Tampa Bay Flat Fee MLS

List Your Home on Stellar MLS for $399 Flat

Full MLS exposure. Every major portal. Zero listing-side commission at closing. Relevé Real Estate is your licensed Florida broker of record.

Flat Fee MLS

$399

one-time · paid upfront

Traditional 3% Listing

$13,500

on a $450K sale

You save

$13,101

listing-side commission

What’s Included at $399

Included

  • Active Stellar MLS listing (full MLS ID, all fields)
  • Syndication to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com, Trulia
  • Buyer's agent showing requests routed directly to you
  • MLS listing active for up to 6 months
  • Photo upload (up to 40 photos — you provide)
  • Price changes and status updates at no extra cost
  • Licensed Florida broker of record on listing

+Add-ons available

  • Professional photography (add $199)
  • Comparative market analysis / pricing strategy (add $149)
  • Lockbox / electronic key access (add $50/mo)
  • Offer review or negotiation
  • Contract-to-close coordination
  • Inspection or appraisal negotiation
  • Open house coordination

How It Works

01

Choose your package

Select flat fee MLS only, or add photography, CMA, or contract review à la carte. Total transparency — no surprises.

02

Submit your listing details

Complete our online intake form with property details, description, and photos. We create your full MLS listing — every field, every portal.

03

Go live in 24–48 hours

Your home hits Stellar MLS and syndicates to Zillow, Realtor.com, and 200+ portals. Buyer's agents can start scheduling showings immediately.

04

Manage offers directly

Buyer's agents submit offers to you. You review, negotiate, and accept on your own timeline. Need help? Upgrade to full-service at any time.

05

Close and keep your equity

You pay only the agreed buyer's agent commission at closing — zero listing-side commission. On a $450K home, that's ~$13,100 back in your pocket.

Flat Fee MLS vs. Full Service vs. FSBO

Every option has real tradeoffs. Here’s the honest breakdown.

FeatureFlat Fee MLS$399Full Service~3% commissionFSBONo agent
Stellar MLS listing
Zillow / Realtor.com syndication
Professional photographyAdd-on $199✓ IncludedDIY
Pricing / CMA strategyAdd-on✓ IncludedDIY
Showing coordinationSelf-managed✓ IncludedDIY
Offer review & negotiationSelf-managed✓ IncludedDIY
Contract to close managementSelf-managed✓ IncludedDIY
Inspection & appraisal supportSelf-managed✓ IncludedDIY
Listing-side commission$399 flat fee~3% of sale priceNone
Best forExperienced sellersAll sellersVery experienced sellers

* Buyer’s agent commission is separate from the listing fee in all scenarios and is always negotiable.

How Much Could You Save?

Compare what you’d pay at 3% listing commission vs. our $399 flat fee.

$350,000

Traditional: $10,500

Flat fee: $399

You keep

$10,101

$450,000

Traditional: $13,500

Flat fee: $399

You keep

$13,101

$600,000

Traditional: $18,000

Flat fee: $399

You keep

$17,601

Savings represent listing-side commission only. Buyer’s agent commission negotiated separately.

Is Flat Fee MLS Right for You?

Good fit if you…

  • ·Have bought or sold a home before
  • ·Are comfortable vetting buyers and reviewing offers
  • ·Are selling an investment/rental property
  • ·Have time to manage showings and follow-ups
  • ·Want maximum net proceeds on a straightforward sale

Consider full service if you…

  • ·Are selling your primary home for the first time
  • ·Want professional pricing strategy and photography
  • ·Are in a complex situation (estate, divorce, relocation)
  • ·Prefer someone to handle negotiations and closing
  • ·Want the highest possible sale price vs. just a fast sale

Flat Fee MLS — Frequently Asked Questions

What is flat fee MLS listing in Florida?

Flat fee MLS listing means your home appears on the Stellar MLS (and all syndicated portals including Zillow, Realtor.com, Homes.com, and Redfin) for a fixed upfront fee — instead of paying a percentage-based listing commission. You still cooperate with buyer's agents and pay the buyer's agent commission, but you eliminate the listing-side commission entirely.

How much does flat fee MLS cost in Tampa Bay?

Relevé Real Estate offers flat fee MLS listing starting at $399 (one-time, paid upfront). This gets your home listed on Stellar MLS with full syndication to all major portals. Optional add-ons include professional photography ($199), lockbox rental ($50), and contract review ($299). Full-service representation is also available for sellers who prefer hands-on guidance.

Do I still have to pay a buyer's agent commission?

You choose. Under current NAR rules, buyers may negotiate commission directly with their agents. Most Tampa Bay buyer's agents expect 2–3% of the sale price. Offering a competitive buyer's agent commission typically attracts more showings — your Relevé agent will advise on the right number for your market.

Who is flat fee MLS right for?

Flat fee MLS works best for sellers who: (1) have sold a home before and understand the process, (2) are comfortable managing showings and qualifying buyers independently, (3) can review and negotiate contracts without agent support, or (4) are selling a rental/investment property where the margin math justifies a DIY approach. First-time sellers or those in complex situations often benefit from full-service representation.

What is NOT included in flat fee MLS?

The base flat fee does not include: professional photography, comparative market analysis (CMA) / pricing strategy, showing coordination, open house management, offer presentation and negotiation, contract review, inspection negotiation, appraisal management, or closing coordination. These are available as add-ons or through our full-service plan.

Will my home appear on Zillow and Realtor.com?

Yes. All Stellar MLS listings automatically syndicate to Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com, Trulia, and hundreds of other portals. Buyer's agents searching the MLS for their clients will also see your listing. The exposure is identical to a full-service listing.

How long does it take to get listed?

Once you submit your listing documents, photos, and payment, your home typically appears on the MLS within 24–48 business hours. Stellar MLS syndicates to Zillow and Realtor.com within 24 hours of activation. We provide a checklist of everything needed to go live quickly.

Can I switch from flat fee to full service after listing?

Yes. If you list flat fee and later decide you need more support — for example, after receiving a complex offer — you can upgrade to full-service representation. Any flat fee paid is credited toward the full-service commission. Contact us to discuss your situation.

Is flat fee MLS legal in Florida?

Absolutely. Flat fee MLS is fully legal in Florida and has been widely used for over a decade. Florida law allows licensed brokerages to offer limited-service listing agreements. Relevé Real Estate is a fully licensed Florida brokerage.

How much can I save with flat fee MLS?

On a $450,000 Tampa Bay home, a traditional 3% listing commission would cost $13,500. Our $399 flat fee listing saves you $13,101 in listing-side commission. You still cooperate with and potentially pay the buyer's agent. Savings vary by home price — higher-priced homes save proportionally more.

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No listing commission at closing. One-time fee paid upfront.

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Transparent, fixed pricing — no hidden fees
Flexible: upgrade to full service anytime
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