The cost to sell a house in 2025 varies depending on location, sale price, and services used, but generally falls within these ranges:
- In the UK, selling an average-priced house (£290,000) typically costs around £5,000 in estate agent and legal fees, with total selling costs ranging from about £5,000 to £8,000, and possibly up to £10,000-£15,000 for higher-value properties
. Additional fees such as conveyancer costs (£1,400 on average), mortgage advisor fees, and local searches can add to this
- In the US, the total cost to sell a home usually ranges from 8% to 10% of the sale price. For a $400,000 home, sellers might pay between $32,000 and $40,000, including:
- Real estate agent commissions (5-6%, typically split between buyer's and seller's agents)
- Closing costs (1-3%)
- Repairs and renovations
- Staging and photography
- Moving expenses
- Real estate agent commissions alone often average about 5% to 6% of the sale price in the US, with the seller typically paying both the listing and buyer's agent fees
. For example, on a $400,000 home, agent commissions might total around $20,000 to $24,000
- Other significant costs can include home repairs and renovations (often around $10,000), closing costs, title insurance, escrow fees, and moving expenses
- A recent report indicated that in 2024, the average cost to sell a house in the US was about $54,616, with nearly 40% of that spent on agent commissions. Upcoming legal changes may reduce seller commission burdens in the future
Summary:
- UK: Approximately £5,000–£8,000+ depending on property value and fees
- US: Typically 8–10% of sale price, often $30,000–$50,000+ on a mid-range home
- Largest single cost is usually real estate agent commissions (around 5-6%)
- Additional costs include legal fees, repairs, closing costs, and moving expenses
Shopping around for services and negotiating commissions can help reduce these costs
