Selling in Southampton

Sell your house in Southampton without an estate agent

The typical home in Southampton sells for around £245,000. At a standard 1.42% agent fee that's roughly £3,500 in commission — on Keyzee you keep it. List for free, talk to buyers directly, and pay 0% commission.

Estate agent fees in Southampton

Typical Southampton sale price£245,000
Agent fee at 1.42%£3,500
Keyzee commission£0
You could keep£3,500

How to sell your home in Southampton privately

  • Price with evidence. Use real Southampton sold prices to set a confident, realistic asking price. See house prices in Southampton →
  • Talk to buyers directly. Enquiries come straight to you, so questions get answered and viewings booked without an agent relay.
  • Keep the legal bits, lose the commission. You still use a solicitor for conveyancing — you just stop paying 1.42% for the middleman.

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Selling in Southampton — common questions

What do estate agents charge in Southampton?

Estate agents in Southampton typically charge between 1% and 3% + VAT. At the national average of 1.42% including VAT, on a typical £245,000 Southampton sale that's around £3,500. Higher-fee agents can reach £8,800. On Keyzee you pay £0 commission.

Can I really sell my house in Southampton without an estate agent?

Yes. Keyzee lets Southampton owners list directly, take buyer enquiries, and manage offers without paying commission. You keep control of pricing, viewings and timing.

How much could I save selling privately in Southampton?

On a typical Southampton sale price of £245,000, a 1.42% agent fee works out around £3,500 including VAT. On Keyzee that's £0.

Do I still need a solicitor?

Yes — you are removing the estate agent, not the legal process. A conveyancer still handles the legal work once you have agreed a sale.

Selling without an agent in other areas

Typical sale price from HM Land Registry Price Paid data. Agent-fee figure is an estimate at 1.42% including VAT for illustration. Read the full guide to selling without an agent →