Ballard, Seattle · Flat-fee listings

Before you hire an agent in Ballard, read this.

Ballard homes sell for strong prices. A 3% listing commission turns that into a five-figure bill for the same work. Arrivva lists your Ballard home full-service for a flat $15,750.

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transacted, real estate + mortgage: $3B+; transacted, real estate + mortgage
completed closings: 213; completed closings
Zillow rating: 4.9★; Zillow rating
E&O claims in 10 years: 0; E&O claims in 10 years

Do the math

Selling in Ballard? The fee is where it adds up.

On a representative $1,200,000 Ballard sale, here is the difference between a 3% listing commission and Arrivva's flat fee.

Typical 3% commission

$36,000

Arrivva flat fee

$15,750

You keep

$20,250

“Typical” reflects a 3% listing-side commission. Savings are versus Arrivva's full-service flat fee of $15,750 and vary by market conditions. Arrivva represents the seller only, never both sides.

The Ballard market

What it takes to sell well in Ballard

Ballard is one of Seattle's most walkable, amenity-rich neighborhoods, with Nordic roots, the Ballard Locks, a busy farmers market, and quick access to downtown. Well-priced homes here hold their value and draw deep buyer interest, which means pricing and presentation matter. Recent sales have clustered around the $900,000 mark, with single-family homes on the north slopes commanding more.

Recent median sale price: around $900K
Typical days on market: about 40 to 45
Arrivva listing fee: $15,750 flat

Ballard neighborhoods we specialize in

Loyal Heights

Quiet, family-friendly streets and classic Craftsman homes near the bluff.

Sunset Hill

Water-view lots looking out over Shilshole Bay and the Sound.

West Woodland

Close to Fremont, popular with first-time buyers and remodelers.

Whittier Heights

Tree-lined and central, a short walk to Ballard Avenue.

We also represent buyers and sellers nearby in Fremont, Greenwood, Magnolia and Queen Anne. See our Seattle real estate page for the wider region.

Your Ballard agent

Chris Gustavel

LIC #24018793 · Arrivva, Inc.

Chris works your Ballard listing directly, with managing broker Fred Glick on every deal and Jenn keeping the documentation correct. You are never handed off to whoever is free that week.

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All included, paid up front

Full-service listing for one flat fee

Most brokerages charge a percentage and still make you pay for prep, or skip it. Arrivva covers it, because a fully prepared home sells faster and for more.

Pre-sale home inspections
Deep cleaning
Professional photography
Matterport / 3D virtual tours
Drone photography and video
Floor-plan-style buyer tools
Pricing strategy and negotiation
Experienced broker representation
Best-priced escrow

Considering a traditional commission-based agent?

Ask these five questions before you sign a 3% listing agreement

What exactly am I getting for 3%?
Do you pay for inspections and deep cleaning before the home goes on the market?
Do you include drone photography, Matterport / 3D tours, and floor-plan-style buyer tools?
Will you show me how your percentage fee nets me more than Arrivva's fixed-fee full service?
Will you agree not to also represent the buyer?

“I was skeptical when I hired Arrivva to sell my house, even though they came highly recommended. It just seemed too good to be true. They would do all the work, are incredibly competent, and charged significantly less than everyone else, but they delivered. This amazing tag team was on it, great communication, driven to not only sell the house but get us the best possible deal they could.”

Active

$639,000

5513 6th Avenue NW

Seattle, WA 98107

2 bds2 ba1,110 sqft

Buy with Arrivva: about $3,000 to $10,000 back after our $9,750 flat fee

Courtesy of NWMLS Listing courtesy of Sarah North of Windermere Real Estate Co.

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FAQ

Selling in Ballard, answered

How much can I save selling a home in Ballard with Arrivva?

On a Ballard home around $1,200,000, a 3% listing commission is about $36,000. Arrivva's flat fee is $15,750, a difference of roughly $20,250 that stays with you. Savings scale with your price because our fee never does.

Who is my Arrivva agent in Ballard?

Chris Gustavel (LIC #24018793) handles Ballard and the surrounding Seattle neighborhoods, with managing broker Fred Glick on every deal. Reach out through the form on this page and your message goes straight to the team.

Does Arrivva cover the rest of Seattle?

Yes. Arrivva represents buyers and sellers across Seattle and Washington, including Fremont, Greenwood, Magnolia, and Queen Anne. Ballard is one of our focus neighborhoods.

Client reviews

Don't take our word for it

Real reviews from real closings. Every one of them is on our reviews page, and on Google, Zillow, and Yelp.

“Their fee structure alone saved me over $200,000... There was no pressure, no ego, just smart advice grounded in data and experience.”

Ian RussellBought with Arrivva

“Fantastic experience with Fred and team. Sold in less than 30 days with multiple offers and all cash. Can't recommend enough”

Matt StangSold with Arrivva

“They also had the lowest rates and fees I could find for my mortgage. When issues arose with the lender, Fred made sure everything went through smoothly.”

Matthew ABought + financed with Arrivva

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Ballard sellers

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We represent the seller. Not both sides. Not conflicted, not compromised. Pick a time below and we'll show you what your home could net you at a flat fee.