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California Buyer Rebate — Get Cash Back When You Buy a Home

ShopProp offers the largest buyer rebates in California. Our flat-fee model means you keep more of the commission — often tens of thousands of dollars back at closing. Licensed in California since 2007.

196
CA Cities Covered
$1,995
Flat Fee Starts At
Since 2007
Serving California

How the California Buyer Rebate Works

When you buy a home in California, the seller typically offers a buyer agent commission — usually 2% to 3% of the sale price. With a traditional agent, they keep the entire commission. With ShopProp, we charge a flat fee starting at $1,995 and rebate the difference directly to you at closing.

On a $1,000,000 California home with a 2.5% buyer commission ($25,000), your rebate would be $20,005. On a $2,000,000 home, you'd get $45,005 back. The higher the home price, the bigger your rebate.

Every ShopProp buyer in California works with a managing broker — not just a solo agent. That means higher expertise, better negotiation, and full-service representation at a fraction of the cost.

Biggest Buyer Rebates in California

Here's what ShopProp buyers save in California's highest-value markets:

CityMedian PriceEst. Rebate
Atherton $7,500,000 $182,505
Hidden Hills $5,500,000 $132,505
Los Altos Hills $5,500,000 $132,505
Hillsborough $4,500,000 $107,505
Los Altos $4,200,000 $100,005
Portola Valley $4,200,000 $100,005
Montecito $4,000,000 $95,005
Woodside $4,000,000 $95,005
Monte Sereno $3,800,000 $90,005
Beverly Hills $3,500,000 $82,505
Malibu $3,500,000 $82,505
Rancho Santa Fe $3,500,000 $82,505
Rolling Hills $3,500,000 $82,505
Palo Alto $3,200,000 $75,005
Saratoga $3,200,000 $75,005
Manhattan Beach $2,800,000 $65,005
Menlo Park $2,800,000 $65,005
Newport Beach $2,800,000 $65,005
Palos Verdes Estates $2,800,000 $65,005
Tiburon $2,800,000 $65,005

*Rebates estimated based on 2.5% buyer commission minus ShopProp flat fee. Actual rebate depends on commission offered by seller.

Why Buyer Rebates Are Legal in California

Buyer rebates are fully legal in California. The California Department of Real Estate permits agents to rebate a portion of their commission to buyers. The U.S. Department of Justice actively supports commission rebates as pro-consumer and pro-competition.

Despite this, most California agents don't offer rebates because it cuts into their income. ShopProp was built differently — our flat-fee model is designed from the ground up to pass savings to you.

How It Compares to Traditional Agents

On a $1,200,000 California home:

ModelBuyer PaysYou Get Back
Traditional Agent (2.5%)$30,000 (from commission)$0
ShopProp Flat Fee$4,995$25,005

What You Get With ShopProp in California

Managing broker on every transaction. Not just an agent — a broker with higher licensing, more education, and legal authority to oversee your deal. This is ShopProp's core differentiator and has been since 2007.

Full-service representation. Home tours, offer writing, negotiation, inspection coordination, and closing support. The rebate doesn't mean less service — it means a different business model.

4,000+ transactions. ShopProp has closed thousands of deals across the country, with deep experience in both Northern and Southern California markets.

NorCal vs. SoCal: What Buyers Should Know

California real estate practices differ between Northern and Southern California:

Northern California (Bay Area): Sellers typically provide disclosures before offers are written. Buyers can review inspections, title, and disclosures upfront. This is more transparent and gives you better information before committing.

Southern California: Sellers often don't provide disclosures until the buyer is under contract. This means you may discover issues during the contingency period after your offer is accepted. Having a managing broker is especially valuable here to navigate these situations.

ShopProp's managing broker model means you have expert guidance in either market — someone who knows the regional differences and protects your interests accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are buyer rebates legal in California?
Yes. Buyer rebates are fully legal in California. The California Department of Real Estate allows agents to rebate a portion of their commission to buyers at closing. ShopProp has been offering buyer rebates in California since 2007.
How much can I get back with a buyer rebate in California?
It depends on the home price and the commission offered by the seller. On a $1,000,000 home with a 2.5% buyer agent commission ($25,000), ShopProp charges a flat fee starting at $1,995 and rebates up to $20,005 back to you at closing.
How does ShopProp's buyer rebate work?
When you buy a home through ShopProp in California, the seller typically offers a buyer agent commission (usually 2-3% of the sale price). ShopProp charges a flat fee starting at $1,995 instead of keeping the full commission. The difference is rebated directly to you at closing.
What can I use my buyer rebate for?
In California, your buyer rebate can be applied toward closing costs, used as additional down payment, or received as cash back at closing (subject to lender approval). Many California buyers use rebates to offset the high cost of homeownership.
Does ShopProp provide full service with a buyer rebate?
Yes. Every ShopProp buyer in California works with a managing broker — not just a solo agent. You get full-service representation including home tours, offer writing, negotiation, inspection coordination, and closing support.
Is ShopProp licensed in California?
Yes. ShopProp holds California DRE license #01890638 with Robert Luecke as managing broker (license #01881220). ShopProp has been serving California buyers and sellers since 2007.

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All 196 California Cities

ShopProp offers buyer rebates in every California market we serve. Click any city to see your estimated savings:

Agoura Hills — $22,505 back Alameda — $22,505 back Albany — $22,505 back Aliso Viejo — $18,130 back Anaheim — $16,255 back Arcadia — $32,505 back Atherton — $182,505 back Azusa — $11,255 back Bakersfield — $4,255 back Beaumont — $6,880 back Belmont — $40,005 back Berkeley — $28,755 back Beverly Hills — $82,505 back Brea — $18,755 back Brisbane — $23,755 back Burbank — $23,755 back Burlingame — $47,505 back Calabasas — $40,005 back Camarillo — $15,005 back Campbell — $35,005 back Capitola — $22,505 back Carlsbad — $27,505 back Carmel — $32,505 back Chico — $5,630 back Chino Hills — $16,255 back Chula Vista — $13,755 back Claremont — $16,255 back Clovis — $5,630 back Colma — $17,505 back Concord — $13,755 back Corona — $11,255 back Coronado — $50,005 back Corte Madera — $32,505 back Costa Mesa — $22,505 back Cupertino — $55,005 back Daly City — $22,505 back Dana Point — $35,005 back Danville — $40,005 back Davis — $13,755 back Del Mar — $57,505 back Diamond Bar — $16,255 back Duarte — $12,505 back Dublin — $25,005 back Dublin — $25,005 back East Palo Alto — $21,255 back El Dorado Hills — $15,005 back El Segundo — $32,505 back Elk Grove — $9,380 back Emeryville — $11,255 back Encinitas — $37,505 back Escondido — $12,505 back Folsom — $12,505 back Foster City — $37,505 back Fremont — $30,005 back Fresno — $4,630 back Fullerton — $17,505 back Gilroy — $16,255 back Glendale — $22,505 back Glendora — $17,505 back Granite Bay — $17,505 back Hacienda Heights — $13,755 back Half Moon Bay — $40,005 back Hayward — $16,255 back Healdsburg — $20,005 back Hermosa Beach — $45,005 back Hidden Hills — $132,505 back Hillsborough — $107,505 back Huntington Beach — $26,255 back Imperial Beach — $13,755 back Irvine — $31,255 back La Habra — $15,005 back La Jolla — $52,505 back La Mesa — $13,755 back La Verne — $16,255 back Ladera Ranch — $22,505 back Lafayette — $42,505 back Laguna Beach — $57,505 back Laguna Niguel — $25,005 back Lake Elsinore — $7,505 back Lake Forest — $20,005 back Lanada Flintridge — $45,005 back Larkspur — $37,505 back Lemon Grove — $12,005 back Lincoln — $8,755 back Livermore — $21,255 back Lodi — $6,255 back Long Beach — $15,005 back Los Alamitos — $22,505 back Los Altos — $100,005 back Los Altos Hills — $132,505 back Los Angeles — $18,755 back Los Gatos — $50,005 back Malibu — $82,505 back Manhattan Beach — $65,005 back Manteca — $8,130 back Menifee — $7,505 back Menlo Park — $65,005 back Mill Valley — $50,005 back Millbrae — $40,005 back Milpitas — $27,505 back Mission Viejo — $22,505 back Modesto — $5,005 back Monrovia — $16,255 back Monte Sereno — $90,005 back Montecito — $95,005 back Monterey — $18,755 back Moraga — $35,005 back Morgan Hill — $23,755 back Mountain View — $42,505 back Murrieta — $10,005 back Napa — $16,255 back National City — $10,005 back Newark — $22,505 back Newport Beach — $65,005 back Novato — $20,005 back Oakland — $16,255 back Oceanside — $15,005 back Ontario — $10,005 back Orinda — $40,005 back Pacific Beach — $25,005 back Pacific Grove — $22,505 back Pacifica — $30,005 back Palm Springs — $10,005 back Palo Alto — $75,005 back Palos Verdes — $45,005 back Palos Verdes Estates — $65,005 back Pasadena — $23,755 back Paso Robles — $11,255 back Petaluma — $16,255 back Piedmont — $50,005 back Pleasanton — $32,505 back Portola Valley — $100,005 back Poway — $22,505 back Rancho Cucamonga — $12,505 back Rancho Mission Viejo — $18,755 back Rancho Palos Verdes — $45,005 back Rancho Santa Fe — $82,505 back Redding — $4,380 back Redondo Beach — $30,005 back Redwood City — $40,005 back Riverside — $9,380 back Rocklin — $11,255 back Rolling Hills — $82,505 back Rolling Hills Estates — $50,005 back Roseville — $10,630 back Rowland Heights — $15,005 back Sacramento — $8,130 back San Anselmo — $27,505 back San Bruno — $27,505 back San Clemente — $27,505 back San Diego — $18,130 back San Dimas — $16,255 back San Francisco — $30,005 back San Jose — $32,505 back San Juanpistrano — $25,005 back San Leandro — $16,255 back San Luis Obispo — $17,505 back San Marcos — $16,255 back San Marino — $57,505 back San Mateo — $35,005 back San Rafael — $22,505 back San Ramon — $28,755 back Sanrlos — $47,505 back Santa Barbara — $32,505 back Santa Clara — $37,505 back Santa Cruz — $25,005 back Santa Monica — $40,005 back Santa Rosa — $12,505 back Santee — $13,755 back Saratoga — $75,005 back Seal Beach — $22,505 back Solana Beach — $40,005 back Sonoma — $18,755 back South Pasadena — $35,005 back South San Francisco — $25,005 back St Helena — $32,505 back Stockton — $5,630 back Sunnyvale — $40,005 back Temecula — $11,255 back Thousand Oaks — $18,755 back Tiburon — $65,005 back Torrance — $21,255 back Tracy — $10,630 back Tustin — $21,255 back Union City — $22,505 back Upland — $12,505 back Ventura — $15,005 back Villa Park — $40,005 back Visalia — $4,380 back Vista — $13,755 back Walnut Creek — $21,255 back West Hollywood — $25,005 back Westlake Village — $25,005 back Woodland — $6,880 back Woodside — $95,005 back Yorba Linda — $22,505 back

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