Sell Your Alexandria Home for 1.5% — Full-Service, Zero Compromise
Sell Your Alexandria Home for 1.5% — Full-Service, Zero Compromise
Alexandria is the #1 appreciation market in Northern Virginia for 2026 — NVAR and George Mason University forecast single-family prices up 4.2%, the strongest in the region. For sellers, that's the good news. The less-good news: most agents still charge a legacy 3% listing-side commission on homes that are already commanding top-of-NOVA prices. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group's 1.5% full-service program gives Alexandria sellers the same marketing, the same negotiation, and the same MLS exposure — at half the listing-side cost.
Quick Answer: A low commission realtor in Alexandria VA can list your home for 1.5% — half the traditional 3% listing-side fee — without cutting any service. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group's 1.5% program includes 4K photography, drone video, 3D tours, MLS syndication, and partner-led negotiation. On a $700,000 Alexandria home (the late-2025 citywide median), that saves roughly $10,500 versus a 3% listing agent. On an Old Town rowhouse in the $1.1M range, the savings climb past $16,500.
Key Takeaways
- Alexandria's overall median home price is approximately $700,000 as of late 2025, with single-family prices forecast to rise 4.2% in 2026 — the strongest appreciation in Northern Virginia (NVAR/GMU).
- Total seller costs in Alexandria typically run 5%–8% of sale price, with commission as the largest line item.
- As a Virginia independent city inside the NOVA congestion-tax zone, Alexandria sellers pay both the $1-per-$1,000 state grantor tax and the $0.10-per-$100 NOVA congestion tax at closing.
- Post-NAR settlement (effective August 2024), buyer-agent compensation is fully negotiable and disclosed separately from listing commission.
- The Jamil Brothers' 1.5% program is full-service, never flat-fee MLS or limited service — same drone, 3D, photography, and partner negotiation at every price point.
- Alexandria neighborhoods range from Landmark/Cameron Station condos ($350K–$500K) to Old Town and Rosemont rowhouses and SF ($900K–$2M+).
In This Guide
- The Alexandria market in 2026 — NOVA's #1 appreciation forecast
- The commission math: 1.5% versus 3% in Alexandria dollars
- What the 1.5% full-service program actually includes
- Calculate your Alexandria savings
- Pricing by Alexandria neighborhood
- Full closing-cost breakdown for Alexandria sellers
- Full-service 1.5% vs. flat-fee MLS vs. discount brokers
- The Alexandria selling timeline — start to close
- The Old Town factor — selling a historic Alexandria home
- Post-NAR settlement: how buyer-agent compensation works now
- How to choose a listing agent in Alexandria
- Common Alexandria seller mistakes to avoid
- Frequently asked questions
- Glossary
The Alexandria market in 2026 — NOVA's #1 appreciation forecast
Alexandria enters 2026 in a position most markets would envy. The NVAR/George Mason University 2026 Regional Housing Forecast projects Alexandria single-family prices up 4.2% — the strongest appreciation rate of any jurisdiction in Northern Virginia. Townhome prices are forecast to rise 2.5%, and condo prices a more modest 1.1% as that segment continues to find its footing.
Why Alexandria? Three structural forces. First, supply is tight — Alexandria is a built-out independent city with little developable land, which keeps inventory pressure persistent. Second, demand is durable: federal employment, Amazon HQ2 proximity, Metro access, and the city's historic walkability anchor buyer interest. Third, mortgage rates have settled near multi-year lows (roughly 6%), unlocking buyers who were sidelined in 2023–2024.
Rising single-family inventory (forecast up ~33% in 2026) means buyers have more choices than they did at the pandemic peak — but demand is growing too, with unit sales expected to rise 4.5%. The net effect: a healthier, more balanced market, with well-prepared homes still commanding premium prices. For sellers, that's an invitation to list — but also a reminder that strategy, pricing, and presentation matter more than they have in years.
ALEXANDRIA CITY MARKET SNAPSHOT — 2026
The best selling window in Alexandria is historically February through July, with April–June producing the strongest combination of buyer demand, faster sales, and higher sale prices. If you're thinking about listing in 2026, that window is already open.
The commission math: 1.5% versus 3% in Alexandria dollars
Commission is the single largest cost an Alexandria seller pays — and it scales linearly with price. The traditional listing-side fee is 3% of the sale price. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group's program is 1.5%. The math isn't complicated: half the listing-side fee, full marketing and negotiation, and the difference flows to you at closing.
| Sale Price | 3% Listing Fee | 1.5% Listing Fee | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $450,000 (Landmark / Cameron Station) | $13,500 | $6,750 | $6,750 |
| $700,000 (citywide median) | $21,000 | $10,500 | $10,500 |
| $900,000 (Del Ray / typical SF) | $27,000 | $13,500 | $13,500 |
| $1,100,000 (Old Town rowhouse) | $33,000 | $16,500 | $16,500 |
| $1,600,000 (Old Town / Rosemont premium) | $48,000 | $24,000 | $24,000 |
For most Alexandria sellers, that's a meaningful downpayment on the next home or a substantial boost to retirement savings. For a Del Ray homeowner moving up to Old Town, it can be the difference between stretching for an extra bedroom and staying comfortable. The savings are large because Alexandria prices are large — and the legacy 3% model has been costing local sellers more than it needs to for years.
Get a personalized Alexandria home valuation from The Jamil Brothers — street-level, neighborhood-specific comps from someone who actually sells in Old Town, Del Ray, and the West End. Response within 24 hours.
What the 1.5% full-service program actually includes
A 1.5% fee only matters if the service behind it is genuinely full-service. The Jamil Brothers program isn't a flat-fee MLS package, it isn't limited service, and it isn't a discount tier. Every Alexandria listing — whether it's a $425K Cameron Station condo or a $1.8M Old Town rowhouse — gets the same marketing package, the same negotiation team, and the same partner-level attention from Saad Jamil and Arslan Jamil personally.
Included at 1.5% — every Alexandria listing
- ✓ Professional 4K interior photography (HDR, twilight shots where applicable)
- ✓ Aerial drone video and stills (FAA-licensed pilot — especially valuable for Old Town and waterfront properties)
- ✓ Matterport 3D virtual tour with floorplan — critical for out-of-state federal relocation buyers
- ✓ Bright MLS syndication (Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, Homes.com — every major portal)
- ✓ Pre-listing pricing strategy with comp analysis specific to your Alexandria sub-market
- ✓ Custom property website with shareable link
- ✓ Open house coordination and broker tour management
- ✓ Targeted social and digital advertising to qualified Alexandria-area buyers, including federal employee and Amazon HQ2 segments
- ✓ Saad Jamil and Arslan Jamil personally lead negotiation — not handed to a junior agent
- ✓ Full transaction management through closing (inspection, appraisal, historic-review coordination where applicable, contingencies, settlement)
- ✓ Post-closing support and lifetime referral relationship
There is no upsell, no "premium marketing package" add-on, no tier where the photography gets better. The 1.5% fee is the full program — applied identically to every home — because we'd rather earn the next Alexandria listing through performance than nickel-and-dime the current one.
Calculate your Alexandria savings
Pick the price band closest to your Alexandria home below to see exactly what 1.5% versus 3% looks like in dollars. The default is set to $750K — close to the overall citywide median.
Seller Savings Calculator
How much more do you keep with our 1.5% listing fee?
Select your home's estimated value to see your real net proceeds — side by side. ($750K reflects the Alexandria citywide median.)
Traditional Agent — 3%
Our Fee — Only 1.5%
Extra in your pocket
$6,000
vs. a traditional 3% listing agent — with zero reduction in service or marketing.
Traditional Agent — 3%
Our Fee — Only 1.5%
Extra in your pocket
$7,500
vs. a traditional 3% listing agent — with zero reduction in service or marketing.
Traditional Agent — 3%
Our Fee — Only 1.5%
Extra in your pocket
$9,000
vs. a traditional 3% listing agent — with zero reduction in service or marketing.
Traditional Agent — 3%
Our Fee — Only 1.5%
Extra in your pocket
$11,250
vs. a traditional 3% listing agent — with zero reduction in service or marketing.
Traditional Agent — 3%
Our Fee — Only 1.5%
Extra in your pocket
$15,000
vs. a traditional 3% listing agent — with zero reduction in service or marketing.
Estimates only. Closing costs vary. Buyer's agent commission is negotiable.
Pricing by Alexandria neighborhood
"Alexandria" covers a remarkable spread — from Cameron Station condos to Old Town waterfront rowhouses, from Del Ray Craftsman bungalows to West End garden-style communities. Pricing strategy should reflect that. Below are typical 2026 ranges by sub-area, drawn from recent Bright MLS sold data and our active listings across the city.
| Sub-Area | Typical Price Range | Common Property Type | 1.5% Savings vs 3% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark / Van Dorn | $350K–$500K | Condos, garden apts. | $5,250–$7,500 |
| Cameron Station | $450K–$700K | Condos, townhouses | $6,750–$10,500 |
| Eisenhower East / Carlyle | $550K–$850K | High-rise condos, townhouses | $8,250–$12,750 |
| Del Ray | $800K–$1.3M | Craftsman bungalows, SF | $12,000–$19,500 |
| Rosemont | $1.0M–$1.6M | Historic SF, larger lots | $15,000–$24,000 |
| Old Town (condos) | $550K–$900K | Historic conversion condos | $8,250–$13,500 |
| Old Town (rowhouse/SF) | $1.1M–$2.5M+ | Federal-style rowhouses | $16,500–$37,500+ |
| Seminary Hill / Fairlington | $500K–$850K | Colonial SF, courtyard condos | $7,500–$12,750 |
For neighborhood-specific listings and recent sold data, see our Alexandria community page or browse current homes for sale across Northern Virginia.
Full closing-cost breakdown for Alexandria sellers
Commission is the biggest line, but it isn't the only one. Here's everything an Alexandria seller typically pays at closing — using a $700,000 sale price (the late-2025 citywide median) for the dollar examples.
| Cost Item | Typical Rate | On a $700K Alexandria Sale |
|---|---|---|
| Listing-side commission (Jamil Brothers 1.5%) | 1.5% | $10,500 |
| Buyer-agent compensation (negotiable) | 2%–2.5% | $14,000–$17,500 |
| Virginia grantor tax | $1.00 per $1,000 | $700 |
| NOVA congestion tax (Alexandria is in zone) | $0.10 per $100 | $700 |
| Settlement / title fees | ~$500–$1,200 | ~$800 |
| Recording fees / deed prep | ~$150–$300 | ~$200 |
| Property tax proration | Days owned in tax year | Varies |
| Condo/HOA resale packet (if applicable) | $250–$500 | ~$400 |
| Termite inspection (if VA/FHA buyer) | ~$75–$150 | ~$100 |
| Negotiated repair credits (if any) | Varies | $0–$5,000+ |
ℹ️ Alexandria is a Virginia independent city
Alexandria is one of Virginia's independent cities — it's not inside Fairfax County, despite bordering it. That affects everything from property-tax records to real-estate filings. It also means Alexandria sits inside the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority footprint, so sellers pay both the state grantor tax ($1 per $1,000) and the NOVA congestion tax ($0.10 per $100). Plan for both lines on your closing statement.
For a personalized, line-by-line breakdown specific to your property, run our free seller net sheet calculator.
Our seller net sheet breaks down every Alexandria cost — commission, grantor tax, congestion tax, settlement fees — so you know your real bottom line before you list.
Full-service 1.5% vs. flat-fee MLS vs. discount brokers
Once Alexandria sellers start looking at lower-commission options, they typically run into three different categories of service. They aren't interchangeable, and the differences matter — especially in a market where presentation and pricing precision drive a measurable premium on the final sale price.
| Service Element | Flat-Fee MLS ($300–$1K) | Discount Broker (1%–2%) | Jamil Brothers (1.5%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MLS listing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional photography | Add-on / DIY | Sometimes | ✓ Included (4K HDR) |
| Drone video | No | Rare | ✓ Included |
| 3D Matterport tour | No | Rare | ✓ Included |
| Old Town / historic expertise | No | Varies | ✓ Saad/Arslan personally |
| Negotiation | You handle it | Often junior agent | ✓ Partner-led |
| Inspection / appraisal management | You handle it | Yes (varies) | ✓ Full |
| Showing coordination | You handle it | Yes | ✓ Full |
| Local Alexandria market depth | No | Varies wildly | ✓ 840+ DMV homes sold |
| ✓ Pros of full-service 1.5% | ✗ Tradeoffs of flat-fee / DIY routes |
|---|---|
| Same marketing as a 3% listing — drone, 3D, 4K stills | Most flat-fee plans require you to take your own photos |
| Partner-level negotiation on every offer | FSBO sellers face buyer-agent negotiation alone |
| Full transaction management (inspection, appraisal, closing) | Discount brokers often hand you off mid-deal |
| Specific Old Town, Del Ray, and West End expertise | National brands rarely have neighborhood-level data |
| Dedicated point of contact through closing | Some discount models rotate agents per task |
If you want to compare specific national alternatives side by side, see Redfin vs. Jamil Brothers, Clever vs. Jamil Brothers, or Opendoor vs. Jamil Brothers.
The Alexandria selling timeline — start to close
From first conversation to closing day, most Alexandria sales we manage at 1.5% take roughly 60–80 days. Historic Old Town properties may take slightly longer due to inspection nuances and appraiser lead times. Here's how a typical timeline breaks down.
Pre-listing consultation — Day 1
Free in-home or virtual consultation. We walk the property, discuss your timing, and sketch a pricing range based on Alexandria-specific, neighborhood-specific comps. No commitment.
Prep & staging recommendations — Days 2–10
Focused punch list: paint, decluttering, light landscaping. For Old Town homes, careful attention to historic-character preservation — strip nothing that adds value.
Photography, drone & 3D tour — Days 10–14
Single half-day shoot. For Old Town and waterfront homes, drone exteriors and golden-hour twilight shots are especially effective. Photos and tour delivered within 48 hours.
Live on Bright MLS — Day 14–15
Listing goes live with full syndication. First weekend open house — essential in Alexandria, especially for Del Ray and Old Town buyers who want to walk neighborhoods.
Showings & offers — Days 15–35
Most well-priced Alexandria homes get strong offers in the first 7–21 days. With single-family leading NOVA appreciation, pricing precision in the first two weeks is especially important.
Under contract — Days 35–65
Inspection, appraisal, financing contingency, title work. Saad and Arslan personally manage every contingency — no handoffs.
Closing day — Day 60–80
Sign at the title company, fund, and the savings hit your settlement statement. You walk away with the difference.
The Old Town factor — selling a historic Alexandria home
Old Town Alexandria is one of the most distinctive housing markets in the DMV. Federal-style rowhouses dating to the 1700s and 1800s, brick sidewalks, proximity to the Potomac — the premium is real, and it commands careful handling when you sell.
What's different about selling in Old Town or a historic neighborhood
- ✓ Historic character commands a premium — but only if it's showcased properly. Heart-pine floors, original mantels, and brick fireplaces need to be emphasized, not hidden.
- ✓ BAR (Board of Architectural Review) approvals. Older renovations in historic districts may have required BAR approval. Unpermitted exterior changes can surface at inspection or appraisal.
- ✓ Appraisal expertise matters. Not every appraiser is comfortable with 1800s rowhouses. We specifically request appraisers with historic Alexandria experience when appraisals are ordered.
- ✓ Twilight and drone photography carry extra weight. Old Town's architectural character reads beautifully at dusk — and drone shots showing proximity to King Street, the Potomac, or walkable amenities add measurable value to listing presentation.
- ✓ Staging needs to honor the building. Over-modernized staging in a 19th-century rowhouse can actually reduce buyer appeal. Mix period-appropriate pieces with clean lines.
4K photography, drone video, 3D tours, expert negotiation, and full MLS marketing — all included at 1.5%. No hidden fees, no service reductions, no surprises.
Post-NAR settlement: how buyer-agent compensation works now
In August 2024, the National Association of Realtors settlement changed how buyer-agent compensation works nationally — and Alexandria sellers are still adjusting. Here's the practical version, with no jargon.
Before the settlement: Most listing agreements bundled buyer-agent compensation into the total commission (e.g., a 6% total commission was split 3% listing / 3% buyer-side, paid by the seller).
After the settlement: Buyer-agent compensation is fully negotiable and disclosed separately. Sellers can choose whether to offer it, how much to offer, and whether to advertise it. Buyers and their agents now sign written representation agreements before touring.
⚠️ What this means for Alexandria sellers
Offering competitive buyer-agent compensation (typically 2%–2.5% in Alexandria) still helps attract more buyers and offers — but you control the number. Refusing to offer anything is legal but tends to shrink your buyer pool meaningfully. We help you decide what to offer based on your specific property, price point, and the temperature of your Alexandria sub-market.
How to choose a listing agent in Alexandria
Picking the right Alexandria listing agent isn't about picking the lowest fee or the agent with the most yard signs. It's about pattern-matching: do their actual sold listings look like yours? Do they know your specific sub-market — Old Town vs. Del Ray vs. West End? Are they accessible? Use the criteria below to filter any agent — including us.
Objective criteria for evaluating any Alexandria listing agent
- ✓ Verifiable Bright MLS sold history in your specific Alexandria sub-market in the last 12 months
- ✓ For Old Town: experience with historic properties and BAR-compliant renovations
- ✓ Average days-on-market for their listings vs. the city average
- ✓ List-to-sale price ratio (under 97% may indicate pricing or negotiation issues)
- ✓ Look at their current MLS photos — do they meet 4K/HDR/drone standards?
- ✓ Volume of recent reviews (last 12 months) on Google, Zillow, and Realtor.com
- ✓ Clear written explanation of every fee — listing-side, buyer-side, marketing add-ons
- ✓ Who specifically will negotiate your offers — partner or junior agent?
- ✓ Direct phone access — can you actually reach them, or only the team?
Saad Jamil and Arslan Jamil are NVAR Lifetime Top Producers, ranked in the top 1% of agents nationwide, with 840+ DMV homes sold and over $500 million in closed volume. Both are personally accessible and lead negotiation on every Alexandria listing. Reach the team directly at (703) 782-4830.
Common Alexandria seller mistakes to avoid
The five most expensive mistakes we see
- ✗ Overpricing the first two weeks. The first 14 days of MLS exposure produce the most showings and the strongest offers. Overpriced Alexandria homes lose that window and end up selling for less after price drops.
- ✗ Treating all Alexandria comps as equal. Old Town, Del Ray, and Cameron Station are completely different sub-markets. Citywide median comps will mislead you in either direction.
- ✗ Renovating before selling. Most Alexandria sellers see better returns from light prep (paint, decluttering, landscaping) than from major remodels. Big renovations rarely return their full cost in a 30-day sale.
- ✗ Confusing flat-fee MLS with full-service. Saving $20K in commission means little if the photos look amateur and the home sits for 60 days, accumulating "stale listing" perception.
- ✗ Refusing to offer competitive buyer-agent compensation. Post-settlement, it's your call — but offering nothing tends to shrink your buyer pool measurably. Strategy beats stubbornness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to use a low commission realtor in Alexandria VA?
A low commission realtor in Alexandria VA charges less than the traditional 3% listing-side fee — typically 1%–2%. The Jamil Brothers Realty Group offers a 1.5% full-service program, which is half the legacy rate while keeping all the same services: 4K photography, drone video, 3D tours, MLS syndication, and partner-led negotiation. The 1.5% fee covers only the listing side; buyer-agent compensation is separate and negotiable post-NAR settlement.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Alexandria VA?
Total seller costs in Alexandria typically run 5%–8% of the sale price. On the $700,000 citywide median, that's roughly $35,000–$56,000. The biggest line is commission (1.5%–6% combined depending on listing structure), followed by buyer-agent compensation (2%–2.5%), Virginia grantor tax ($1 per $1,000), the NOVA congestion tax ($0.10 per $100), settlement and title fees, and any negotiated repair credits. Condo or HOA resale packets can add several hundred more.
How long does it take to sell a home in Alexandria in 2026?
Most well-priced Alexandria homes go under contract in 14–35 days, with closing 30–45 days after that. Well-priced single-family homes in Del Ray or Rosemont often move faster; historic Old Town properties may take slightly longer due to appraisal and inspection nuances. Total start-to-close timeline is typically 60–80 days from the day you sign a listing agreement.
Is a 1.5% listing fee really full-service?
Yes. The Jamil Brothers' 1.5% program includes professional 4K HDR photography, FAA-licensed drone video, Matterport 3D virtual tours, full Bright MLS syndication, custom property website, open house and broker tour management, targeted social and digital advertising, partner-led negotiation by Saad or Arslan personally, and full transaction management through closing. Nothing is held back for a "premium tier" — the 1.5% fee is the entire program, applied identically to every listing.
How did the NAR settlement change Alexandria commission rules?
The August 2024 NAR settlement decoupled buyer-agent compensation from the listing commission. Buyer-agent fees are now fully negotiable, disclosed separately, and no longer advertised on the MLS. Buyers must sign written representation agreements with their agent before touring homes. For Alexandria sellers, this means you control whether and how much buyer-agent compensation to offer — typical Alexandria offers run 2%–2.5%, though the choice is yours.
What is the Virginia grantor tax and does Alexandria pay it?
The Virginia grantor tax is $1.00 per $1,000 of sale price, paid by the seller at closing. Alexandria also sits inside the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority footprint, so sellers there pay an additional $0.10 per $100 NOVA congestion tax. On a $700,000 Alexandria sale, that's roughly $700 in state grantor tax plus another $700 in congestion tax — about $1,400 combined. These are deducted from your proceeds at the title company.
How does HOA and condo disclosure work for Alexandria sellers?
If your Alexandria property is a condo or part of an HOA, Virginia law requires you to deliver a resale disclosure packet to the buyer. The packet typically costs $250–$500 and is paid by the seller. Buyers have a statutory right to cancel within three days of receiving it. Order the packet as soon as you go under contract — late delivery can delay closing or extend buyer cancellation rights.
What's the Alexandria housing market doing right now?
Alexandria enters 2026 as the strongest single-family appreciation market in Northern Virginia, with NVAR/GMU forecasting 4.2% price growth — the highest in the region. Townhome prices are forecast up 2.5% and condos 1.1%. The overall median price sits near $700,000 as of late 2025. Inventory is rising (single-family up roughly 33%), but demand is keeping pace with a 4.5% increase in single-family unit sales. Mortgage rates near 6% are drawing qualified buyers back into the market.
How do I choose between a 1% discount broker and a 1.5% full-service team?
Compare the actual deliverables, not just the headline rate. Ask both: who personally negotiates offers, what's included in marketing (drone, 3D, professional photography), and who manages inspection and appraisal contingencies. Many 1% discount models hand the deal off to a junior agent or transaction coordinator and skimp on marketing — which can cost more in final sale price than the commission savings. The Jamil Brothers' 1.5% program is partner-led with full marketing included, so the price difference often pays for itself in better offers.
Should I sell in Alexandria now or wait until later in 2026?
Spring (April–June) is historically the strongest selling window in Alexandria — highest demand, shortest days on market, often the best prices. With single-family prices forecast up 4.2% for full-year 2026 but inventory rising 33%, the premium pricing window may compress later in the year. Sellers who list during spring or early summer typically see the best balance of demand and pricing power.
What if my Alexandria home needs work — do I have to renovate before selling?
No. Most Alexandria sellers see better returns from light prep (paint, decluttering, deep cleaning, landscaping) than from major renovations. Big remodels rarely return their full cost in a 30-day sale window. If your home genuinely needs significant work and you'd rather skip prep entirely, a cash offer option may be worth exploring — we'll walk you through the tradeoff between speed/certainty and maximum sale price.
Can I see homes for sale in Alexandria before deciding to list?
Yes — many sellers want to understand the inventory they're competing against and where they might move next. Browse current homes for sale across Northern Virginia or check our Alexandria community page for active listings and recent sold data.
Glossary
Bright MLS
The Multiple Listing Service that powers virtually every active home search in the DMV. When an Alexandria listing goes "live on MLS," this is the system feeding Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin.
Grantor tax
Virginia's state-level transfer tax paid by the seller at $1 per $1,000 of sale price. Alexandria sellers pay this plus the NOVA congestion tax.
NOVA congestion tax
An extra $0.10 per $100 of sale price paid by sellers in the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority footprint, which includes Alexandria.
Independent city
A Virginia classification for cities that operate outside any county government. Alexandria is an independent city — not part of Fairfax County despite bordering it.
BAR (Board of Architectural Review)
The body that approves exterior changes to properties in Alexandria's historic districts, including Old Town. Unpermitted exterior work can surface during inspections.
List-to-sale ratio
The percentage of original list price the home actually sold for. A ratio above 99% suggests strong pricing; below 96% suggests overpricing or weak negotiation.
NAR settlement
The August 2024 settlement that decoupled buyer-agent compensation from listing commission. Buyer-agent fees are now negotiable and not advertised on MLS.
Net proceeds
What you actually walk away with after sale price minus all closing costs (commission, taxes, fees, mortgage payoff). Use a net sheet to calculate yours.
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