California Seller Net Sheet Calculator
Estimate what a California seller walks away with. The calculator is pre-loaded with a representative California transfer tax default, so you can run a realistic number in about a minute.
California transfer tax defaults to 0.11% here as a starting point. Rates vary by county and city, so confirm with your title company.
Seller closing costs in California
A California net sheet subtracts every cost of the sale from the price: the commission, the mortgage payoff and any liens, title and settlement fees, the state transfer tax, and any concessions or repairs agreed in the contract. What remains is the seller's estimated net.
Transfer tax
California has a documentary transfer tax, and many cities add their own on top, so rates vary widely.
Frequently asked
Does California have a real estate transfer tax?
Yes. California has a documentary transfer tax, and many cities add their own on top, so rates vary widely. The calculator above pre-loads a representative rate, and you can adjust it to your county's exact figure.
Who pays closing costs in California?
Sellers typically cover the commission, any transfer tax, title and settlement fees, and their mortgage payoff. Buyers usually cover lender and inspection costs. Exact splits are negotiable and set in the contract.
How accurate is this California net sheet?
It is a solid planning estimate. Local transfer taxes and title fees vary by county and city, so confirm the final numbers with your title company before your listing appointment.
Net sheets in other states
Vermont, New Jersey, Arkansas, Oregon, Tennessee, Mississippi.