{"id":72900,"date":"2025-08-01T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=72900"},"modified":"2025-08-01T09:18:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T16:18:31","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-sell-a-house","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-sell-a-house\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House? What Sellers Can Expect to Pay"},"content":{"rendered":"

The idea of selling your home and cashing in on your equity is exciting, but before you start planning how to spend your profits, it\u2019s important to factor in the costs. While each sale is different, <\/span>the average cost of selling a house is between 10% to 15% of the sale price<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

From agent commissions and closing costs to repairs and staging, the costs can add up fast. Whether you\u2019re selling a <\/span>condo in Los Angeles<\/span><\/a> or a<\/span> home in Boston<\/span><\/a>, this Redfin article will break down exactly how much it costs to sell a house, so you know what to budget for at every step.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How much does it cost to sell a house?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The cost of selling a home isn\u2019t one-size-fits-all, but <\/span>most sellers should budget around 10% to 15% of the sale price.<\/b> Some may pay less, while others could pay more depending on their location, market conditions, and the home’s condition.<\/span><\/p>\n

Seller closing costs<\/span><\/a> alone usually total 6% to 10% of the sale price, covering agent commissions, title fees, transfer taxes, and more. On top of that, you might need to pay for repairs, staging, professional photography, and moving. If your home has appreciated significantly, capital gains taxes could also apply.<\/span><\/p>\n

To put that into perspective, if you\u2019re selling a home at the current <\/span>U.S. median sale price<\/span><\/a> of $447,000, total selling costs could range from $44,700 to $67,000. The good news: most of these expenses are deducted from your proceeds at closing, not paid out of pocket. However, some costs, like repairs or staging, may require upfront payment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common costs of selling a house<\/span><\/h2>\n

These are the typical expenses that a majority of sellers can expect to pay, regardless of the market or property type. Some are deducted from your sale proceeds, while others require upfront payment.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Real estate agent commission (3% to 6% of sale price)<\/b><\/h3>\n

The <\/span>real estate agent commission <\/span><\/a>is one of the largest expenses of selling a home. Typically between 3% and 6% of the final sale price, this fee goes to the listing agent and oftentimes the buyer\u2019s agent. Sellers can <\/span>negotiate commission rates<\/span><\/a> and whether or not they will cover the <\/span>buyer\u2019s agent fee<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Closing costs (1% to 3% of sale price)<\/b><\/h3>\n

On top of commissions, sellers also pay <\/span>closing costs<\/span><\/a>, which typically are an additional 1% to 3% of the sale price. These costs can include:<\/span>
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