Victoria private sale article

For Sale By Owner in Victoria

For sale by owner (FSBO) in Victoria explained: how it works, what it costs, the Section 32, what to look for in a platform, and PLBO's packages from $699.

For sale by owner, or FSBO, means you sell your home directly, with no agent and no commission. In Victoria it's legal, popular and refreshingly simple, and with PLBO you get the exposure and tools to run a truly professional campaign. You're firmly in the driver's seat!

How FSBO works in Victoria

  1. Choose your PLBO package: Essentials, Signature, Royal or Vertex.
  2. Get your Section 32 and contract prepared by a conveyancer or lawyer.
  3. Price and list. Use your PLBO property comparables report, add photos and a Generate with AI description.
  4. Go live! Your listing reaches buyers on PLBO and across Domain, view, homely, Soho, realty, onthehouse and allhomes*, plus buyers agents, Facebook campaigns and targeted notifications, depending on your package.
  5. Meet your buyers directly, and host inspections at times that suit you.
  6. Compare offers in PLBO's offer management.
  7. Sign and settle through your conveyancer.

What PLBO gives Victorian FSBO sellers

You getWhat it does for you
One upfront fee$699 – $3,699 inc GST, no commission, 100% of proceeds to you
Seven major portalsDomain, view, homely, Soho, realty, onthehouse and allhomes*
Buyers agent reachbuyers agents find private listings on PLBO
Facebook campaigns and notificationsreach buyers where they scroll (package-dependent)
Property comparables reportrecent nearby sales, for a confident price
Generate with AIa polished description in moments
Professional presentationfrom Signature up, with richer media in Royal and Vertex
Buyer messaging, inspection registration, offer managementyour campaign in one dashboard
Victorian guidanceSection 32, cooling-off and settlement explained

PLBO packages for Victorian sellers

  • Essentials ($699): for prepared vendors with their own photos, floor plan, video or virtual tour.
  • Signature ($1,699): a complete, well-presented campaign for first-time private sellers, apartments and standard homes.
  • Royal ($2,699): upgraded media, richer presentation and longer social advertising.
  • Vertex ($3,699): PLBO's richest media and strongest reach, for period, premium and lifestyle homes.

All prices include GST. Compare packages in detail.

What FSBO saves in Victoria

At the Victorian average commission of about 2.0% (AgentBridge, June 2026) and Domain's June 2026 Melbourne median of $1,041,205, an agent would charge about $20,824, often with marketing on top. With PLBO, your whole campaign costs $699 to $3,699.

Why portal coverage matters

Victorian buyers don't all use the same website. Some start on Domain, others love homely's suburb reviews, and some browse view, Soho, realty or onthehouse. PLBO puts your home on all seven, and every extra portal is another chance for the right buyer to find you.

Choosing an FSBO platform: a quick checklist

  • Exposure: which portals are included in your package?
  • Buyer reach: can buyers agents find you?
  • Pricing help: do you get a property comparables report?
  • Tools: messaging, inspection registration and offer management?
  • Presentation: is professional photography available?
  • Pricing: one upfront fee, with no commission?
  • Victorian guidance: is the Section 32 explained?

PLBO ticks every single box!

Start your FSBO sale

You're in control, you talk to buyers directly, and you keep the commission. Let's get your Victorian home sold! Start with sell my house privately in VIC, or plan it with the Victorian 8-week plan.

*Availability on allhomes.com.au may depend on the property's location, listing type and applicable portal requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What does for sale by owner mean in Victoria?

The owner sells directly to buyers with no agent and no commission. The owner handles pricing, presentation, inspections and negotiation, the platform provides exposure and tools, and a conveyancer prepares the Section 32 and contract.

Which portals does PLBO list on?

Domain.com.au, view.com.au, homely.com.au, soho.com.au, realty.com.au, onthehouse.com.au and allhomes.com.au (allhomes availability depends on location and listing type), plus PLBO, buyers agents, Facebook campaigns and targeted notifications, depending on your package.

How much does FSBO cost with PLBO?

One upfront fee: Essentials $699, Signature $1,699, Royal $2,699 or Vertex $3,699, all including GST, with no commission.

Do I need a Section 32 for an FSBO sale?

Yes. Every Victorian sale needs a Section 32 given to the buyer before they sign. Your conveyancer prepares it.