An agency's commission on a sale is usually 3-5% + IVA (Spanish VAT). For a €200,000 flat, that's €6,000-10,000 + IVA. It's a significant cost, and many owners wonder whether they can avoid it.
What a good agent really does
They bring access to their pool of active buyers, knowledge of the real market price, screening out of unqualified viewers, negotiation handled with emotional detachment, and coordination of the paperwork and the notary.
When selling without an agency can work
- You have time to handle viewings and calls
- The flat is in high demand (a tight market)
- You know potential buyers in your personal network
- You have experience or access to good legal advice
Platforms for selling without an agency
Idealista and Fotocasa let you list as a private seller. Add pisos.com, Habitaclia and Milanuncios for wider reach.
When paying the commission is worth it
A cold market, a complex asset (charges, multiple heirs), lack of time, or a high-value property where negotiating well outweighs the cost of the commission.
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