What to show on estate agent window screens to attract passers-by

Featured properties: show less to communicate better

One of the most common mistakes when digitalising a window display is trying to show the entire available property catalogue. The screen is not an endless list; it's a shop window. To capture the attention of someone walking by, it's best to select one or two featured properties and communicate only the essential details: property type, location, floor area, number of bedrooms and, if you wish, price. A quality image, a clear headline and two or three key features usually work better than a property card full of text. Fewer elements = more legibility = more chances that the person will stop.

Use novelty to capture attention

People who frequently walk down your street will stop looking at the window display if they always see the same thing. Novelty is a powerful stimulus. Incorporating messages such as "Just added" or "New opportunity" alongside the latest properties added to your portfolio helps the screen feel alive. The advantage of digital signage is that you can update these novelties in seconds, without printing new sheets or repositioning posters. In this way, the window display always communicates movement and currency.

The window display can also attract property owners

Not everyone looking at your window display is seeking to buy or rent; some may be owners who are considering selling or putting their flat up for let. Including messages aimed at this segment in the sequence — for example, "Thinking of selling or letting your property? Let's talk" — extends the function of the window display beyond listing properties. A digital screen allows you to alternate these messages with the featured properties, multiplying the acquisition channels without cluttering the space.

Turning attention into action

There's no point capturing attention if you don't facilitate the next step. Each message or property shown should be accompanied by a clear call to action: a QR code that leads to the property listing or a contact form, a legible phone number, or an invitation to come into the agency for more information. Choose one action per screen and make it obvious. The goal is for the person who has stopped for a few seconds to know exactly what to do if they are interested.

Combining different messages in a sequence

A good estate agency window screen does not repeat the same content over and over; it organises a sequence of varied messages. You can alternate between: featured property of the day, new listing, owner acquisition offer and contact screen. Each message should remain visible long enough to be read and then give way to the next. This rotation maintains interest and covers different objectives without the window display becoming a static card. The key is balance: neither too many messages nor too fast.

Updating the window display without reprinting

Update featured listings and campaigns without reprinting window cards—keep messaging focused on what street viewers need in a few seconds.

Managing window display content with iMediaGO

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Examples of content for your window display sequence