Top Flat-Fee MLS Companies in Tampa, FL

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Katherine Peach

January 4th, 2023
Updated January 4th, 2023

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If you’re selling your home for sale by owner (FSBO) in Tampa, hiring a flat-fee MLS service can help you increase your listing’s visibility to potential buyers.

The average commission rate for full-service listing agents in Florida is approximately 3%. Based on the median sale price for Tampa homes — which as of August 31, 2022 was $370,250 — that translates to about $11,108.

In contrast, you'll pay between $75 and $399 to list your home with flat-fee MLS companies in Tampa. The most basic flat-fee real estate packages will offer little more than a listing on the MLS, but more comprehensive packages could include additional services like help with negotiations and paperwork.

That being said, using a Tampa flat-fee MLS company to sell FSBO comes with additional costs in terms of time, energy, and your final sales price. You'll have to manage your own sale — from scheduling showings to drafting contracts. And, FSBO homes usually sell for 6% less on average than agented properties.

If using a flat-fee MLS company is still the right choice for your sale, we've picked some of the best flat-fee MLS services in Tampa.

But, if you're not ready to sell FSBO, one of your best options is to work with a discount real estate company like Clever. With Clever, you'll only pay 1.5% to list your home instead of the typical 3%. And, you'll get full-service support from a great Tampa realtor so you can sell for top dollar!

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The best Tampa flat-fee MLS companies

Every Tampa flat-fee MLS service is different. When evaluating the following options, be sure to read the fine print. Look at things like the length of the listing term, fees to change your listing, how many photos you can add, and more.

» MORE: Find out how to evaluate flat-fee MLS services

Wendy Smith Real Estate

Wendy Smith Real Estate

Wendy Smith Real Estate

Price Range

$150

Number of Photos

24

Listing Term

Up to 12 months

Description
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Reviews
  • Wendy Smith is a licensed, Florida real estate broker that specializes in flat-fee MLS listing services in Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Hillsborough, Sumter, Lake, Seminole, Orange, Volusia, Osceola, Manatee, Sarasota, DeSoto, and Charlotte counties
  • Set your own buyer’s agent commission
  • Free listing changes (within reason)
  • Buyer and agent inquiries forwarded directly to you
  • Cancel anytime

$150

  • 12-month listing on MLS
  • Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
  • 24 Photos
  • Disclosure forms (downloadable)
  • Open house MLS advertising (with enough notice)


Wendy Smith Real Estate also offers a-la-carte services. Contact brokerage for details

Pros

  • Work directly with the broker, not a referral service
  • Cancel anytime
  • Buyer inquiries forwarded directly to you

Cons

  • No built-in home valuation
  • Only one package to choose from

As of August 8, 2020, broker Wendy Smith has an average rating of 4.8/5 based on 26 reviews on Zillow.

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Florida Flat Fee MLS

Florida Flat Fee MLS

Florida Flat Fee MLS

Price Range

$188-298

Number of Photos

6-12

Contract Length

6-12 months

Description
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Reviews
  • Florida Flat Fee MLS is a licensed real estate brokerage in that specializes in flat-fee MLS services across the state of Florida
  • 3% buyer’s agent commission (no commission if you find an unrepresented buyer)
  • Agent and buyer inquiries forwarded directly to you
  • Make free changes to your listing
$188 - Basic
  • 6-month listing on MLS and Realtor.com
  • 6 photos
  • FSBO web page for your property
  • Broker support

$298 - Premium
  • Same as Basic package, plus:
  • 12-month listing on MLS and Realtor.com
  • Max photos allowed on MLS
  • Syndicated to Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, and more
  • Lockbox (yours to keep)
  • Custom for sale sign with your phone number (shipping included)
  • Comparative market analysis (CMA)
  • Contracts and disclosures
  • Broker support


Pros

  • Work directly with the broker, not a referral service
  • Bulk discounts for property investors
  • Inquiries forwarded directly to you — no buyer’s agent commission if you find a buyer

Cons

  • Only 6 photos included in Basic package
  • No a-la-carte service options

As of August 11, 2020, Doug Addeo (Florida Flat Fee MLS’s broker) has a 4.8/5 rating on Zillow (14 reviews).

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Jack Keller Inc Realtors

Jack Keller Inc Realtors

Jack Keller Inc. Realtors

Price Range

$75-375+

Number of Photos

12-50

Listing Term

Until house is sold

Description
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Reviews
  • Jack Keller Inc., Realtors is family-owned real estate brokerage offering flat-fee MLS services to most of Florida
  • Listing options for residential and commercial properties, vacant land, and boat docks
  • A variety of payment options including $0-down, monthly payments, and bitcoin
  • You set the buyer’s agent commission (minimum $1)
  • Contracts, addendums, and disclosures included
  • Listings typically go live on MLS within one business day of submission
  • Set your own listing term with unlimited renewals
  • Free changes to your listing (will bill for excessive or substantial changes)
  • $150 ($75 for commercial properties, vacant land, boat docks)
    • Listing on MLS until house sells
    • Syndicated to Realtor.com, Trulia, Zillow, Redfin, and more
    • 12 photos
    • Contracts, addendums, and disclosures
    • Free MLS listing changes


  • $375 - Expert Seller
    • Same as basic package, plus:
    • Up to 50 photos on MLS
    • Up to 100 photos on Realtor.com
    • Realtor.com leads forwarded to you
    • Access to ShowingTime showing scheduling system
    • Up to 15 open houses in MLS, Realtor.com, Zillow, and more


  • 1% at closing (with $375 down) - Partial Full Service
    • Same as Expert Seller package, plus:
    • Advice, contract review, negotiation support, professional recommendations, cost estimating per offer
    • Escrow services
    • Digital signature software
    • Unlimited open houses


For packages over $99, you can finance your purchase through PayPal Credit



Additional a-la-carte services include: showing scheduling, open house announcements, partial full service, and more

Pros

  • Work directly with the broker, not a referral service
  • Free MLS listing changes (within reason)
  • Unlimited listing term (until property sells or you cancel)
  • Contracts, addendums, and disclosures included
  • $0-down payment options available

Cons

  • Realtor.com leads only forwarded to you with Expert Seller package
  • Does not cover all of Florida

As of August 11, 2020, Jack Keller Inc, Realtors has an average rating of 3.9/5 based on 35 reviews on Google and has an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau.

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National flat-fee MLS services in Tampa

Didn't find a great option in local flat-fee MLS companies? These national brands operate in the Tampa area, too.

Houzeo

Houzeo

Houzeo

Price Range

$245-399

Number of Photos

6 to max allowed

Listing Term

3 to 6 months

Description
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Reviews
  • Houzeo is a flat-fee MLS referral service that connects you with Florida brokers and agents who will list your home on your local MLS for a pre-negotiated rate
  • Draft your listing, upload photos, set your price, and sign MLS contracts via Houzeo’s online dashboard
  • Autofills listing details using publicly available info about your home to expedite the listing process
  • Home valuation not included in service
  • Does not require that you offer buyer’s agent commission
  • Listing is typically live within 24 hours of submission
$245 - Bronze
  • 3-month listing on MLS
  • 6 Photos
  • Virtual tour
  • $25 for each listing change
  • Syndicated to Zillow, Trulia, Realtor.com, and more
$299 - Silver
  • Same as Bronze plan, plus:
  • 6-month listing on MLS
  • 24 Photos
  • 10 free listing changes
  • Select and communicate with Escrow Agent
$399 - Gold
  • Same as Silver plan, plus:
  • Max photos allowed by MLS
  • Federal and state disclosures forms















Pros

  • Free cancellation anytime (no refunds)
  • Freedom to specify any buyer’s agent commission
  • Listings typically go live within 24 hours

Cons

  • Limited coverage in rural areas
  • “Free changes” only apply to listing price, status, and property description; $10 for additional changes

As of August 11, 2020, Houzeo has an average rating of 4.8/5 based on 21 reviews on Google.

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ISoldMyHouse.com

ISoldMyHouse.com

iSoldMyHouse.com

Price Range

$299-399

Number of Photos

6-25

Listing Term

6-12 months

Description
Pricing
Pros & Cons
Reviews
  • ISoldMyHouse.com is a nationwide flat-fee MLS referral service, operated by Get Listed Realty, that connects you with local brokers and agents who will list your home on the MLS for a pre-negotiated rate
  • You set buyer’s agent commission (recommend 2%-3%)
  • Listing is live within 24 hours
  • No cancellation fee
  • Unlimited listing changes
  • Buyer leads forwarded to you
  • $299 - Get LISTED
    • 6-month listing on MLS
    • Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
    • 6 or 10 Photos
    • Unlimited listing changes
    • Buyer leads forwarded to you
    • Contracts, disclosures, and other forms
    • Seller-managed ISoldMyHouse.com listing


  • $399 - Get SOLD
    • Same as Get LISTED package, plus:
    • 25 photos
    • 12-month listing on MLS (in some states)


A-la-carte services include signs, lockboxes, and more



Additional fees may apply or services may differ if you live in a state with laws about minimum brokerage service requirements.

Pros

  • Unlimited listing changes
  • Buyer leads forwarded to you
  • No cancellation fee
  • Free online guides and articles for selling a home without a realtor
  • Easy social media sharing on all the major platforms

Cons

  • The network of affiliate brokers doesn’t cover every county in the country
  • Only 6-10 photos in base package
  • No built-in home valuation or market analysis

As of August 11, 2020, iSoldMyHouse.com has an average rating of 4.1/5 based on 8 reviews on BirdEye and has an A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau.

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Alternatives to flat-fee MLS services in Tampa

To sell your home for top price, it’s important to weigh all of your options before making a final decision. A Tampa flat-fee MLS company may make the most sense for your sale, or one of these options may work better.

For most sellers, though, working with a company like Clever is the best way to maximize your savings while selling your home for top dollar.

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