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What it costs to buy
The asking price is the start. Work out the taxes, fees and ongoing costs for your situation.
This sets both the cost of buying and the cost to own.
+8.28% on top of the price
8.28% of the asking price
Amounts shown in your selected currency
3% of the price
€55 fixed
Usually paid by the seller.
3.75% of the price
1.25% of the price
€500 fixed
Sources and how we calculate
Rates checked 20 Oct 2026. Estimates; your lawyer confirms the final figures. Sources: Transfer tax, Land registry court fees and e-filing, Notary signature certification, Agent fee, including 25% VAT, Lawyer, including 25% VAT, Translation. Court fees about €40 plus the notary’s €13.27 e-filing fee. A sworn translator or interpreter for the deed if you don’t speak the language. Checks the condition, boundaries and planning compliance (geometra in Italy, géomètre in France).
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