St Louis Metro Area Buyer's Agent Commission Trends

How commissions have changed from 1999 to 2024

📈 Commission rates hit historic lows in 2022 (2.50%) but have rebounded to 2.70% in 2024
Median Buyer's Agent Commission (%)

💡 What This Means for Buyers

The 2022-2024 uptick occurred before the NAR settlement in late 2024. Early agent reports suggest slight downward pressure on rates since the settlement eliminated MLS commission advertising. The full impact remains unclear as the market adjusts to new practices.

📈 What This Means for Agents

The pre-settlement rebound (2.50% to 2.70%) shows agents regained pricing power after historic lows. However, the late 2024 NAR settlement requiring separate buyer agent negotiations may create new downward pressure not yet visible in this data.

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Source: MLS listings with reported buyer's agent commissions as a percentage (excludes flat rate or fixed fee commissions)