How Much Does It Cost to Sell a Home in Los Angeles in 2026?
Selling a home in Los Angeles involves more costs than most sellers anticipate. Between commissions, transfer taxes, staging, and closing costs, the total can easily reach 8–10% of your sale price. This guide breaks down every cost — and shows where smart sellers are saving $18,000+ without sacrificing results.
The Biggest Cost: Listing Agent Commission
The single largest controllable cost. Traditional agents charge 2.5%–3%. CashBack Real Estate lists your home for 1% — the same MLS, same photos, same full-service representation. On a $1,200,000 home, that’s $18,000 back in your pocket.
Complete Cost Breakdown: $1,200,000 LA Home Sale
| Cost Item | Traditional Agent (2.5%) | CashBack RE (1%) |
|---|---|---|
| Listing agent commission | $30,000 | $12,000 |
| Buyer’s agent commission (2.5%) | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| County transfer tax | $1,320 | $1,320 |
| City transfer tax (LA city) | $5,400 | $5,400 |
| Escrow fees | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| Title insurance | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Pre-sale repairs & staging | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Misc (warranty, HOA) | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| TOTAL COSTS | $76,620 | $58,620 |
| NET PROCEEDS | $1,123,380 | $1,141,380 |
Also buying? If you’re also purchasing a new home in LA or OC, our tiered flat-fee buyer model applies: $7,500 flat fee on homes up to $1.5M, with 100% of the buyer-agent commission above that fee rebated back to you at closing. See our full fee schedule.
Other Key Costs
- Transfer taxes: LA County charges $1.10 per $1,000. City of LA adds $4.50 per $1,000. Measure ULA only applies to sales over $5M within city limits.
- Escrow fees: Typically $1.50–$2.00 per $1,000 plus base. Get 2–3 quotes.
- Title insurance: Customarily paid by seller in LA County. Typically $1,000–$2,500.
- Staging: Focus on clean, neutral, decluttered. Don’t over-invest.
Listing Fee Disclaimer: Our 1% fee covers standard residential listing representation. Additional fees may apply for transactions of unusual complexity or outside standard scope. All charges disclosed and agreed in writing before incurred.
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