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San Antonio · Updated November 2, 2026

How much does an estate sale cost in San Antonio, TX?

San Antonio-area estate sale companies that publish their rates charge 30% to 50% of what the sale brings in, and 40% is the most common figure. 4 of the 38 companies we found publish a rate. None publish a minimum fee.

30% to 50%Published commission range
40%Most common published rate (3 of 4 companies)
4 of 38Companies we found that publish their pricing

Published rates, company by company

Only companies that publish pricing on their own websites are shown. Checked Nov 2, 2026.

CompanyCommissionMinimum
From Trash To Treasure40% of total salesNo minimum ("We take all sizes with no minimum")
Dragonflies Vintage Items & Estate Sales40% ("currently 40%")—
Southern Charm Estate Sales40% of the total sale—
Soulshine Estate Sale Co.30% to 50% of the final selling price (online auctions)—
What 40% means in dollars. A sale that brings in $12,000 at 40% of gross: the company keeps $4,800 and the family gets $7,200, before any clearout or hauling charges. Run your own numbers →

Gross or net makes a real difference

Some companies take their percentage from everything the sale brings in (gross). Others take it after sale expenses are paid (net). On a sale that brings in $20,000 with $1,500 in expenses, 40% of gross is $8,000; 40% of net is $7,400. How estate sale fees work →

Common questions

How much do estate sale companies charge in San Antonio?San Antonio-area estate sale companies that publish their rates charge 30% to 50%. Three of the four that publish a number list 40%; one online-auction company keeps 30% to 50% of the final price. No San Antonio company we found publishes a minimum fee, and one says it has no minimum.
Is the commission taken from the gross or the net?It depends on the company. A percentage of gross is taken from everything the sale brings in; a percentage of net is taken after sale expenses are subtracted. Ask which one, in writing.
Do estate sale companies charge upfront?Several San Antonio-area companies say on their websites that there are no upfront fees; their fee comes out of the sale proceeds. Some charge separately for a post-sale clearout or removing unsold items.
What if my estate is small?Ask about minimums. When a company has a minimum fee, a small sale can end up costing a much larger share of what it brings in. Some companies offer online auctions or buyouts for smaller estates.

Compare all 38 San Antonio companies → · Try the estate sale calculator →

8 questions to ask any estate sale company

Whether or not a company publishes its fees, ask these on the first call.

What is your commission, and is it on the gross or the net?40% of gross and 40% of net can be very different amounts.
Do you have a minimum fee or minimum estate size?Some companies won't take estates under a set value.
What other fees will I pay?Setup, advertising, dumpsters, cleanout and card-processing fees add up.
Do you let anyone in before the sale?Early entry for dealers is one of the most common complaints families have.
What happens to items that don't sell?Donated, hauled away, or left for you, and who pays for it.
Do you offer a buyout or cleanout?Useful when a house needs to be empty fast.
Are you bonded and insured?Ask for proof.
How soon can you hold the sale, and when do I get paid?Some companies are booked 6–8 weeks out.

How to choose an estate sale company: 10 questions and red flags →