There's more than one way to sell a house in New South Wales, and the choice you make can put tens of thousands of dollars back in your pocket! This guide compares every option on money, control and speed, and shows why more NSW owners choose to sell privately with PLBO.
Your options at a glance
| Option | What you pay | Who's in control | Exposure | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private sale with PLBO | one upfront fee, $699 – $3,699 inc GST | you | PLBO, Domain, view, homely, Soho, realty, onthehouse, allhomes*, buyers agents, Facebook campaigns | most NSW homes, units and land |
| Agent, private treaty | commission (NSW average about 2.0%) + marketing | the agent | portals and agent database | owners who want to hand everything over |
| Agent, auction | commission + auction and marketing costs | the agent and auctioneer | portals | hotly contested homes |
| Off-market | varies | the agent | limited | owners wanting minimal publicity |
| Cash / investor buyer | a discount on price | the buyer | none | urgent sales of homes needing major work |
What each option leaves you with on a Sydney median home
Using Domain's June 2026 Sydney median house price of $1,733,891:
| Option | Selling cost | What stays with you (before conveyancing) |
|---|---|---|
| PLBO Essentials | $699 | $1,733,192 |
| PLBO Vertex | $3,699 | $1,730,192 |
| Agent at 2.0% | about $34,678 + marketing | about $1,699,213 before marketing |
Choosing PLBO keeps up to $33,979 more with you!
1. Private sale with PLBO
You choose a package, your conveyancer prepares the contract, and your home goes live on PLBO and seven major portals. Buyers contact you directly, you run the inspections, and you compare every offer in your dashboard. Your PLBO property comparables report backs your price, and Generate with AI writes your first draft description.
Why NSW owners love it: you keep the commission, you control the price and timing, and you tell your home's story first-hand.
2. Agent private treaty sale
The agent appraises, advertises and negotiates for a commission plus a separate marketing budget. Many owners find they can do these same steps themselves with PLBO, and keep the commission.
3. Auction
Buyers bid on one day under set terms, and a buyer at auction has no cooling-off period. It suits homes with several competing buyers. A private treaty sale lets you negotiate the price, terms and timing directly.
4. Off-market
The home is offered quietly to selected buyers. It's discreet, but fewer buyers see it. With PLBO you reach buyers across the major portals while staying in control of inspections and communication.
5. Cash or investor buyer
"We buy houses" companies move fast but profit by buying below market value. If speed matters, compare any cash offer with a sharply priced PLBO campaign. See selling fast in Sydney.
How to choose
| If you want… | Choose |
|---|---|
| to keep the most money | private sale with PLBO |
| full control of price and timing | private sale with PLBO |
| to move quickly without a big discount | a sharply priced PLBO campaign |
| to sell a home needing major work | compare a cash offer with a PLBO Essentials listing |
The same legal steps, whichever you choose
Every NSW sale uses a contract with prescribed documents, exchange, the buyer's 5 business day cooling-off period (unless waived with a 66W certificate or bought at auction) and settlement through conveyancers. See the NSW legal and tax checklist.
Ready to go private? Compare PLBO packages, list in minutes, and keep the commission!
*Availability on allhomes.com.au may depend on the property's location, listing type and applicable portal requirements.