Realtor.com® Introduces "FlyAround" A New 360° Satellite View to Help Home Shoppers See the Bigger Picture

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Realtor.com (NWS) will launch FlyAround, a low-altitude 360° satellite view, rolling out over the next few weeks to listing pages.

FlyAround uses 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform and is powered by TopHap, showing lot size, topography and neighborhood context for MLS-sourced listings with geo-coordinates, plus off-market and recently sold pages.

The feature responds to Realtor.com research showing 50% of recent buyers would consider purchasing without an in-person visit (52% for first-time buyers).

Positive

• Available for all MLS-sourced listings with geo-coordinates
• Built on Google Maps 3D and powered by TopHap integration
• Addresses consumer trend: 50% of recent buyers open to remote purchases (2025)

Negative

• Requires geo-coordinates, excluding listings without precise location
• Phased rollout over the next few weeks delays immediate access for some users

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This immersive, first of its kind, feature gives buyers a real sense of lot size, terrain, and neighborhood context—without ever leaving the listing page

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Realtor.com^® today announced the upcoming launch of FlyAround, a first of its kind immersive low-altitude satellite view. This innovative new feature, rolling out over the next few weeks, leverages 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform and transforms how consumers experience property listings, offering a dynamic, spatially rich perspective directly from listing pages.

With FlyAround, powered by TopHap Inc, home shoppers can move beyond the limitations of static photos and maps to see properties in full context—lot size, topography, and how a home fits into its surrounding neighborhood. This powerful new view will help users gain a deeper understanding of a property's true setting, empowering them to make more informed decisions earlier in their home search journey.

According to Realtor.com^®'s 2025 Consumer Attitudes & Usage Study, half of buyers who purchased or tried to purchase a home in the past year said they would consider buying a home without seeing it in person, up from 44% in 2023. Among first-time homebuyers, that number rises to 52%. FlyAround is designed to meet these evolving consumer expectations by providing a new level of information and clarity in online home search.

"We are focused on giving home shoppers the right tools, confidence and expert edge to make confident home decisions," said Dave Herman, SVP of Product and AI innovation. "FlyAround brings listings to life in a way that helps home shoppers see not just the home, but its entire environment—turning what was once a 2D online experience into an interactive exploration."

"Bringing 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform into Realtor.com elevates the home search from a simple property review into a fully immersive, photorealistic experience. This allows homebuyers to get a more intuitive sense of place through deeper exploration of the neighborhood right from their screens—which is incredibly helpful when making one of life's biggest decisions." - Tina Weyand, Sr Director Product Management, Google Maps Platform.

FlyAround will be available for all MLS-sourced listings on Realtor.com^® with geo-coordinates, as well as on off-market and recently sold property pages in the next few weeks. Built directly into the Listing Detail Page, the feature delivers an intuitive, one-click experience.

FlyAround builds on Realtor.com^®'s recent innovations aimed at making the home search smarter and more intuitive. Earlier this month, Realtor.com^® introduced its AI-powered natural language search feature, allowing users to type or speak search phrases like "3-bed homes under $800K with a modern kitchen." Together, these tools demonstrate Realtor.com^®'s commitment to creating a richer, more personalized homebuying experience.

Experience FlyAround now on Realtor.com ^® .

About Realtor.com^®
Realtor.com^® pioneered online real estate and has been at the forefront for over 25 years, connecting buyers, sellers, and renters with trusted insights, professional guidance and powerful tools to help them find their perfect home. Recognized as the No. 1 site trusted by real estate professionals, Realtor.com^® is a valued partner, delivering consumer connections and a robust suite of marketing tools to support business growth. Realtor.com^® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc.

Media contact: Mallory Micetich, press@realtor.com

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FAQ

What is FlyAround on Realtor.com (NWS) and when did Realtor.com announce it?

FlyAround is a 360° low-altitude satellite view for listing pages; Realtor.com announced it on October 30, 2025.

Which Realtor.com listings will have FlyAround (NWS) available?

FlyAround will appear on MLS-sourced listings with geo-coordinates, plus off-market and recently sold property pages.

What mapping technology powers FlyAround on Realtor.com (NWS)?

FlyAround uses 3D Maps from Google Maps Platform and is powered by TopHap.

How does FlyAround affect home search for buyers on Realtor.com (NWS)?

It shows lot size, topography and neighborhood context to help buyers assess properties earlier in their search.

Does FlyAround address trends in remote homebuying cited by Realtor.com (NWS)?

Yes; Realtor.com cites a study where 50% of recent buyers would consider buying without an in-person visit (52% for first-time buyers).

When will FlyAround be accessible to all users on Realtor.com (NWS)?

The feature is rolling out over the next few weeks from the October 30, 2025 announcement date.