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Use our Ontario real estate commission calculator to estimate the total fees for selling your home in Ontario.
Quick answer: Average Ontario commission is 5% (2.5% per agent). On a $900K GTA home, expect $45,000 in commission plus 13% HST ($5,850). Total: $50,850.
Real estate commission calculator
This real estate commission calculator helps calculate the commission paid to both the seller’s and buyer’s agent on the purchase of a home in Ontario.
What percentage do most realtors charge in Ontario?
The typical real estate commission in Ontario is 5%, split 50/50 between agents:
- Listing agent: 2.5%
- Buyer’s agent: 2.5%
The full commission is typically paid by the seller from sale proceeds.
Ontario Commission Examples by Sale Price
| Sale Price | Commission (5%) | HST (13%) | Total Cost | You Keep |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $25,000 | $3,250 | $28,250 | $471,750 |
| $700,000 | $35,000 | $4,550 | $39,550 | $660,450 |
| $900,000 | $45,000 | $5,850 | $50,850 | $849,150 |
| $1,200,000 | $60,000 | $7,800 | $67,800 | $1,132,200 |
| $1,500,000 | $75,000 | $9,750 | $84,750 | $1,415,250 |
Note: Land transfer tax is a separate cost paid by the buyer.
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