How to List on MLS in North Carolina Without a Realtor

List your North Carolina property on the MLS without hiring a real estate agent. This guide explains how FSBO sellers can get listed using a flat fee MLS service—no commissions, no hidden broker fees, just full exposure across the state.

Step-by-Step: How to List on the MLS in North Carolina

  1. Choose a flat fee MLS service: Find a provider that covers your local MLS, whether you’re in Charlotte, Raleigh, Asheville, or anywhere in between.
  2. Select your package: Pick the plan that fits your needs. Most include MLS access, photo uploads, and major site syndication.
  3. Submit property details: Fill out a property data form (commonly called an MLS input form) and upload your photos.
  4. Sign listing documents: A licensed North Carolina broker must review and sign off on the listing, as required by law.
  5. Your home goes live: Once activated, your listing appears on the local MLS, Realtor.com, Zillow, Redfin, and other platforms.

What You'll Need to List

  • Basic property facts (bedrooms, square footage, year built, etc.)
  • Photos — usually 6 to 25 depending on your plan
  • Signed MLS listing agreement (required in North Carolina)
  • Buyer agent commission offer (commonly 2.5% to 3%)

Why Sellers Skip the Realtor

Selling FSBO in North Carolina with a flat fee MLS listing helps homeowners keep control while saving thousands. You only pay a small flat rate to get listed, and you avoid the traditional 3% listing agent commission. It's the same MLS, just without the full-service markup.

MLS Boards in North Carolina

North Carolina is home to several regional MLS boards, including Canopy MLS, Triangle MLS, Triad MLS, Longleaf Pine MLS, and NCRMLS (North Carolina Regional). Be sure your flat fee provider places your listing in the correct local MLS based on your city or county.