The Best Printer for Realtors in 2025: Replacing the HP PageWide Pro 477dw with the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f

The Best Printer for Realtors in 2025: Replacing the HP PageWide Pro 477dw with the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f


For realtors, a printer isn’t just equipment—it’s a partner in the hustle. Whether you’re churning out eye-catching listing flyers, scanning contracts at a moment’s notice, or faxing offers from the road, you need speed, quality, and reliability. The HP PageWide Pro 477dw was once the go-to for real estate pros, boasting 55 pages per minute (ppm), vibrant color, and all-in-one functionality—until HP discontinued it in 2021. At Laser Barn, we’ve scoured the market to find its 2025 successor, and the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f rises to the top. Paired with our premium remanufactured toner, it’s the perfect upgrade for realtors. In this guide, we’ll explore why the M480f fills the 477dw’s void, how it meets your unique needs, and how our toner keeps your costs in check.

Why the HP PageWide Pro 477dw Ruled for Realtors


Before we crown its replacement, let’s revisit what made the 477dw a legend:
  • Speed: Up to 55 ppm (black and color)—flyers and contracts printed in a flash.
  • Quality: 2400 x 1200 dpi—crisp text and vivid graphics for standout marketing.
  • Features: Print, scan, copy, fax; single-pass duplex scanning; 50-sheet ADF—multitasking perfection.
  • Efficiency: PageWide tech blended inkjet quality with laser-like costs (~4.7¢/page color)—ideal for high-volume prints.
  • Realtor Fit: Mobile printing, a compact 18.4 x 20.9 x 16-inch frame, and a 4.3-inch touchscreen suited fast-paced realty work.
Originally $699.99, it was a beast—until HP pulled it, leaving realtors searching. Enter 2025, and we’ve got a worthy heir.

The HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f: The 477dw’s Modern Match


After testing the latest printers, the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f stands out as the best replacement for realtors in 2025. It swaps PageWide’s inkjet flair for laser precision, delivering a blend of speed, durability, and features that echo—and sometimes exceed—the 477dw. Here’s why it’s our pick:

Speed That Delivers
  • Specs: 29 ppm (black and color)—not the 477dw’s 55 ppm, but a fast first-page-out (~9-10 seconds) keeps short runs like 10-page flyers or contracts quick.
  • Realtor Win: Most realtor jobs are small batches—29 ppm with snappy startups fits your daily grind.
Quality That Impresses
  • Specs: 600 x 600 dpi (up to 38,400 x 600 enhanced)—sharp text and solid graphics, slightly less vibrant than the 477dw’s 2400 x 1200 dpi but professional-grade for listings.
  • Realtor Win: Your contracts look clean, and flyers hold up—laser precision shines for text-heavy work.
Features That Hustle
  • Specs: Print, scan, copy, fax; duplex printing/scanning; 50-sheet ADF—matches the 477dw’s all-in-one versatility.
  • Realtor Win: Scan offers to PDF at a showing, fax from the office—multifunction power keeps you moving.
Cost Efficiency That Works
  • Specs: High-yield toners (7,500 black/6,000 color pages)—around 3-4¢/page (less than 2 cents per page when using our toner), close to the 477dw’s 4.7¢ color cost.
  • Realtor Win: Print 1,000 pages a month for $30-$40—affordable for frequent flyers and forms.
Realtor-Specific Perks
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi, mobile printing (HP Smart, AirPrint), 4.3-inch touchscreen—print from your phone at a listing.
  • Design: 16.4 x 18.6 x 15.7 inches—smaller than the 477dw, fits tight spaces.
  • Durability: 80,000-page duty cycle—outlasts the 477dw’s 50,000, built for growing realty needs.
  • Price: ~$769.99—slightly above the 477dw’s original tag [HP via CJ].
How It Compares
  • Trade-Offs: Slower (29 ppm vs. 55 ppm), less color pop (laser vs. PageWide)—not ideal for photo-heavy flyers.
  • Upgrades: Smaller footprint, higher duty cycle—perfect for realtors scaling up.
The M480f trades some speed for laser reliability—ideal for realtors balancing quality and volume in 2025.

Pair It With Laser Barn Toner
Our remanufactured toner powers your HP fleet, including the M480f and other LaserJets:
  • W2020X Series: 7,500/6,000 pages for HP LaserJet M480f—premium quality at fraction of the OEM cost, $143 - $147 ea.
  • Reused OEM chip available: Save even more by using a re-used OEM chip if you don't care about reading your estimated pages remaining
Why us? Our toner’s printer-safe, slashes costs by 40%+ vs. OEM, and includes a free recycling link—eco-friendly cred for your clients.

Why Realtors Need a Printer Like the M480f


Your workday is a whirlwind—showings, negotiations, deadlines. The right printer keeps you in control:
  • Marketing: Clean text and decent graphics for flyers—laser output ensures every word stands out.
  • Contracts: Duplex scanning digitizes offers fast—50-sheet ADF tackles stacks.
  • Mobility: Print from your phone at a property—Wi-Fi and HP Smart keep you flexible.
  • Cost: Less than 2 cents per page keeps expenses down—more budget for signage or coffee runs.
The 477dw aced this; the M480f refines it with laser durability for 2025.

Other Options to Consider

Not set on the M480f? Here are close contenders:
  1. HP OfficeJet Pro 9135e
    • 25 ppm, 4800 x 1200 dpi, 2-3¢/page—compact ($399.99).
    • Best for: Solo realtors with lighter needs.
  2. Brother MFC-L8905CDW
    • 33 ppm, 2400 x 600 dpi, 2-3¢/page—robust ($649.99).
    • Best for: Speed-hungry brokerages.
  3. Canon MAXIFY GX7021
    • 24 ppm, 1200 x 600 dpi, <1¢/page—ink-efficient (~$699.99).
    • Best for: Cost-focused realtors.
The M480f wins with its laser reliability and HP ecosystem tie-in—but these shine too.
How to Set Up Your M480f
Ready to roll? Here’s the quick setup:
  1. Unbox: Set it up—plug in, load 300 sheets (expandable to 850).
  2. Toner Up: Install high-yield cartridges—7,500 black pages ready.
  3. Connect: Link to Wi-Fi via the 4.3-inch touchscreen—add HP Smart app.
  4. Test: Print a listing—feel that laser speed.
Tip: Pair it with our reused OEM chip option to keep costs down.

Why the 477dw Left a Legacy
HP’s PageWide tech was revolutionary—inkjet speed, laser costs. Its end left a void, but the M480f steps up with laser precision, a smaller size, and enterprise-grade toughness—tailored for realtors in 2025.

FAQs for Realtors
  • Is the M480f as fast as the 477dw? No—29 ppm vs. 55 ppm—but quick first pages handle short jobs well.
  • Will it sync with my MLS app? Yes—Wi-Fi and mobile printing make it seamless.
  • How’s the toner cost vs. PageWide? Slightly better—3-4¢/page vs. 4.7¢, with our remanufactured options even lower.
Elevate Your Realty Game in 2025
The HP PageWide Pro 477dw was a titan, but it’s history...unless you can find a used one in the wild (Facebook Marketplace!) The HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f is the best printer for realtors in 2025—fast, durable, and pro-grade at $769.99. Pair it with our remanufactured toner—and print like a boss without the budget hit. Close more deals, save more cash, go green and heathen.

Next Steps:
  • Snag the M480f—test it with your next contract.
  • Comment below—what’s your current printer?
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