What Are The Fees Involved With Selling a House in 2026?

There are many steps involved in the process of selling a house and moving into your new home. Each of these steps might come with a cost and, as anyone who has been through the process will agree, the fees can mount up. This article looks at how much it might cost to sell your house in England and Wales today. 

Estate Agents Fees

In most cases it is advisable to use an Estate Agent when selling your home. People can successfully complete a sale without employing one, but the time and work involved often proves too much for most. Estate Agents will market your property, arrange and conduct viewings, and negotiate on your behalf. Unfortunately, this is not always cheap. The average UK Estate Agents fees in 2026 are 1.42%, although the range can be from 1% to 3.5%, depending on differing factors, including whether you use a sole agency or multi-agency approach. For example, on the current UK average house price of £285,000 the Estate Agent fees, at 1.42%, would be £4047.

Conveyancing Fees

A property sale often requires Conveyancing. It is worthwhile investigating the capabilities and background of any Conveyancer or property lawyer you consider using. Amongst the tasks a Conveyancer will need to complete are conducting searches on the property, drafting, reviewing and exchanging contracts with the buyer’s solicitor. Plus, additionally overseeing the transfer of funds and legal ownership. 

At Northwood Banks we have set Conveyancing Fees, which we advertise clearly in advance here. These fees may vary largely depending on circumstances, so an average cost is difficult to discern. For your reference, a good estimate is £1,300 for sale only. Our highly trained and dedicated team are there to ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible. We are also fully regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) so you can rest assured that our work is up to the highest standard. 

Other conveyancers and property lawyers often change their Conveyancing Fees depending on the property or situation involved, requiring a quotation. These fees can then often vary as the sale progresses. Frequently these fees can exceed £1,500. 

Disbursements

It is not always common knowledge that during the Conveyancing process, Conveyancers or Property Lawyers incur costs from external sources. For example, Land Registry fees, search fees and bank transfer fees. These are known as disbursements and will need to be paid in addition to the Conveyancing Fees. 

At Northwood Banks we will always advise you of any Disbursements required during your sale, and the costs involved. This of course can vary from sale to sale. 

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

An Energy Performance Certificate covers the energy efficiency of the property for sale using a scale from A to G. It is a legal document which needs to be passed on to any potential purchasers of your property. The EPC is valid for ten years and, assuming you have made no significant changes to your property in that time, applying for a new one is not required. However, should a new one be needed then fees can vary between £65 and £120 as of 2026. 

Removal Costs

There are a wide variety of options when it comes to choosing a removal company, and therefore a wide range of Removal Costs on offer as well. Recent surveys suggest the average Removal Costs for a 3-bedroom house in the UK is currently around £1,300. We recommend getting several quotes from reputable businesses, alongside ensuring that you understand what each quote covers. 

Mortgage Exit or Early Repayment Fees

Mortgages are another area when selling your property, which can become complex. You may wish to transfer your mortgage to a new property, or pay it off and take out a new one, or perhaps simply pay it off without the need for another. Depending on your current lender, there are likely to be fees for making any of these changes which will be unique to the lender and depend on your current mortgage deal. 

As a rough guide, the fees for exiting your mortgage could cost between £50 and £300. The costs of early repayment could fall between 1% and 5% of the remaining balance, and a re-mortgage / transfer fee from £300 to as much as £1,500. 

Other Fees in Selling a House

The article above is not exhaustive, and selling your property could incur additional costs. For example, if you live in Scotland and need a Home Report, or if the property you are selling is not your primary residence and is liable for Capital Gains Tax. 

We recommend, therefore, taking time and effort to discover exactly what you may need to pay, and getting detailed quotes wherever possible.