Vacaville's median home sold for $615K in December 2025, up 7.0% year-over-year, with homes turning over at a 63-day median DOM (up from 43 days the prior year) and 72 homes sold in December — per Redfin Vacaville. The sale band runs roughly $425K for an entry condo near downtown to $1.1M+ for a custom Browns Valley or Foxboro estate. At those prices, traditional Vacaville agents charge 5–6% commission, costing sellers $30,750–$36,900 per sale at the citywide median — and $55,000–$66,000 on a $1.1M Browns Valley sale.
This is the honest 2026 directory of who's actually selling homes in Vacaville — Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific (the dominant Southern Solano County independent), Compass, Keller Williams (the Renée White team is among the most-transacted teams in Solano), RE/MAX Gold, Realty ONE Group Fox (the local Vacaville-headquartered office that closed ~9% of all Solano County transactions per FastExpert Solano), and the Browns Valley / North Village / Foxboro / Cheyenne / Leisure Town specialists. We examine the commission math across the $425K to $1.1M price band (where even $1 in transaction efficiency matters), comparing traditional 5–6% structures (which cost $36,900 at 6% on a typical $615K home) against a modern 2.5% seller-side commission model.
The Top Real Estate Agents in Vacaville in 2026
1. Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific — The Dominant Southern Solano County Independent
[Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific](https://solanopacific.sites.cbmoxi.com/) is the largest brokerage by agent count in Southern Solano County with 70+ Vacaville/Fairfield/Suisun agents and a long bench across Browns Valley, North Village, Foxboro, Cheyenne, Leisure Town, and the downtown / Alamo Drive / Nut Tree corridor. Traditional 2.5–3% per side commission structure with the Coldwell Banker national marketing platform behind every listing. By their own reporting, they've moved over $7B in lifetime sales volume.
At the $615K Vacaville median, Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific's listing-side commission alone is $15,375 (2.5%) to $18,450 (3%) — before the buyer-agent commission negotiated separately in the offer.
2. Realty ONE Group Fox — The Vacaville-Headquartered Local Office
Realty ONE Group Fox is the local Vacaville-headquartered office that closed roughly 147 transactions accounting for ~9% of all Solano County sales per FastExpert's 2025 verified rankings. Strong Browns Valley, North Village, and Foxboro coverage with the Realty ONE Group national platform behind agent listings. Traditional 2.5–3% per side commission.
At a $695K Browns Valley SFH, 2.5–3% listing side is $17,375–$20,850.
3. Compass — North Village / Foxboro Tech-Commuter Coverage
[Compass](https://www.compass.com/agents/locations/solano-county-ca/44925/) operates Solano County coverage with 185 agents serving the Vacaville / Fairfield / Napa-adjacent commuter corridor. Strong tech-equity buyer pool flowing in from Sacramento and the Bay Area via I-80, particularly into Foxboro, North Village, and the Browns Valley step-up tier. Standard 2.5–3% per side commission with the Compass technology platform.
At a $785K Foxboro family home sale, Compass's listing-side commission is $19,625–$23,550.
4. Keller Williams (Renée White Team) — Top Solano County Production
Renée White at Keller Williams Realty is among the most-transacted agents in all of Solano County, with 525 lifetime home transactions and 21 years of experience per HomeLight Solano County rankings. Standard 2.5–3% per side commission structure with the KW Worldwide referral network for relocating buyers from Sacramento, the East Bay, and out-of-state.
At a $625K Cheyenne at Browns Valley SFH, 2.5–3% listing side is $15,625–$18,750.
5. RE/MAX Gold — Eric Pangilinan and East-Solano Coverage
Eric Pangilinan at RE/MAX Gold and the broader RE/MAX Gold Vacaville office are consistently among the top-producing Solano County brokerages, with deep North Village, Leisure Town, and Foxboro family-home coverage. Traditional 2.5–3% per side commission structure.
At a $585K Leisure Town SFH, 2.5–3% listing side is $14,625–$17,550.
6. The Heinrich Team at Coldwell Banker — Heritage Solano County Volume
The Heinrich Team at Coldwell Banker has reported 605 lifetime home transactions over 47 years of Solano County production per FastExpert — the deepest tenure of any agent team in the county. Strong coverage across Browns Valley, North Village, downtown Vacaville, and the Suisun-Fairfield-Vacaville commuter belt. Same 2.5–3% per side traditional commission structure.
At a $725K Browns Valley SFH, 2.5–3% listing side is $18,125–$21,750.
7. Keller Williams Vacaville — Browns Valley / Foxboro Coverage
The broader Keller Williams Realty Vacaville office covers North Village, Foxboro, Cheyenne at Browns Valley, and the Travis-Unified-overlap Foxboro corridor with the KW Command platform. Standard 2.5–3% per side commission structure.
At a $665K Foxboro SFH, 2.5–3% listing side is $16,625–$19,950.
8. Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate / Boutique Vacaville Offices
A constellation of local boutique brokerages — including BHGRE, Sothebys' / Christie's affiliates for Browns Valley luxury, and independent Vacaville-only houses — cover the city's upper tier ($850K–$1.2M Browns Valley / custom Foxboro / Cheyenne) with bespoke marketing budgets. Same 2.5–3% per side luxury positioning.
At a $1.1M custom Browns Valley estate, 2.5–3% listing side is $27,500–$33,000.
Understanding Vacaville Real Estate Commissions and Net Proceeds
Here is how traditional commission structures compare to a modern full-service model across the Vacaville price band:
| Home sale price | Listing side at Loqol's 2.5% | Total at a traditional 5% | Total at a traditional 6% |
|---|---|---|---|
| $425,000 | $10,625 | $21,250 | $25,500 |
| $525,000 | $13,125 | $26,250 | $31,500 |
| $615,000 | $15,375 | $30,750 | $36,900 |
| $725,000 | $18,125 | $36,250 | $43,500 |
| $895,000 | $22,375 | $44,750 | $53,700 |
| $1,100,000 | $27,500 | $55,000 | $66,000 |
The financial impact of commission rates is significant above Vacaville's $615K median. A Browns Valley luxury seller paying a traditional 6% commission writes a $66,000 check at close. By choosing a full-service model with a 2.5% seller-side commission, the seller retains more of their hard-earned equity to fund their next purchase or cover property taxes.
A Modern Approach to Selling Your Vacaville Home
Loqol (Sunday Real Estate Brokerage Inc. dba Loqol) is a full-service California brokerage with dedicated licensed agents (DRE #02261474).
When you onboard through Loqol, we offer a 2.5% seller-side commission. This complete full-service offering includes:
- A dedicated licensed agent, reachable directly at any point in the transaction
- A seller dashboard with full visibility into the deal
- All documents and disclosures in one place, with complete deal and document history
- Signage installation
- Marketing run by Loqol's in-house marketing team
Every Loqol agent is a licensed California agent we onboarded with prior transaction experience, and our roster has closed 100+ listings between them.
Our agents work on software we built ourselves, so every disclosure, deadline, and document in your sale is tracked rather than remembered — and you can see all of it, and reach your agent, in one click.
Charlie is Loqol's in-house AI. Our agents use it to run the transaction, and in your seller dashboard you can ask it what's happening with your sale at any point and get an answer grounded in your actual deal — with your agent one click away.
For Leisure Town, North Village, and most of Vacaville ($425K–$725K), navigating the local market requires careful execution. The Vacaville market runs a 63-day median DOM — meaningfully longer than the Bay Area core — so a structured listing workflow with disciplined pricing and active marketing matters. Our dedicated agents use our proprietary software to track every detail, ensuring your transaction moves forward smoothly.
For Browns Valley, Foxboro, and Cheyenne luxury sellers with homes valued from $850,000 ($850K) to $1,200,000 ($1.2M), professional representation is essential. Managing custom finishes, acreage, and extensive disclosure documentation requires an experienced agent who can actively market the property and negotiate effectively to maximize your net proceeds.
Buyer-agent commission is negotiated separately in the buyer's offer post-August 2024 NAR settlement (NAR Settlement FAQs). Every Loqol listing has a dedicated, licensed California real estate agent as the agent of record who manages the transaction from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vacaville Real Estate Agents
Who are the best real estate agents in Vacaville California?
The dominant brokerages in Vacaville in 2026 are Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific (the dominant Southern Solano County independent), Realty ONE Group Fox (the local Vacaville-headquartered office moving roughly 9% of county transactions), Compass, Keller Williams (with Renée White's team among the highest-volume in Solano), RE/MAX Gold (with Eric Pangilinan), and the Heinrich Team at Coldwell Banker. All charge traditional 2.5–3% per side commission. Loqol provides a full-service alternative with a 2.5% seller-side commission, combining dedicated local agents with advanced transaction tracking.
How much does a Vacaville real estate agent charge?
Traditional Vacaville agents charge 5–6% total commission on the sale price (typically 2.5–3% per side). At the $615K citywide median, that's $30,750 (5%) to $36,900 (6%) in total commission. Loqol offers a 2.5% seller-side commission, allowing sellers to retain more of their equity while receiving full-service representation from a dedicated licensed agent.
Do I have to use a real estate agent to sell my house in Vacaville?
No — California allows for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) listings, but most Vacaville sellers use a licensed agent because the MLS is the dominant marketplace and California disclosure law is unforgiving. Loqol solves this by providing a licensed California agent (DRE #02261474) and full-service support, ensuring complete disclosure compliance and professional representation.
What's the difference between Loqol and traditional brokerages like Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific or Realty ONE Group Fox?
Traditional brokerages typically charge a 5–6% total commission (around $30,750 to $36,900 on a $615K home). Loqol charges a 2.5% seller-side commission. Both provide full-service representation, MLS exposure, and professional marketing. The difference lies in Loqol's modern, technology-enabled workflow that streamlines administrative tasks, allowing our dedicated agents to focus on negotiation and securing the best net proceeds for your sale.
Why are Vacaville homes taking longer to sell in 2026?
Vacaville's median DOM rose from 43 days to 63 days year-over-year per Redfin's December 2025 data — a reflection of higher mortgage rates compressing buyer demand against a healthier inventory level than the city has seen since 2022. Median sale price was still up 7.0% YoY to $615K, so the slower turnover hasn't translated into price weakness — it's translated into a more deliberate buyer pool that expects clean disclosures, accurate pricing, and professional photography. That's exactly the workflow Charlie AI is built for.
How does the post-NAR-settlement buyer-agent commission work in Vacaville?
Post-August 2024 NAR settlement (NAR Settlement FAQs), the buyer-agent commission is no longer pre-set by the seller in the MLS listing — the buyer negotiates it in their offer. Many Vacaville sellers still offer concessions toward buyer-agent fees as a negotiated offer term, but the structure is now buyer-driven rather than seller-mandated. If the seller declines, the buyer is on the hook for their own agent.
Are alternative commission real estate brokerages legitimate in California?
Yes — California regulates real estate brokerages through the Department of Real Estate (DRE) and fee structure is not a licensing question. Any brokerage with a valid DRE license (Loqol is DRE #02261474) can list homes on the MLS exactly like any other brokerage. The commission structure is a business model, not a regulatory category.
What to Do Next If You're Selling in Vacaville
- Compare to neighboring Solano County markets: review the companion Best Real Estate Agents in Walnut Creek 2026 and the LOQOL California MLS Comparison 2026 breakdowns.
Selling in Vacaville?
Loqol is a full-service California brokerage working with sellers in Vacaville. Every Loqol agent is a licensed California agent we onboarded with prior transaction experience, and our roster has closed 100+ listings between them.
Talk to a Loqol agent about your Vacaville sale.
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