The list price or asking price is the price the vendor of a property has placed a property on the market for, it is what a seller is wishing to obtain. It is also the price which a top real estate agent, should be able to achieve for the sale of a home.
The sales price is the actual amount which the vendor is willing to accept and the buyer is willing to pay for the sale of a particular property.
Prop Tip:  Choosing a reputable estate agent with great experience, with local market knowledge, skillful negotiating capabilities, that puts the interest of the vendor first is essential to achieve the maximum price in case of an offer.