How much do real estate agents charge in Canberra?

Real estate commission rates in the Canberra region average at 0.0178% of the final sale price, though these fees can vary depending on your location. You can use our Commission Calculator to see what the average commission rate is in your specific suburb.

What do Canberra agents usually include in their fees?

A professional real estate agent's commission generally covers the core sales service, including pricing strategy, conducting open home inspections, managing buyer enquiries, and lead negotiation. It also encompasses the administrative costs of coordinating contracts and liaising with legal representatives to ensure a seamless settlement process for the vendor.

Do Canberra agents usually charge separate marketing fees?

Yes, in the Canberra market, marketing and advertising costs are typically charged as a separate expense on top of the commission to cover third-party requirements like marketplace portal listings, professional photography, and floor plans. The cost can vary significantly from as little as $500 or into the thousands depending on the strategy employed. You can use our Selling Costs Calculator to get a general idea of what you might pay for your specific property type and location.

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Some of the top local agents in Canberra

Across the 144 suburbs in the Canberra region, here are the agents that have sold the highest number of properties in the last 12 months.

Local

Nick Purnell

PURNELL

125

Sales (12m)

$1.76M

Highest sale

15y

Experience

Sells in Barton, Belconnen, Bonython, Campbell, Chapman, City, Coombs, Dickson, Duffy, Evatt, Farrer, Forrest, Giralang, Griffith, Kaleen, Kingston, Narrabundah, Pearce, Torrens, Turner

16 Houses

Sold (12m)

109 Units

Sold (12m)

Local

Josh Yewdall

Onyx Property Agency - Belconnen

Sales (12m)

$1.94M

Highest sale

Experience

Sells in Amaroo, Aranda, Belconnen, Braddon, Bruce, City, Cook, Coombs, Evatt, Florey, Franklin, Gordon, Greenway, Hawker, Holder, Holt, Lawson, Lyneham, Macgregor, Macquarie, Mckellar, Page, Palmerston, Taylo and more

58 Houses

Sold (12m)

22 Units

Sold (12m)

Local

Jacob Stanton

The Property Collective - Canberra

Sales (12m)

$1.68M

Highest sale

Experience

Sells in Ainslie, Amaroo, Banks, Bonython, Campbell, Casey, Chifley, Chisholm, Conder, Denman Prospect, Downer, Fadden, Franklin, Gordon, Gowrie, Greenway, Griffith, Holt, Isabella Plains, Kambah, Kingston, La and more

55 Houses

Sold (12m)

15 Units

Sold (12m)

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These agents have sold the highest number of properties in the last 12 months.

Local

Stephen Bunday

LJ Hooker - Dickson

Sales (12m)

$2M

Highest sale

30y

Experience

30 Houses

Sold (12m)

22 Units

Sold (12m)

Local

Andrew White

Belle Property Canberra - Canberra

Sales (12m)

$1.95M

Highest sale

15y

Experience

14 Houses

Sold (12m)

23 Units

Sold (12m)

Local

Cameron Cleary

Blackshaw - Queanbeyan & Jerrabomberra

Sales (12m)

$1.04M

Highest sale

Experience

2 Houses

Sold (12m)

10 Units

Sold (12m)

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What makes selling in Canberra unique?

Canberra is the national capital. Median prices have been broadly flat, up 1.9% on the year to $820,000, the highest level in five years.

Homes are selling in a median of 31 days, faster than a year ago, the fastest pace in two years. Auctions are clearing at 61% over the past year.⁽¹⁾ The median has matched the prior peak set in February 2026.

The average commission rate is 1.77% (around $15,000 on a median-priced home). Choose real estate agents in Canberra who have local knowledge and experience and a broad reach when you market your home. When selecting an agent, look beyond the commission rate. Compare their specific track record in your local area, their recent sales volume, and their experience with properties similar to yours. Receive a personalised shortlist of top agents in your local area from our agent comparison tool to sell more confidently.

Last Updated: July 2026

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Frequently asked questions about Canberra

Real estate commission rates in the Canberra region average at 1.78% of the final sale price, though these fees can vary depending on your location. You can use our Commission Calculator to see what the average commission rate is in your specific suburb.
A professional real estate agent's commission generally covers the core sales service, including pricing strategy, conducting open home inspections, managing buyer enquiries, and lead negotiation. It also encompasses the administrative costs of coordinating contracts and liaising with legal representatives to ensure a seamless settlement process for the vendor.
Yes, in the Canberra market, marketing and advertising costs are typically charged as a separate expense on top of the commission to cover third-party requirements like marketplace portal listings, professional photography, and floor plans. The cost can vary significantly from as little as $500 or into the thousands depending on the strategy employed. You can use our Selling Costs Calculator to get a general idea of what you might pay for your specific property type and location.

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(1) Auction clearance rate data has been sourced from Domain Insight.

(2) Sales, DOM and sale price data for the suburb were sourced from Domain Insight.

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