If you're selling your home for sale by owner (FSBO) in Atlanta, hiring a flat-fee MLS service can help you increase your listing's visibility without breaking the bank.
The average commission rate for full-service listing agents in The ATL is approximately 3%. Based on the median sale price for Atlanta homes, as of January 2020, that translates to about $7,230.
In contrast, typical rates for flat-fee MLS companies in Atlanta are in between $99 and $499. Nationwide, the most basic plans can be as low as $50 to $99, while more comprehensive services range upwards of $1,000 to $3,000.
It's important to remember that every Atlanta flat-fee MLS service is different. When evaluating offerings, be sure to read the fine print: look at things like the length of the listing term (and how much it costs to extend); whether there's a fee to make changes to your listing; how many photos are allowed; the policy on buyer's agent commission; and more.
>> LEARN more about flat-fee MLS services and how to evaluate them.
To help you make the right choice, Clever has picked some of the top flat-fee MLS services across Atlanta.
Top Atlanta Flat-Fee MLS Companies in 2020
Simply List Atlanta
Simply List AtlantaPrice Range
$199-$399 (+ closing fees)
Number of Photos
25-36
Listing Term
Until sold
- Simply List Atlanta is a licensed, Georgia real estate brokerage that specializes in flat-fee MLS listing services
- Buyer leads forwarded to you
- Set your buyer’s agent commission (Simply List recommends 2% to 4%)
- Up to 575 characters in the MLS description
- Listing is live within 24 hours of purchase
- Unlimited listing changes
- $75 cancellation fee
- $199+0.3% commission - Free to List package
- Nothing is paid until closing
- Listed until sold
- Serviceable areas include Greater Atlanta and all 159 Georgia counties
- 25 photos
- Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
- Represent yourself and negotiate contracts yourself
- Contract and property disclosure forms available for free
- Yard sign, upon request
- Unlimited listing changes
- $75 cancellation fee
- $399+0.65% - Limited Full Service package
- Same as Free to List package, plus:
- 36 photos
- Serviceable area limited to Greater Atlanta
- Seller representation
- Contract negotiations
- Comparative market analysis (CMA), upon request
- Listing price suggestion, upon request
- Selling strategy advice from listing agent
- Open house postings by listing agent
- Follow-ups with closing attorneys
- Settlement statement review
A-la-carte services include signs, lockboxes, open house postings, copywriting, and floor plans
Rental and commercial property packages also available; see website for details
Pros
- 25 photos in base package
- Fees are not paid until closing for base package
- Unlimited listing changes
- Buyer leads forwarded to you
Cons
- No built-in home valuation / CMA for base package
- Limited Full Service package doesn’t offer full coverage of Georgia
As of January 16, 2020:
- 5-out-of-5-star rating on Yelp (2 reviews)
Georgia Listing Express
Georgia Listing Express.comPrice Range
$195
Number of Photos
5
Listing Term
6 months
- Georgia Listing Express.com is a flat-fee MLS service operated by Select Premium Properties, a licensed real estate brokerage in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC and Pennsylvania.
- Listings typically go live in a business day
- Free listing changes within the first 24 hours ($20 per change after that)
- $45 fee to cancel contract early
- You choose the buyer’s agent commission
- Buyer and agent inquiries forwarded to you via email
- $195
- 6-month listing on MLS
- Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
- 5 Photos
- Contracts and forms (downloadable)
- Color brochure
- ShowingTime scheduling and feedback system
Additional a-la-carte services include: For Sale sign, lockbox, additional photos, open house announcements, and more
Pros
- Offers money-back guarantee if you decide to list with a full-service agent referred by Georgia Listing Express.com
- Buyer inquiries forwarded directly to you
Cons
- Only one option
- $175 processing fee when home closes and $45 cancelation fee
As of January 15, 2020:
- 5-out-of-5-star rating on Google (1 review)
Dream Street Properties, LLC
Dream Street PropertiesPrice Range
$99-$499 (+0.49% at closing)
Number of Photos
32
Listing Term
Until sold
- Dream Street Properties is a licensed, Georgia real estate brokerage that specializes in flat-fee MLS listing services
- Set your own buyer’s agent commission (Dream Street recommend 3%)
- Contract and closing document review
- Additional 0.49% fee due at closing for all plans
- $99
- Listing on GAMLS until sold
- Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
- 32 photos
- Contract and closing document review
- $199
- Same as basic package, plus:
- Unlimited listing on GAMLS and FMLS
- $499
- Same as basic and mid-level packages, plus:
- Live help with listing data entry
- MLS Supra lockbox
- Yard sign
Additional 0.49% fee due at closing for all plans
Pros
- Work directly with the broker, not a referral service
- Unlimited listing term (until property sells or you cancel)
Cons
- 0.49% fee at closing
- No home valuation included
- Information on the Dream Street website is limited. Contact company directly for more information.
As of January 17, 2020:
- 5-out-of-5-star rating on Facebook (1 review)
National Flat-Fee MLS Services & Brokers Operating in Atlanta
Houzeo
HouzeoPrice Range
$199-$349
Number of Photos
6-24
Listing Term
3 to 6 months
- Houzeo is a flat-fee MLS referral service that connects you with Georgia 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
- $199 - Bronze
- 3-month listing on MLS
- 6 Photos
- $25 for each listing change
- Syndicated to Zillow, Trulia, Realtor.com, and more
- $295 - Silver
- 6-month listing on MLS
- 24 Photos
- Syndicated to Zillow, Trulia, Realtor.com, and more
- 10 free listing changes
- Open Houses included in 10 free changes
- Select and communicate with Escrow Agent
- $349 - Gold
- Same as Silver plan, plus:
- Federal and state disclosures forms
- eFile Federal & State Disclosures
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’s price, status, and property description
- $10 for additional changes
- $30-50 for changes to photos and additional open houses
As of January 1, 2020:
- 4.7-out-of-5-star rating on Google (15 reviews)
FSBO.com
FSBO.comPrice Range
$399.95
Number of Photos
Varies by state
Listing Term
6 months
- FSBO.com is a nationwide flat-fee MLS referral service that connects you with licensed brokerage MLSmart Realty, LLC. MLSmart Realty then handles the listing or refers you to a local brokers who will put your home on the MLS for a pre-negotiated rate
- Set your own buyer’s agent commission (FSBO.com recommends 2-3%)
- Making changes to your MLS listing may have additional fees
- Cancel anytime (possible additional fee)
- $399.95 - MLS package
- 6-month listing on MLS
- Syndicated to Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and more
- Approx. 20 photos
- Yard sign (where available)
FSBO.com also has a package for listing on their website — not the MLS — for $99.95
Services, price, and details of FSBO.com flat-fee MLS packages vary by state. States with minimum service requirements may also have additional fees due at closing. Check the website for specifics in your area.
Pros
- Set your own buyer’s agent commission
Cons
- Only one package to choose from
- Experience, additional fees, and service quality may vary depending on your state’s broker
- Doesn’t have full coverage in every state and not available at all in North Dakota
As of January 23, 2020:
- FSBO.com has an A+ rating with Better Business Bureau
- Broker MLSmart Realty has a 4.9-out-of-5-star rating on Zillow (26 reviews)
Note: As a referral service, the reviews and service quality of your local FSBO.com broker may vary. Be sure to research your broker before signing a listing agreement.
Alternatives to Flat-Fee MLS in Atlanta
The Atlanta real estate market is stable. According to Zillow, the median home value rose 2.4% over the past year and is expected to increase by 4.2% in the next year. To realize your home's full value (or ideally more), it's important to weigh all of your options for selling before making a final decision.
- Flat-Fee Real Estate Agents
- Discount Real Estate Agents
- Low-Commission Real Estate Agents
- 1% Commission Real Estate Agents
- Sell to an iBuyer