Top Flat Fee MLS Companies in Virginia Beach, VA

• Southerland Real Estate is a licensed, Virginia real estate brokerage that specializes in flat-fee MLS listing services in Hampton Roads
• Listing is typically live on MLS within 48 hours
• Set your own buyer’s commission
• Money-back guarantee available for Basic and Agent Assist packages
• Built-in property valuation report, staging advice, for sale sign, and lockbox
• Additional $99 transaction fee due when house sells

Pros

• Offers money-back guarantee if you decide to list with a full-service agent referred by Southerland Real Estate
• Property valuation report, staging advice, and professional photography included in base package

Cons

• Additional $99 transaction fee is due at closing
• Website is not clear regarding listing terms and number of photos on your listing

As of August 10, 2020, Steve Southerland (principal broker) has an average rating of 5/5 based on 78 reviews across Zillow and Realtor.com

• Zillow: 5/5 (61 reviews)
• Realtor.com: 5/5 (17 reviews)

• Cottage Street Realty is a flat-fee MLS service operated by Flat Fee Group, a licensed real estate brokerage in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C.
• Contracts, addendums, and disclosures
• Buyer leads forwarded to you
• Printable color flyer
• A-la-carte services include signs, market analyses, open house announcements, and more
• Unlimited listing changes can be purchased for $45

A-la-carte services include signs, market analyses, open house announcements, and more

Unlimited listing changes can be purchased for $45

Pros

• Buyer leads forwarded to you
• 50 photos in base package

Cons

• $45 for unlimited listing changes
• Market analysis not included in base package

As of August 4, 2020, Cottage Street Realty has an average rating of 5/5 based on 10 reviews across Google, Yelp, and Zillow.

• Google: 5/5 (5 reviews)
• Yelp: 5/5 (2 reviews)
• Zillow: 5/5 (3 reviews)
• BBB: A+

• DNK Real Estate is a licensed real estate brokerage in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia that specializes in flat-fee MLS listing services
• DNK Real Estate offers flat fee MLS listing services, as well as full- and limited-service real estate agents
• The company offers many a-la-carte services with their flat fee packages, but all their services are non-refundable
• A-la-carte services include: Expedited flat fee mls listing, uploading extra photos, virtual tours, yard signs, realtor lock box, and printable flyers
• It typically takes two to three business days to list with DNK Real Estate
• Buyer’s agent commission isn’t required, but if a buyer’s agent brings a buyer you’re expected to pay their commission fee
• Sales comps are available at certain pricing tiers

Pros

• 1% limited service options available for home sellers that need help with contracts
• Lots of a-la-carte options help home sellers customize the service to their needs

Cons

• Upsells on services that are standard for other flat fee MLS services, e.g., $10 for extra photo uploads, $25 to change listing info, etc.
• Other flat fee MLS services charge less and provide more out of the box
• $2000 non-refundable fee to use access 1% limited-service agent
• Need to pay for sales comps in your area

As of August 4, 2020, DNK Real Estate has an average rating of 4.9/5 based on 10 reviews across Facebook and Zillow.

• Facebook: 5/5 (1 review)
• Zillow: 4.9/5 (9 reviews)
• BBB: A+

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.

Your listing will be live within 24 hours.

The lower-priced plan is good for rentals and small 1–2 bedroom homes where limited photos are needed.

Get LISTED!: $299

• 6-month MLS listing

• 6 photos

• Schedule open houses

• Online customer support

• Cancel anytime

• Lead forwarding

Get SOLD!: $399

Includes Get LISTED! plan, plus:

• 25 photos

Pros

• You get unlimited listing changes.

• You choose the buyer's agent commission.

• Leads are forwarded to you.

• There's no cancellation fee.

• There are free online guides and articles for selling a home without a realtor.

• You can easily share your listing on all major social media platforms.

Cons

• The only difference between the packages is the number of photos allowed.

• There's no built-in home valuation or market analysis.

As of June 3, 2023, ISoldMyHouse.com has 3.8/5 stars across 9 Birdeye reviews and an A rating on the Better Business Bureau.

• Flat Fee Group is a network of independent brokers that offer flat-fee services in their respective state(s)
• Pay no buyer’s agent commission if you find an unrepresented buyer
• Buyer and agent inquiries forwarded to you (in most states)
• Contracts, disclosures, and addendums included (in most states)

Packages, services, and pricing vary by state. Check the website for details about options in your area.

Pros

• Work directly with the broker, not a referral service
• Buyer inquiries forwarded directly to you
• Pay no commission if you find an unrepresented buyer

Cons

• As of August 10, 2020, does not have an independent broker in Montana, West Virginia, and Wyoming
• Experience and service quality may vary depending on your state’s broker

As of August 10, 2020, no third-party review information was available for Flat Fee Group. However, as a network of independent brokers, you can check the website, find your state’s broker and research their individual reviews.