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The figures shown above are for two example scenarios. Your actual total cost will depend on many factors. This is significantly affected by the price you pay (Stamp duty cost) and the price you sell (Estate Agency fees) these being the biggest single costs when buying and selling any property, not just a brand new home. Some of the larger builders offer schemes such as part-exchange and stamp duty paid on certain plots at certain times of year. The other incidental costs may be either higher or lower depending on your individual circumstances and are offered as an approximate guide only for general budgeting purposes. Mortgage valuation and arrangement fees may also vary.
Budget figures for optional, but usual, additional costs:
Curtains/Blinds
Curtain Track
Lamp Shades/Light Fittings
Kitchen (bowl, bins etc)
Towels
New furniture
Shelving
Paint
Bathroom Cabinets/ Mirrors
Towel Rails/Toilet Roll Holders
Rear garden planting etc.
TOTALS
480.00
150.00
280.00
50.00
100.00
600.00
60.00
150.00
130.00
80.00
1,800.00
£3,880.00
£17,758.50
590.00
180.00
300.00
50.00
100.00
800.00
60.00
150.00
130.00
80.00
2,200.00
£4,640.00
£26,032.50
Estate Agents fees @2.5% incl Vat
Energy Performance certificate
Solicitor Fees Selling
Solicitor Fees Purchase
Search Fee
Other costs
Land Registry
Stamp Duty*
Mortgage Valuation Survey
Mortgage Arrangement Fee
Removal Costs
TV Aerial Installation.
Carpets
Sub Total
Selling at £180,000
Buying at £249,000
6,462.50
42.00
458.00
464.00
115.00
154.00
220.00
8,250.00
175.00
499.00
900.00
150.00
3,500.00
£21,392.50
5,287.50
42.00
429.00
464.00
115.00
154.00
220.00
2,490.00
175.00
499.00
850.00
150.00
3,000.00
£13,878.50
Selling at £220,000
Buying at £275,000
Approximate average cost of moving home
How much does it cost to move home? There are many hidden costs when selling and buying a house, and the guide below will make sure you take everything into account.