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📊 The data:
We surveyed local agents and found that the average real estate commission in Oregon is 4.99%, which is less than the national average of 5.37%.
To sell a house in Oregon worth $515,439 — the median home value in Oregon — you’ll pay about $25,720 in realtor fees.
Realtor commission is usually the largest cost you'll face when selling your home — but you don't have to pay the full 4.99%.
Clever Real Estate could help you save thousands on commission by pre-negotiating 1% listing fees with full-service Oregon realtors from top brokerages.
On that same $515,439 home — you'd pay just $17,800, up to 31% less than paying average rates.
» SAVE: Sell with Clever for 1% listing fees and save thousands in commission!
How real estate agent commission works
Average listing commission | 2.54% |
Average buyer's agent commission | 2.45% |
Total average commission | 4.99% |
There are usually two real estate agents involved in a home sale:
- The seller's agent (also called the listing agent), who represents the home seller
- The buyer's agent, who represents the person buying the home
Based on our research, the average commission rate for listing agents is 2.54% of the final home price and 2.45% for buyer's agents, for a total of 4.99%.
» LEARN: How do real estate commissions work?
Who pays realtor fees in Oregon?
In Oregon, home sellers pay real estate commission fees out of the final sale proceeds for both agents involved in a deal. Offering to pay for the buyer's agent's commission is an incentive for agents to show your home to their clients.
If you'd like to save on commissions, Clever can connect you with a top listing agent in your area. You'll pay just 1% (or $3,000 if your home sells for less than $350,000), keeping more money in your pocket at the end of your sale.
How to save on realtor fees in Oregon
Commission rates are not set in stone. In fact, we found that while 4.99% is the average in Oregon, rates typically fall between 4.17% and 5.82%. You can save money by negotiating a lower rate with your listing agent or by working with brokerage that has a discounted commission model.
Listing commission range | 2.13%– 2.95% |
Buyer's agent commission | 2.04%– 2.87% |
Total commission range | 4.17%– 5.82% |
Tips for negotiating realtor commission in Oregon
Whether you’re selling a luxury condo in Portland, an investment rental in Eugene, or a vacation home in Bend, you can often save yourself thousands by negotiating a lower commission rate.
Negotiating a lower realtor percentage in Oregon depends on two main factors: your situation and the housing market.
Factor | You may have an easier time negotiating low rates if... |
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Your situation |
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The Oregon housing market |
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While your personal situation will obviously vary, Oregon real estate market conditions will affect all home sellers in your area.
In general, in a seller's market — where home sellers have more leverage than buyers — a listing agent's job is easier and they may be more willing to lower their commission rates. The opposite is usually true in a buyer's market.
» LEARN: Find our top tips for negotiating lower commission fees
To judge the current state of your real estate market, look at these three factors:
- Months of inventory ⓘ
- Sale to list price ⓘ
- Home value trends ⓘ
If every factor points to Oregon being a seller's market, then you may be in a good position to negotiate a lower commission rate with your agent. If market conditions are mixed or favor buyers, it may be more challenging to persuade your realtor to accept a cheaper fee.
The current state of the Oregon real estate market
Factor | Trends | Indication |
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Months of inventory | There's 1.9 months of housing inventory on the market | Seller's market |
Sale-to-list ratio | Homes are selling for 103.34% of their listing price | Seller's market |
Home values | Home values have risen 33.41% year over year | Seller's market |
Low commission real estate companies in Oregon
Negotiating a lower rate with a professional negotiator can be hard! In many cases, home sellers can save just as much (or more!) by selling with a low commission real estate company.
These are some of the top discount and flat-fee MLS services in Oregon.
The top discount real estate companies in Oregon
Discount real estate companies typically offer full-service support for a reduced commission percentage or flat rate. How they create those discounts will depend on the company's model, with some creating more risks and trade-offs than others.
Clever Real Estate
Get Started💲 Listing Fee
$3,000 or 1%
💰 Avg. Savings
$7,375
⭐ Avg. Customer Rating
4.9/5 (1,995 reviews)
Clever is a quick, easy, and free way to find a top-rated local agent. And, unlike many similar companies, Clever pre-negotiates big discounts on your behalf, so you can save thousands without sacrificing on service.
- Clever offers a free, nationwide agent-matching service that partners with full-service local agents from conventional brokerages like Keller Williams, Century 21, and RE/MAX.
- You get multiple agent matches so you can interview, compare marketing plans, and choose the best fit.
- Clever pre-negotiates low rates on your behalf — you get full service for a flat $3,000 listing fee, or just 1% if the home sells for more than $350,000.
- If you buy with Clever, you could get a check worth up to 0.5% of the home price.
- You may not get matched with an agent from your preferred real estate brokerage.
- Agents may not provide premium services like drone photography and professional home staging.
Clever has a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot, based on 1,844 reviews.
Clever has pre-negotiated low commission rates with top agents in all 50 states and Washington, DC.
Redfin
Full Review💲 Listing Fee
1.5% (min. fees vary)
💰 Avg. Savings
$5,550
⭐ Avg. Customer Rating
3.7/5 (301 reviews)
Redfin offers real savings and is a proven brand. But sellers could compromise on service — especially agent experience and availability.
- If you buy and sell with Redfin, you'll get a 0.5% listing fee discount.
- Redfin gives its listings premium placement in its popular home search app.
- If finding the right agent is a top priority, you'll have limited options — Redfin only has a few agents in each of its markets.
- Redfin agents handle more customers at once than the average realtor, so they may not be able to provide as much personalized service.
Redfin has a 3.7 out of 5 rating (301 reviews) across popular review sites like Google and Yelp.
Redfin is available in 80+ U.S. markets (see all locations).
REX Real Estate
Full Review💲 Listing Fee
2.5% ($9,000 min.)
💰 Avg. Savings
-$325
⭐ Avg. Customer Rating
4.7/5 (1,041 reviews)
REX’s promise of huge savings is misleading. Its advertising misrepresents the significant risks of its pricing model and marketing approach. And its high minimum fees mean that many sellers won't save anything.
- REX's approach is incredibly risky — but if the gamble pays off, you could save about 50% on realtor fees
- Like other full-service brokerages, REX agents provide in-person services and support
- REX's 2.5% listing fee doesn't save you much — many full-price agents charge similar rates
- REX doesn't list your home on the MLS, so up to 90% of buyers may not even know it's for sale
- This risky marketing strategy seems likely to fail, so you may not save anything on commission
REX has a 4.7 out of 5 rating (1,041 reviews) across popular review sites like Google and Zillow.
REX is available in the following areas: AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, MD, NV, NJ, OR, PA, TX, WA, DC.
» LEARN: How do discount real estate brokers offer lower fees?
The top flat fee MLS listing services in Oregon
Flat fee MLS services list your home on your local MLS for a low fee, often around $100–$1,000. The trade-off is that you'll have to handle almost the entire home-selling process yourself.
By Owner Oregon
By Owner OregonBest For
Sellers who don't want to hire an agent, but are willing to pay for agent support in negotiations.
Price Range
$399-999
Pros:
- All packages include agent support throughout the listing process.
- Your listing comes with 32 photos and a virtual tour slide-show.
Cons:
- All the services are essentially the same, only the upfront price and the closing percentage fee change.
- There's no cheaper option for a listing without agent support.
Lowes Flat Fee Realty
Lowes Flat Fee RealtyBest For
Sellers who are fine with the basics, but might want agent support down the line.
Price Range
$349-99
Pros:
- Opportunity to upgrade to partial agent service and recieve much greater support.
- The premium package includes a virtual tour for online home viewers.
Cons:
- Costs more and offers less than many similar MLS packages.
- A la carte offerings seem designed to pressure the partial agent service package.
» MORE: What you need to know about flat fee MLS services.
Learn more
Oregon is a jewel of the Pacific Northwest. The state’s economy is growing fast and attracting a flood of new residents eager to experience its many charms. The state has abundant natural beauty, boasting both Crater Lake and the Columbia River. For those who prefer an urban setting, the hip and booming city of Portland has matured into a cultural hub of the West Coast.
Housing values are also booming in Oregon, where the median home value is nearly double the national average. Much of this demand is the result of the state’s high rate of in-migration, which is quadruple the national average, and the state’s diverse economy, which exports $18 billion a year in goods to foreign countries. Bottom line: It’s an expensive market to buy into, but its future prospects look very bright, and sellers are in the driver’s seat.
If you want to save thousands of dollars of commission on your Oregon home sale, Clever pre-negotiates a low 1% commission rate, or a flat fee of $3,000 if your home sells for less than $350,000, and they only work with top agents in Oregon. Contact Clever today to get started on your commission savings!
Methodology
We gathered our commission rate data from a survey of 630 of our partner agents. The survey asked about standard local rates for both listing and buying agents.
Additionally, we utilized the following data from Zillow and Realtor.com:
- Home values, list prices, and sale prices: Based on Zillow data as of August 2022
- Sale prices and sale-to-list ratios: Based on Redfin data as of May 2022 (unless specified otherwise)
- Months of inventory: Based on Realtor.com data as of October 2022