Australian Commission Guide: What Do Real Estate Agents Charge in Australia?
Most Australian real estate agents charge between about 1.5% and 2.6% commission, and the rate falls as the sale price rises. Marketing is charged separately and typically adds $2,500 to $8,000. These figures are calculated from commission and marketing ranges reported to AgentLink by agents across Australia, as at 1 October 2026.
Based on commission and marketing ranges reported to AgentLink by 144+ agents across Australia, as at 1 October 2026. Updated how we collect rates.
Typical commission in Australia
For a home between $500,000 and $1 million — the most common sale price band
Marketing is charged on top of commission and typically costs $2,500 to $8,000, rising with the property value. It covers portal listings and preparing the property for market, such as professional photography. It does not include work done on the property itself, such as repairs, styling or renovations.
Commission is always negotiable under Australian Consumer Law. Rates are as quoted by agents, which is usually inclusive of GST. What does commission include?
Real estate commission rates in Australia by price band
Agents usually quote commission as a range, and the percentage drops as the property value rises.
| Sale price | Typical national commission | Lowest to highest across states |
|---|---|---|
| Under $500,000 | 2.27% - 2.47% | 1.75% - 3.00% |
| $500,000 - $1 million | 1.92% - 2.12% | 1.60% - 2.50% |
| $1 million - $1.5 million | 1.86% - 2.06% | 1.50% - 2.40% |
| $1.5 million - $2 million | 1.79% - 1.99% | 1.40% - 2.40% |
| $2 million - $2.5 million | 1.77% - 1.97% | 1.40% - 2.30% |
| $2.5 million - $3 million | 1.71% - 1.91% | 1.30% - 2.25% |
| $3 million - $3.5 million | 1.66% - 1.86% | 1.20% - 2.20% |
| $3.5 million - $4 million | 1.66% - 1.86% | 1.20% - 2.20% |
| $4 million - $6 million | 1.54% - 1.74% | 1.20% - 2.20% |
| $6 million - $8 million | 1.53% - 1.73% | 1.20% - 2.20% |
| $8 million - $10 million | 1.49% - 1.69% | 1.00% - 2.20% |
| Over $10 million | 1.46% - 1.66% | 1.00% - 2.20% |
Rates are as quoted by agents, which is usually inclusive of GST. Marketing covers portal listings and preparing the property for sale, such as photography. It excludes work done on the property itself.
GST, negotiation and what agents must disclose
Commission in Australia is not set by law. It is agreed between you and the agent, and it must be written into your agency agreement before the agent starts work.
GST: most agents quote commission inclusive of GST, but not all do. A rate of 2.2% plus GST is really 2.42%, which adds $2,200 on a $1 million sale. Always ask whether a quoted rate includes GST.
Negotiation: commission and marketing are both negotiable. The NSW Government tells sellers they "can negotiate with the agent about the amounts of any commissions, fees or other expenses". In Victoria, agents must tell sellers that commission and expenses are negotiable before they sign.
Disclosure: state rules require the agreed costs to be written down. In NSW, the agency agreement must state the amounts or estimated amounts of commissions and fees, plus the agent's estimated selling price. In Victoria, the sales authority must state the agreed commission and expenses, and if it is a percentage the agent must give a dollar example. Other states have their own rules. Check with your state's consumer protection agency before you sign.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average real estate commission in Australia?
For a property between $500,000 and $1 million, the typical range is about 2.0% to 2.2%. Across all price bands, most agents charge between about 1.5% and 2.6%, with lower rates on more expensive homes.
Is real estate commission negotiable in Australia?
Yes. No state or territory sets a fixed commission rate. Both commission and marketing costs are negotiable, and state regulators encourage sellers to compare agents before signing.
Is agent commission inclusive of GST?
Usually, but not always. Most agents quote a GST-inclusive rate. Confirm this with every agent so you are comparing like with like.
Is marketing included in the commission?
No. Marketing is a separate cost, typically $2,500 to $8,000 depending on the property's value.
Why do commission rates go down as the price goes up?
A percentage of a higher price is already a larger fee, so agents tend to scale their rate down as values rise. The dollar amount still goes up: 1.8% of $2.25 million is $40,500, compared with $15,000 at 2.0% of $750,000.
Do agents charge more for houses than units?
Not significantly. AgentLink data shows commission is driven by the sale price, not the property type.
How do I find out what agents charge in my suburb?
Rates vary between suburbs and states. AgentLink's suburb pages show commission and marketing ranges reported by local agents.
Commission guides for other states
- Real estate agent fees in New South Wales
- Real estate agent fees in Victoria
- Real estate agent fees in Queensland
- Real estate agent fees in Western Australia
- Real estate agent fees in South Australia
- Real estate agent fees in Tasmania
- Real estate agent fees in Australian Capital Territory
- Real estate agent fees in Northern Territory
- Real estate agent fees explained: what does commission include?
- How AgentLink collects and verifies commission and marketing rates
Postcode ranges: NSW 2000-2999 (except ACT), VIC 3000-3999, QLD 4000-4999, WA 6000-6999, SA 5000-5999, TAS 7000-7999, ACT 2600-2618 and 2900-2920, NT 0800-0999.
About this data
The figures on this page come from real estate agents across all Australian states and territories who report their commission range and marketing cost for each of 12 price bands to AgentLink. 38 agents currently contribute to the national figures. Agents update their figures through the AgentLink portal at any time.
- How figures are calculated:for each price band, the published low end is the median of all reporting agents' lows, and the high end is the median of all their highs. The national range is the average of the state and territory figures.
- Low samples: where a state or territory has fewer than 50 reporting agents, the page says so.
- Updates: this page is refreshed as agents report new rates. Figures as at 2026-10-01.
These figures are a general guide, not a quote. Your costs will depend on your property, your suburb and the agent you choose.
Sources
- AgentLink agent-reported commission and marketing data, over 300 agents, as at 1 October 2026.
- Agency agreements, NSW Government (NSW Fair Trading), updated 8 July 2026
- Authorities, rebates and commission, Consumer Affairs Victoria, updated 12 October 2023
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