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Thinking of selling? The lowest and highest agent rates revealed
Using commission data from more than 200 postcodes nationwide, bRight Agent has unveiled its Real Estate Agent Commission Rates 2026 State of the States Report, outlining average fees across states and regions.
Across the more than 200 postcodes analysed, the national median agent commission rate came in at 2.65 per cent, with clear variations emerging between states.
Co-founder of bRight Agent Aaron Scott said that when selling their properties, owners should shop around and ensure they aren’t paying more than they should in agent’s fees.
“Selling your home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, yet commission rates are still one of the least transparent parts of the process,” Scott said.
According to the report, Tasmania (Tas) has the highest agent fees in the country, with a median of 3.25 per cent, followed by the Northern Territory (NT) at 3 per cent and South Australia (SA) at 2.9 per cent.
Queensland (Qld) and Western Australia (WA) ranked in the top 5, with agent fees at a median of 2.8 per cent and 2.75 per cent, respectively.
In comparison, NSW and Victoria both see agent fees reach a 2.35 per cent median, while agents in the ACT charge the least across the country, with a median of 2.23 per cent
Across the nation, the highest agent commission rates were led by Tennant Creek – NT, at 3.85 per cent, followed by Carnarvon – WA at 3.80 per cent and Ingham – Qld at 3.75 per cent.
Agent rates of 3.65 per cent were recorded in Boulder – WA and Whyalla – SA, while 3.5 per cent was seen across Strahan – Tas, Northam – WA, Yorketown – SA, and Collie – WA.
Rounding out the top 10 was Berry Springs (NT) with a commission rate of 3.45 per cent.
In terms of dollar amounts, agents in Cronulla – NSW receive the highest commissions, at $51,150, or 1.65 per cent, followed by Bondi Junction, with a median fee of $50,750, or 1.75 per cent.
Rounding out the top three highest commissions were the Perth suburbs of Cottesloe and City Beach, both at a median rate of 1.65 per cent, or $48,675.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, despite recording an agent fee of 3.75 per cent, Ingham was the only suburb with a single-digit commission at $9,937.
Co-founder of bRight Agent, Aaron Scott, said that the figures showed that regional and remote areas are paying substantially higher real estate agent commission rates than the major urban centres.
“Regional areas in WA are particularly expensive, with four of the top ten highest rates coming from those areas.”
“The principal driver for the higher agent commission rates in rural and regional areas is a lack of competition amongst agents.”
“Without strong competition, homeowners aren’t able to shop around as much to get a better rate, and as such, they’re forced to pay higher prices.”
Scott said sellers would need to meet with multiple agents before deciding to list their property with a specific agency to ensure they get the best rates.
“Even a small reduction in commission can put thousands of dollars back in a seller’s pocket, which is especially important if you’re selling under financial pressure,” Scott concluded.
