October 22, 2026
Real estate agents in Redcliffe usually charge commission of somewhere between 2% and 4% of the sale price, including GST. Budget and flat-fee agencies sit at the low end, full-service agencies higher. On a Redcliffe 4020 house at the CoreLogic median value of $1.07m (August 2026), that's roughly $21,400 to $42,800. Commission is only paid if your home sells, and it comes out of the sale at settlement. On top of commission you'll usually pay for marketing and a couple of small compliance costs, so ask every agent for the full figure in writing.
How is real estate commission worked out?
Most agents in Queensland charge a percentage of the sale price. Some use a flat fee, and a few use a tiered rate, where a higher percentage applies to any amount above an agreed price. Whatever the structure, it must be written into your appointment form (the PO Form 6) before the agent starts marketing your home.
Check two things when you compare quotes:
- Is the rate including GST? 2.5% plus GST is really 2.75%.
- Is it on the full sale price? A tiered rate can make the headline percentage look lower than what you actually pay.
What does commission cost on a Redcliffe home?
Using CoreLogic median values from August 2026, here's what different rates work out to on a typical house:
- Redcliffe 4020, $1.07m median: 2% is $21,400, 2.5% is $26,750, 3% is $32,100
- Kippa-Ring 4021, $971k median: 2% is $19,420, 2.5% is $24,275, 3% is $29,130
- Scarborough 4020, $1.37m median: 2% is $27,400, 2.5% is $34,250, 3% is $41,100
For your own figure, our agent commission calculator works out commission and the other selling costs on your home in seconds. For suburb values, see our Redcliffe Peninsula property market update.
What other costs do you pay when selling?
Commission is the biggest cost, but not the only one. Expect:
- Marketing: photos, floor plan, virtual tour, the realestate.com.au listing, signboard and social ads. With Kindred, marketing in Redcliffe, Kippa-Ring, Scarborough and the rest of the Peninsula starts from $3,910 including GST. It's charged at cost, and you can pay nothing upfront and settle it at settlement.
- Seller's disclosure statement: required in Queensland before you sign a contract. With Kindred this is $55.
- ID verification: $72 per person with Kindred.
- Conveyancing or solicitor: paid to your conveyancer, not the agent.
Our pricing and fees page lists marketing packages for every suburb we cover.
Is a cheaper agent better value?
Not always. The difference between 2% and 2.5% on a $1.07m home is $5,350. A stronger campaign that brings more buyers can lift the sale price by more than that, while a weak one can leave much more on the table. Compare what each agent will do for the fee: how many active buyers they already have, how they'll market your home, and their recent results in your street.
Can you negotiate commission?
Yes. Commission isn't fixed by law in Queensland, so it's agreed between you and the agent. Before you negotiate, ask each agent:
- What is your commission, including GST, on my likely sale price?
- What marketing do you recommend, what does each item cost, and when do I pay it?
- Are there any other fees, such as admin or conjunction fees?
- How long is the appointment, and what happens if I want to end it?
- What have similar homes near me sold for recently, and how long did they take?
A good agent will put every figure in writing before you sign.
When do you pay commission?
At settlement. Your conveyancer pays the agent from the sale proceeds, so you don't pay commission out of pocket. If your home doesn't sell, you don't pay commission.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average real estate commission in Redcliffe?
Most agents on the Redcliffe Peninsula charge between 2% and 4% of the sale price including GST, with many full-service agencies around the middle of that range. Get written quotes from two or three agents to compare.
Is commission charged on the full sale price?
Usually, yes. Some agents use a tiered structure instead. Your PO Form 6 will show exactly how commission is calculated.
Do I pay commission if my house doesn't sell?
No. Commission is only payable when the sale settles. You may still owe for marketing that has been spent, so check how your agent charges for it.
Is marketing included in commission?
Usually not. Marketing is normally a separate cost. With Kindred it's itemised, charged at cost and can be paid at settlement, so there's $0 upfront.
Know your numbers before you choose an agent
Use our commission calculator for a quick figure, or book a free sales appraisal and we'll give you a price range plus every fee in writing. Talk to our Redcliffe real estate agents on (07) 3284 0512.
Median values: CoreLogic, August 2026. Commission examples are illustrations, not quotes. Kindred prices include GST.
