Closing Cost Calculator for California: Seller Averages

This free calculator can help home sellers in California estimate their closing costs and net proceeds. To get a ballpark idea of the cost of selling a house in the Golden State, enter the information for each of the input fields above. You can see typical or state averages for most California seller closing costs below.

Home Selling Price: $833,000

How does your home compare to the state’s median selling price of $833,000? To determine your listing price, you can:

1. Get a preliminary estimate with HomeLight’s free Home Value Estimator
2. Request a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) from a top California agent
3. Purchase a pre-listing home appraisal (typically $700–$1,000 in California)
4. Visit this HomeLight map link to compare recently sold homes in California

Mortgage Payoff Amount: $445,250

According to the credit professionals at Experian, the average mortgage balance for California homeowners is $445,250. To find your exact payoff amount, check your latest mortgage statement or contact your mortgage loan provider.

Listing Agent Fee: $20,825–$24,990

A typical listing agent commission in California is 2.5% to 3% of the home’s selling price. On a $833,000 house, your agent’s fee might range from $20,825–$24,990.