These often increase cost:

• Item removal and decluttering

• Wall, floor, or paint edits

• Day-to-dusk or golden hour looks

• View replacement (only when allowed and properly disclosed)

• Virtual renovations (kitchens, baths, flooring)

4) Turnaround time

Rush delivery costs more in the service world. With software-driven workflows (like VirtuStAige), turnaround is usually faster without the “rush fee” concept.

5) Revisions and style consistency

Ask these upfront:

• How many revisions are included?

• Can you request a specific style (modern, coastal, transitional)?

• Can you keep a consistent look across multiple rooms or listings?

Cheap virtual staging: when saving money costs you

We’re not anti-cheap. We’re anti-sloppy. The danger is when “cheap” creates images that feel untrustworthy.

Red flags:

• Furniture floating or not aligned with floor perspective

• Shadows going in the wrong direction

• Repeated generic furniture sets across every listing

• Unnatural saturation, weird scaling, or “toy-like” proportions

• No clear guidance on disclosure expectations

The cost you do not see is performance: lower click-through rate, fewer showings, and the subtle “something feels off” reaction buyers get in thumbnails.

What to ask before you choose a provider or tool

Use this checklist to compare virtual staging pricing fairly:

• What is included in the per-photo price?

• Are revisions included, and how many?

• Can you stage occupied rooms or only empty rooms?

• Do you offer item removal, and what does it cost?

• What is standard turnaround time?

• What output specs do you provide for MLS and portals?

• Do you provide disclosure labeling if required?

If you’re deciding between DIY tools and done-for-you services, link to: best virtual staging software.

Getting the best ROI: how we see top teams use virtual staging

From what we’ve seen across VirtuStAige users, the best ROI usually comes from a repeatable rule:

Stage the images that sell the story, not the images that exist.

Virtual staging pays off when it:

• Helps buyers understand scale and layout fast

• Makes the thumbnail feel premium and inviting

• Defines awkward spaces (office, nook, loft)

• Creates consistency across a listing’s photo set

A simple playbook that works:

• Stage 6 to 12 key photos

• Keep one style across the listing

• Use staging most aggressively on vacant or dated interiors

• Do not over-edit. Believable beats dramatic

Quick takeaway: what to expect

• Most listing-ready market pricing lands in the $30 to $75 per photo range.

• Total cost depends on how many hero rooms you stage and whether you need removals or other edits.

• The best value is realism, consistency, and turnaround, not the cheapest number on a quote.

FAQ

What is the typical virtual staging cost per photo?

A: Listing-ready work is commonly $30 to $75 per photo in the service market. With VirtuStAige, it can be closer to $1.20 to $2.50 per photo depending on whether you use a monthly plan or credits.

How much does virtual staging cost for 10 photos?

A: Service providers often land around $300 to $750 for listing-ready quality. With VirtuStAige, 10 photos can be covered by the Starter Plan ($19.99/mo) or a small credit pack, depending on your workflow.

Why does virtual staging pricing vary so much between companies?

A: The big drivers are realism quality, revisions, turnaround time, and whether add-ons like decluttering, repairs, or day-to-dusk are included.

Is cheap virtual staging worth it?

A: Sometimes. If it looks realistic and stays compliant, great. If it looks artificial, it can reduce clicks and trust, which costs more than you saved.

Do I need to disclose virtual staging in a listing?

A: Often yes, depending on MLS rules and local regulations. Check your MLS requirements and keep disclosure consistent to avoid misleading buyers.