Moving House Cost

Moving house in Ireland costs 2-4% of the property price. For a €350,000 home, expect €7,000-€14,000 including stamp duty (1%), estate agent fees (1-2%), solicitors (€1,500-€3,000), surveys, and removals.

Irish stamp duty is 1% up to €1 million and 2% above that. There is no first-time buyer exemption from stamp duty in Ireland. For a €350,000 home, stamp duty is €3,500.

Estate agent fees in Ireland range from 1-3% of the sale price plus VAT at 23%. For a €350,000 home, expect €3,500-€10,500. Fees are negotiable, especially for higher-value properties.

Solicitor fees in Ireland range from €1,500-€3,000 plus outlays (searches, land registry, etc.). Total legal costs are typically €2,000-€4,000 for a standard house purchase.

Use this calculator to estimate all costs of moving home in Ireland: stamp duty, estate agent fees, legal fees, survey costs, removals, EPC certificate, and temporary housing.

A structural survey is strongly recommended. Costs range from €400 for a basic homebuyer report to €1,500+ for a full structural survey. Your lender may also require a valuation survey.

Removal costs range from €500 for a small apartment to €3,000+ for a large family home. Costs depend on distance, volume of belongings, and whether packing services are included.

Total moving costs in Ireland typically range from 2-5% of the property price. For a €350,000 home, total costs are approximately €10,000-€15,000 depending on your specific circumstances.

Selling first avoids bridge financing costs but may require temporary housing. Buying first avoids temporary moves but needs more capital upfront. Many Irish buyers use "sale agreed" chains to coordinate both transactions.

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC / BER) costs €150-€250 in Ireland and is required when selling a property. The BER assessment rates your home from A to G.

The Help to Buy scheme gives up to €30,000 or 10% of the purchase price for first-time buyers. The First Home Scheme helps with shared equity. These can offset moving costs significantly.

Yes, there is no first-time buyer exemption from stamp duty in Ireland. However, the Help to Buy grant and First Home Scheme can help offset the total cost. FTBs should budget for stamp duty as part of their moving costs.