Thinking about selling your home in Queensland? After the agent’s commission, it’s usually the single biggest cost of selling. Use our free real estate commission calculator to estimate what you’ll pay a Queensland real estate agent, based on your expected sale price and their commission rate.
Please note: this calculator gives a general estimate only and is not financial or contractual advice. Real estate commission rates are negotiable and vary between agents and agencies, and GST treatment can differ. Marketing, advertising and auction fees are usually charged separately and are not included here. Always confirm the exact fees and inclusions in writing with your chosen agent before signing an agency agreement.
How is real estate commission calculated in Queensland?
In Queensland, real estate agent commission is worked out as a percentage of your final sale price. Since 2015, commission in QLD has been fully deregulated, which means there is no fixed or maximum rate – every agent sets their own fee and it is open to negotiation. Most Queensland agents charge somewhere between 2% and 3.5% of the sale price, and on top of that you usually pay GST and separate marketing costs.
So if your home sells for $750,000 at a 2.5% commission rate, the agent’s fee is $18,750 plus GST, which comes to $20,625. Our commission calculator above does this maths for you in seconds.
What is the average real estate commission in QLD?
There is no official average, but as a rough guide Brisbane and Gold Coast agents often sit around 2.5%, while regional Queensland rates can run a little higher because there are fewer sales to go around. Inner-city and higher-value properties can sometimes negotiate lower percentages. Remember the rate is only part of the picture – always ask whether marketing, photography and auction fees are included or charged on top.
Commission vs conveyancing: what you actually pay to sell
It’s easy to focus on the agent’s commission and forget the other costs of selling a home in Queensland. Alongside commission you’ll have conveyancing (the legal side of transferring the property), your Form 2 seller’s disclosure statement, and any marketing spend. The good news: our conveyancing is fixed-fee, so while commission scales with your sale price, your legal costs don’t. A $50,000 commission and a fixed conveyancing fee are very different beasts.
Can you reduce the cost of selling your home?
Commission is negotiable, so it pays to compare a few local agents and ask exactly what their fee includes. You can also keep your other selling costs in check by choosing a fixed-fee Queensland law firm for your conveyancing and seller’s disclosure, so there are no surprise legal bills at settlement. New to the lingo? Our conveyancing glossary explains every term, and buyers can also try our stamp duty calculator.
Real estate commission FAQs
How much commission do real estate agents charge in QLD?
Most Queensland real estate agents charge between 2% and 3.5% of the sale price, plus GST. There is no set or maximum rate in QLD – commission was deregulated in 2015, so it is always negotiable.
Is real estate commission negotiable?
Yes. Agents set their own rates in Queensland, so you can and should negotiate. It helps to get quotes from two or three local agents and compare what each fee includes.
Do you pay GST on real estate commission?
Yes. Real estate commission is a service, so most agencies add 10% GST on top of their quoted percentage. Our calculator can include or exclude GST so you can see both figures.
Who pays the real estate agent’s commission, the buyer or the seller?
The seller pays the commission in Queensland. It is generally deducted from the sale proceeds at settlement, so you do not pay it up front.
When is commission paid?
Commission is usually paid at settlement, out of the funds from the sale. Your conveyancer accounts for it as part of the settlement figures.
Selling your home in Brisbane, the Gold Coast or anywhere in Queensland? Empire Legal handles the legal side with fixed-fee conveyancing and your Form 2 seller’s disclosure. Get a fixed-fee selling quote or learn more about selling a property in QLD.
