What Is the Average Real Estate Agent Commission in WA?
The average real estate agent commission in Western Australia is around 2.5% of the sale price, with most Perth agents charging between 2% and 3%. Commission is not regulated in WA: there is no legislated rate, every agency sets its own, and the rate is negotiable. On Perth's median home price of $1,050,000, a 2.5% commission is $26,250 before GST and marketing.
For the full breakdown of every fee model available to Perth sellers, see our guide to real estate agent fees in Perth.
How Real Estate Commission Works in Perth
Commission is calculated on the final sale price and deducted from the proceeds at settlement: sale price multiplied by the agreed rate, plus GST if the rate was quoted exclusive. The rate itself varies with suburb, property type, and the agent's business model, from 1.5% to over 3%.
On top of commission, most agents also charge marketing fees (photography, property website listings, signboards) upfront, typically $2,000 to $4,000.
That means selling a $1,050,000 home through a traditional agent could cost you $29,250+ in total agent fees (commission plus marketing).
Commission is negotiable in WA. But even a small percentage adds up fast. 2.5% of a million-dollar home is $25,000.
Commission vs Flat Fee at Every Price Point
The higher your property value, the more you save with a flat fee. Here's what 2.5% commission looks like compared to KeyHive's $10,500 fixed fee.
Sale price
$500,000
- 2.5% commission
- $12,500
- KeyHive fee
- $10,500
- You save
- $8,250
Sale price
$750,000
- 2.5% commission
- $18,750
- KeyHive fee
- $10,500
- You save
- $15,125
Sale price
$1,000,000
- 2.5% commission
- $25,000
- KeyHive fee
- $10,500
- You save
- $22,000
Sale price
$1,500,000
- 2.5% commission
- $37,500
- KeyHive fee
- $10,500
- You save
- $35,750
Sale price
$2,000,000
- 2.5% commission
- $50,000
- KeyHive fee
- $10,500
- You save
- $49,500
| Sale Price | 2.5% Commission | KeyHive Fee | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $12,500 | $10,500 | $8,250 |
| $750,000 | $18,750 | $10,500 | $15,125 |
| $1,000,000 | $25,000 | $10,500 | $22,000 |
| $1,500,000 | $37,500 | $10,500 | $35,750 |
| $2,000,000 | $50,000 | $10,500 | $49,500 |
Based on 2.5% commission rate (Perth average). The commission figure shown is before GST and marketing. KeyHive Modern Agent is $10,500 total inc GST, including the standard campaign: $2,500 to launch and $8,000at successful settlement. "You save" compares that fixed fee against the full traditional cost, commission plus GST plus the traditional marketing campaign fee.
What the $10,500 Total Covers
KeyHive isn't a discount service cutting corners. For $10,500, you get a licensed real estate agent managing the campaign, buyers, negotiation and contract process through settlement-agent handover. The standard campaign (photography, floorplan, signboard and realestate.com.au Premiere+, reiwa.com.au and keyhive.com.au publication) is included in the total.
Photography, floorplan, drone, signboard, and realestate.com.au placement are included in your fixed upfront campaign charge.
Want to understand the difference between fixed fee and commission in more detail? Read our full comparison.
Common Questions About Commission in Perth
What is the average real estate commission in Perth?
The average commission rate in the Perth metropolitan area is around 2.5%. Rates vary by suburb and agent, with some charging as low as 1.5% and others over 3%. Commission is always negotiable in Western Australia.
How is real estate agent commission calculated?
Commission is a percentage of the final sale price: sale price multiplied by the agreed rate, plus GST if the quote is exclusive. On a $1,050,000 sale at 2.5%, that is $26,250 before GST and marketing. It is deducted from the sale proceeds at settlement.
Is commission the only cost when selling?
No. Many agents charge marketing fees on top of commission. KeyHive Modern Agent instead has a fixed $10,500 inc GST total: $2,500 to launch the listing and $8,000 at successful settlement, with the standard campaign included.
How does a flat fee agent make money?
KeyHive Modern Agent has a fixed $10,500 total inc GST, split between a $2,500 listing launch payment and $8,000 at successful settlement. The included consultation may happen before or after payment, and the price does not increase with your sale price.
Do I get the same level of service with a flat fee?
With KeyHive, yes. Lauren is a licensed real estate agent who handles pricing strategy, negotiations, contract preparation, and settlement coordination, the same professional service as a traditional agent. Different fee model, same expertise.
More questions? Visit our FAQ page or see our full pricing breakdown.
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