Sell Your House in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach FL for Just 1% Commission
Sell Your House in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach FL for Just 1% Commission
Selling your home in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach shouldn't cost you $30,000 in commissions when the market gets unpredictable. When interest rates jump and homes sit longer than they used to, that's when you start to see the truth about traditional real estate fees.
TL;DR: When things get chaotic in the Okaloosa County real estate market, you see who's just trying to protect the old way of doing business. That means high fees, hidden games, and a system that works for agents more than it does for Fort Walton Beach area sellers. At Uber Realty, we've had enough of that. You deserve an honest, affordable way to sell your home in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach. That's what we do. No fluff, no wasted money. Just smart, transparent service.
Why Does It Still Cost $30,000 to Sell a House in Fort Walton Beach?
Some real estate agents in the Niceville-Crestview-Fort Walton Beach area cling to the old way of doing things. They double down on overpriced commissions, vague advice, and the kind of backroom nonsense that's made selling a house feel like a racket for decades.
That's not just outdated. It's dangerous to your bottom line when you're selling property in Okaloosa County.
Selling your home in Shalimar or Fort Walton Beach shouldn't cost you an arm and a leg. You shouldn't need to guess what your real estate agent does for you. You shouldn't have to wonder what the commission breakdown really is. And you definitely shouldn't feel like the whole system is working against you.
It should be open. It should be transparent. And above all, it should be affordable for Niceville area homeowners.
That's what we do at Uber Realty.
We Don't Just Talk About Saving Money for Fort Walton Beach Sellers. We Actually Do It.
We charge just 1% to list your home in Niceville, Shalimar, Fort Walton Beach, or anywhere in Okaloosa County. We give you full service, MLS listing, professional photos, showing coordination, negotiation, everything. No shortcuts, no cut corners, no gimmicks.
Just the way home selling should be in the Fort Walton Beach area.
This is the model I would use to sell my own home in Niceville. It's how I'd sell my mother's home in Shalimar. And it's how I treat every seller who works with me in the Fort Walton Beach real estate market.
Because if I wouldn't do it that way for my own family, I'm not doing it at all.
You Can Keep Paying Traditional Fort Walton Beach Real Estate Fees… Or You Can Sell for the Future
You've got a choice as a homeowner in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach.
You can keep feeding the old machine, hoping it treats you right. Or you can work with someone who believes the Okaloosa County real estate system needs to be better, and is actually doing something about it.
Uber Realty is here to flip the script for Fort Walton Beach area home sellers. Sell smarter. Keep more. And get treated like you matter—because you do.
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling Your Home in Fort Walton Beach, Niceville & Shalimar
How much does it cost to sell a house in Fort Walton Beach?
With traditional real estate agents: On a $500,000 home (above average Fort Walton Beach price), you'll pay around $25,000 to $30,000 in total commissions (5% to 6% split between buyer and seller agents).
With Uber Realty: You pay just 1% ($5,000) to list your home. If the buyer wants the seller to pay their agent's commission, this could be negotiated at 2% to 2.5% additional. Potential total cost: $5,000 to $17,500 depending on buyer agent compensation negotiations.
What's the average home price in Niceville, Shalimar, and Fort Walton Beach?
Niceville: Average home price $425,000 (July 2025) Shalimar: Average home price $380,000 (July 2025)
Fort Walton Beach: Average home price $400,000 (July 2025) Okaloosa County Overall: Average home price $395,000
How long does it take to sell a house in the Fort Walton Beach area?
Current market conditions show homes in our area typically sell within:
Niceville: 35 to 45 days on market
Shalimar: 30 to 40 days on market
Fort Walton Beach: 40 to 50 days on market
Okaloosa County average: 42 days
What services do you provide for the 1% commission?
Everything a traditional agent does:
Professional MLS listing on all major sites (Zillow, Realtor.com, etc.)
Professional photography and virtual tours
Showing coordination and scheduling
Market analysis and pricing strategy
Negotiation with buyers and their agents
Contract management through closing
Marketing across social media and local networks
Commission Comparison: See Your Savings
Traditional 5% Commission Structure:
On a $500,000 Fort Walton Beach home:
Listing agent fee: $12,500 (2.5%)
Buyer's agent fee: $12,500 (2.5%)
Your total cost: $25,000
Traditional 6% Commission Structure:
On a $500,000 Fort Walton Beach home:
Listing agent fee: $15,000 (3%)
Buyer's agent fee: $15,000 (3%)
Your total cost: $30,000
Uber Realty 1% Commission Structure:
On a $500,000 Fort Walton Beach home:
Uber Realty listing fee: $5,000 (1%)
Buyer's agent fee: $0 to $12,500 (0% to 2.5% - negotiable based on buyer requests)
Your total cost: $5,000 to $17,500
Your Savings with Uber Realty:
vs. 5% traditional: Save $7,500 to $20,000
vs. 6% traditional: Save $12,500 to $25,000
The New Reality: Buyer Agent Commissions Are Negotiable
Since recent industry changes, buyer's agents can no longer automatically expect sellers to pay their commission. With Uber Realty, you only pay our 1% listing fee. If a buyer wants you to cover their agent's fee during negotiations, that's a separate discussion that could range from 0% to 2.5% depending on the deal.
Local Market Insights for Okaloosa County
Niceville Real Estate Market:
Median home price: $425,000
Price per square foot: $165
Average days on market: 38 days
Most popular neighborhoods: Bluewater Bay, Rocky Bayou, Valparaiso
Buyer demand: High (military families, retirees, young professionals)
Shalimar Real Estate Market:
Median home price: $380,000
Price per square foot: $155
Average days on market: 35 days
Most popular areas: Shalimar Point, Lake Lorraine, Poquito Bayou waterfront
Buyer demand: Strong (proximity to Eglin AFB, water access)
Fort Walton Beach Real Estate Market:
Median home price: $400,000
Price per square foot: $160
Average days on market: 45 days
Most popular areas: The Island, downtown historic district, Cinco Bayou
Buyer demand: Consistent (tourism industry, military, beach lifestyle)
What This Means for Sellers:
In today's Okaloosa County market, homes are selling but buyers are more selective. That's exactly when you need every dollar you can save on commissions. Why pay $25,000 to $30,000 in guaranteed commissions when you might pay as little as $5,000 with Uber Realty, or at most $17,500 if you negotiate to cover buyer agent fees?
Ready to sell your house in Niceville, Shalimar, or Fort Walton Beach FL?
Contact Jim Whatley, your local Okaloosa County real estate expert: (850) 499-2940
