Benton · Independence, MO
Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Benton, Independence?
The median home in Benton sells for $171,940 with prices up 14% year-over-year. Ridley's flat fee saves you $1,659.
Benton Real Estate Market Conditions
Median Sale Price
$171,940
+14%Days on Market
53.5
Price per Sq Ft
$137
Homes Sold
13
Pending in 2 Weeks
46.67%
Source: public market records
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$171,940
Traditional Agent (3%)
$5,158
Ridley Pro (flat fee)
$3,499
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Cost to sell in Benton
| Traditional Agent | Best valueRidley Pro | Ridley Essentials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listing fee | $5,158 | $3,499 | $999 |
| Buyer agent | $4,8142.8% avg | $3,439~2% avg | $3,439~2% avg |
| Closing costs (~1.5%) | $2,579 | $2,579 | $2,579 |
| Total cost | $12,551 | $9,517 | $7,017 |
| You save | — | $1,659 | $4,159 |
Based on the Benton median home price of $171,940. Ridley buyer agent commission reflects the average ~2% BAC offered by Ridley sellers.
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