How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House in QLD? (2026 Guide)

Selling a house in Queensland typically costs between 3% and 5% of the sale price. On a $750,000 Brisbane property — a reasonable mid-market benchmark — that is roughly $22,500 to $37,500, depending on which items apply to your sale.

Queensland has one of the higher average commission rates of the mainland states, sitting around 2.4% on the conservative industry estimate, with Brisbane at approximately 2.56%. Add marketing, conveyancing and the extras sellers often overlook, and the total bill adds up quickly.

For a national view of selling costs across all states and territories, see the full guide to selling costs in Australia.

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The Quick Answer: Total Selling Costs in QLD

Component	Typical Range	Notes
Agent commission	2.0% – 3.3% of sale price	QLD state avg ~2.4%; Brisbane ~2.56% (estimates)
Marketing	$600 – $2,000+	Metro campaigns can run higher; regional: 0.5–1% of price
Conveyancing (seller-side)	$500 – $2,200	Licensed conveyancer vs solicitor
Auction fee	$200 – $1,000	If selling by auction; private treaty is common in QLD
Optional extras	$2,650 – $9,500	Staging, inspection, mortgage discharge

Source: published industry data as at June 2026. Commission figures are estimates.

Quick arithmetic (standard costs, excluding optional extras): At a $750,000 sale price with Brisbane commission (2.56%), marketing ($4,500) and conveyancing ($1,200):

• Commission: $750,000 × 2.56% = $19,200
• Marketing: $4,500
• Conveyancing: $1,200
• Subtotal: $24,900 (3.32% of sale price)

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Itemised Cost Table — Selling in QLD

Component	Typical Range	Notes
Agent commission — Brisbane	2.0% – 3.0%	Brisbane avg ~2.56%; Gold Coast ~2.25% (estimates)
Agent commission — regional QLD	2.5% – 3.3%	Far-regional towns around 3.0%+
Marketing — metro	$2,000 – $6,000+	Range depends on portal tier and campaign scope
Marketing — regional	0.5–1% of price	No published dollar range; apply percentage rule
Conveyancing	$500 – $2,200	Seller-side cost; licensed conveyancer typical
Auction fee	$200 – $1,000	Lower floor than some states; private treaty is common
Staging (optional)	$2,000 – $8,000	Less universal than Melbourne but used in premium segments
Pre-sale building + pest (optional)	$450 – $900	Pest inspection particularly relevant in QLD due to termites
Mortgage discharge — bank fee (optional)	$150 – $600	Typical ~$350
Mortgage discharge — registration (optional)	$100 – $200	Government land registry fee

Source: published industry data as at June 2026.

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Worked Example: $750,000 Sale in Brisbane

Here is a full cost breakdown at an example sale price of $750,000 in Brisbane.

Commission at Brisbane average (2.56%): $750,000 × 2.56% = $19,200

Marketing (mid-range Brisbane campaign): $4,500

Seller-side conveyancing (typical QLD): $1,200

Auction fee (if selling at auction): $600

Item	Amount
Agent commission	$19,200
Marketing	$4,500
Conveyancing	$1,200
Auction fee	$600
Subtotal (standard costs)	$25,500
Optional: staging	$3,500
Optional: building + pest inspection	$650
Optional: mortgage discharge	$550
Total (all items included)	$30,200

As a percentage of the $750,000 sale price: 3.40% (standard) to 4.03% (all items included).

Use the cost-of-selling calculator to model a different price point, or the agent commission calculator to compare commission rates.

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The Costs Queensland Sellers Often Forget

Pre-Sale Building and Pest Inspection

A combined building and pest inspection typically costs $450 to $900 in Queensland. The pest component is particularly relevant in Queensland's subtropical climate, where termite activity is more prevalent than in southern states. Having your own inspection done before the campaign removes the risk of a buyer using inspection findings to renegotiate the price after exchange.

Staging

Staging is less universally expected in Queensland than in Melbourne's auction market, but it is common in premium segments and in competitive suburbs of Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast. Costs run $2,000 to $8,000 depending on the number of rooms and the property tier.

Mortgage Discharge

Your lender charges a discharge fee when the mortgage is paid out at settlement — typically $150 to $600 (typical ~$350). There is also a government fee of $100 to $200 to register the discharge at the Queensland Titles Registry. Your conveyancer will handle the mechanics; confirm the current fee with them.

For a detailed explanation of the settlement process in Queensland, see Conveyancing in Australia: Contract to Settlement.

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How to Reduce Selling Costs in QLD

Negotiate the commission rate. Queensland's commission average is among the higher mainland state averages. On a $750,000 Brisbane property, the difference between 2.56% and 2.0% is $4,200. Agents in active Brisbane markets will often come down from their opening rate; getting two or three comparable quotes is the most reliable lever.

Compare portal marketing tiers. Queensland's published marketing range is narrower than Sydney or Melbourne, reflecting lower average portal costs in Queensland markets. That said, the commission saving that comes from choosing the right agent is typically larger than the marketing saving — don't let the agent bundle marketing as a way of appearing cheaper overall.

Consider sale method. Private treaty is more common in Queensland than in Melbourne, and for many Queensland properties it produces equivalent or better results while avoiding the auction fee. See Auction or Private Treaty: Choosing the Right Sale Method for a direct comparison.

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The AgentBridge Alternative in QLD

AgentBridge distributes Queensland properties to a national network of 80+ buyers agents rather than listing with one agent for a commission. The fee is a distribution fee, not a commission.

For a $750,000 Queensland property, the band is $600,000–$1,500,000: 1.75% of sale price = $13,125.

Compare to the Brisbane average commission of $19,200 on the same property — a saving of $6,075 on the primary fee alone.

Item	Traditional (commission)	AgentBridge (distribution fee)
Primary fee	$19,200 (2.56% commission)	$13,125 (1.75% distribution fee)
Marketing	$4,500	$4,500
Conveyancing	$1,200	$1,200
Total	$24,900	$18,825
Difference	—	Save $6,075

The distribution fee includes the referral share paid to the buyers agent who introduces the buyer. Because Queensland commission rates sit above the national average, the contrast between a commission-based sale and a distribution-fee sale is more pronounced than in lower-rate states.

AgentBridge works best for Queensland properties with a defined buyer profile — investors, interstate buyers, buyers agents already active in the Queensland market — rather than owner-occupiers browsing the portals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average agent commission in Queensland? Based on published industry data as at June 2026, the state average is estimated at approximately 2.4%, with Brisbane at around 2.56% and the Gold Coast at around 2.25%. Far-regional towns can reach 3.0% or above. These figures are estimates — commissions are fully deregulated and negotiable.

Is stamp duty paid by the seller in Queensland? No. In Queensland, transfer duty (equivalent to stamp duty) is paid by the buyer, not the seller. The seller's costs are commission, marketing, conveyancing and any applicable extras.

Are building inspections more important in QLD than other states? The pest component of a building and pest inspection is particularly relevant in Queensland due to higher termite activity in the subtropical climate. Many Queensland sellers commission an inspection before going to market to identify and address issues proactively.

Does QLD use auctions or private treaty most often? Private treaty is more commonly used in Queensland than in Melbourne, where auction dominates. Auction is used in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast but is not the universal default. The right sale method depends on the property type, price point and current market conditions.

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This article provides general information only. It is not financial, legal or taxation advice. All figures are sourced from published industry data as at June 2026 and are estimates. Confirm current figures with the relevant provider before relying on them.