How much do estate agents charge to sell a house in the UK?

High street estate agents typically charge 1–2.5% of the sale price (inc. VAT). On a £350,000 home that's £3,500–£8,750. Online agents charge a flat fee of £500–£1,500.

When do you pay estate agent fees?

Estate agent fees are only paid on successful completion of the sale — you don't pay if the house doesn't sell (on no-sale-no-fee agreements, which most standard contracts are).

How Much Do Estate Agent Fees Cost?

Estimate estate agent fees for selling your property.

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Factors that affect cost

Property value — fees are usually 1–3% of sale price
Agent type: online vs high street vs premium
Marketing package included (floorplans, professional photos, Rightmove featured)
Whether VAT is included in quoted percentage

💡 Money-saving tips

1.Always negotiate the fee — most agents will reduce by 0.2–0.5%
2.Check fees are inclusive of VAT before comparing
3.Online agents cost less but provide less support through the sale process
4.Multi-agent contracts cost more (2–3.5%) but may sell faster

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