In Illinois, most real estate agent projects cost between $3,000 and $25,000 per transaction, with a typical price near $12,000. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical real estate agent cost
$3,000 – $25,000
per transaction · typical $12,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Real estate agent cost breakdown
- Discount broker (flat fee)$2,000 – $8,000typical $4,000
- Typical full-service (5-6%)$10,000 – $20,000typical $15,000
- Luxury home (over $1M)$25,000 – $60,000typical $40,000
At a glance
- Typical range$3,000 – $25,000
- Unitper transaction
- Cities covered50
What Real Estate Agents costs
Represents the total commission paid to both buyer's and seller's agents for a typical home sale. Usually around 5-6% of the sale price, but can be negotiated. The seller typically pays both agents out of proceeds.
By city in Illinois
- Addison
- Alton
- Arlington Heights
- Belleville
- Berwyn
- Bolingbrook
- Buffalo Grove
- Calumet City
- Carbondale
- Carol Stream
- Carpentersville
- Champaign
- Chicago
- Cicero
- Crystal Lake
- DeKalb
- Decatur
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
- Elgin
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Hanover Park
- Hoffman Estates
- Joliet
- Kankakee
- Lombard
- Moline
- Mount Prospect
- Naperville
- Normal
- Oak Lawn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Palatine
- Park Ridge
- Peoria
- Rock Island
- Rockford
- Romeoville
- Round Lake Beach
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Springfield
- Streamwood
- Tinley Park
- Urbana
- Waukegan
- Wheaton
Frequently asked questions
Who pays real estate agent fees?
The seller usually pays the commission, which is split between both agents. Buyers may pay in rare cases.
Can I negotiate agent commission?
Yes, commissions are not set by law. Some agents offer reduced rates or flat fees, especially for high-priced homes.
Are there alternatives to full-service agents?
Yes, discount brokers, flat-fee MLS listing services, or FSBO (For Sale By Owner) can save money but require more effort.