What Is the Cost of Selling a House in New Hampshire?

Published on May 28th, 2025
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Cheyenne Wiseman is an Associate Editor at HomeLight.com. Previously, she worked as a writer for Static Media (Mashed.com and Chowhound.com) and as an editor for CBR.com. Cheyenne holds a bachelor’s degree in English from UC Davis, where she also founded and led a literary magazine called Open Ceilings. She has four years of experience writing and editing on topics including real estate, financial advising, and pharmaceuticals.

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If you’re like many residents in New Hampshire, your home is your most significant asset, so selling it is a big decision. You may be relocating to a different state, moving to the suburbs, or downsizing your space. Regardless of your motivations, you want the process to be as stress-free as possible while maximizing your proceeds.

As you begin to plan, it’s important to understand the potential costs of selling your home. In this article, we’ve compiled the expenses you can anticipate and gathered expert insights to give you a clearer picture of the cost of selling a house in New Hampshire.

Housing trends in New Hampshire

Like many areas nationwide, the New Hampshire housing market faces high interest rates and increased home prices.

“The housing market right now in New Hampshire is very robust. We’re finding that prices are holding steady — they’re not going down at this time. We’re still seeing multiple offers come in on properties, often over asking price. The main issue we’re facing is the lack of available listings,” says Siobhan Dalton, a top New Hampshire real estate agent who works with over 80% more single-family homes than the average local agent.

Here’s a closer look at the current real estate landscape in New Hampshire:

	As of April 2025
Days on market	35 days
Median home sale price	$528,000
List price vs. sale price	101%
Supply of inventory	1.6 months
Population growth year over year	+0.48%

Sources: New Hampshire Realtors, World Population Review

As a seller in New Hampshire, one metric to consider is the days on market (DOM), which indicates the average time from listing a home to securing a signed purchase agreement. In New Hampshire, the average DOM is 35 days.

“So much of it comes down to how well the home is marketed and presented to the public — that’s a key ingredient in getting a quick sale,” Dalton says.

Start with a home value estimate

A great first step in estimating the cost of selling your New Hampshire house is to get a home value estimate. With how quickly values and markets are changing, now’s a smart time to assess your home’s worth.

You can quickly secure an online value estimate using HomeLight’s Home Value Estimator. This free automated valuation model (AVM) tool will analyze recent sales, local market trends, and your New Hampshire home’s latest selling price to give you a preliminary value range in under two minutes. Just enter your address to get started.

How much does it cost to sell a house in New Hampshire?

Based on our research, the cost of selling a house in New Hampshire could range from 6% to 10% of your selling price.

For instance, if you sell your home for $528,000 — the median home price in New Hampshire — your selling costs could be approximately $31,680 to $52,800.

Your specific costs will depend on your choices regarding home preparations, agent commissions, and any concessions you may offer to the buyer. Next, we’ll break down the expenses you may run into when selling a house in New Hampshire.

What are common expenses for sellers in New Hampshire?

The cost of selling a house in New Hampshire can vary based on the state’s evolving market.

Several factors can affect the cost of preparing your home for sale, including its size, age, and condition. The following estimated prices may help you plan your home sale.

Prepping your house for sale

Preparing your New Hampshire home for sale typically costs between 1.5% and 2.7% of your home’s final sale price. Based on a $528,000 median price, this could amount to approximately $7,920 to $14,256.

These expenses can include:

Pre-sale repairs: $4,500-$5,400, depending on the year your home was built and its maintenance history.
Staging your home: $1,500-$4,000 (recommended by New Hampshire agents for higher proceeds).
Professional cleaning services: $118-$237, depending on the home’s size.
Interior painting: $966-$3,086.
Landscaping work: $1,248-$6,281.
Pre-listing inspection: $250-$500 if desired or necessary.

Before undertaking any big projects, such as a kitchen remodel or roof replacement, talk with your agent. An experienced New Hampshire real estate agent can advise you on what needs fixing and what doesn’t when selling your home.

Realtor fees in New Hampshire

Agent commissions are some of the highest costs in a real estate transaction. In New Hampshire, Realtor fees can range from 2.5% to 6%, depending on whether you choose to pay the buyer’s agent commissions, which is no longer a given following a landmark court settlement that altered commission rules nationwide.

Based on the median home price of $528,000 in New Hampshire, you can expect to pay between $13,200 (2.5%) and $31,680 (6%) in real estate agent commissions.

While agent commissions may seem high, working with an experienced professional can help you maximize your profit. HomeLight transaction data indicates that the top 5% of agents across the U.S. sell homes for as much as 10% more than the average real estate agent.

Later on, we’ll show how commissions can affect your total selling costs in our at-a-glance analysis chart.

Try HomeLight’s Agent Commissions Calculator to estimate your potential Realtor fees in New Hampshire. HomeLight’s free Agent Match tool can help you connect with a top real estate agent in your market.

Seller concessions

Seller concessions can raise the cost of selling a house in New Hampshire. Beyond the direct expenses of preparing your home for sale and Realtor fees, there may also be indirect costs. This may include seller concessions and buyer incentives.

A concession occurs when a seller agrees to use part of their proceeds to cover some or all of a buyer’s closing costs. The exact amount of these costs will depend on your market and selling circumstances.

“In some cases, a seller might say to the buyer, ‘We’re willing to leave the lawn mower, the snow blower,’ as an incentive — but we’re not seeing too many seller concessions in this particular market right now,” Dalton says.

While sellers are not required to make concessions, doing so can attract more buyers, make your home stand out, and help close the deal. Here’s a quick overview of some seller concession examples that might increase the cost of selling a house in New Hampshire:

Home inspection fees: $296-$424, depending on square footage
Buyer’s home warranty: $350-$900 ($1,200-$1,400 for more comprehensive plans)
Repair credit: Seller credits vary and can lower your net proceeds

Closing costs and additional fees

Your closing costs and additional fees (excluding agent commissions) will likely range from 2% to 4% of your home’s selling price. At New Hampshire’s median home price of $528,000, this would come out to around $10,560 and $21,120.

So, what closing costs do sellers need to pay in New Hampshire? Here’s what you might find on your final settlement statement:

Escrow fee
Title insurance premiums
Title search fees
Tax liens or other judgments
Homeowner’s association dues
Reconveyance fee and recording fees
Prorated property taxes
Mortgage loan payoff amount (U.S. average: approximately $250,000)
Real estate transfer tax

New Hampshire’s transfer tax: Not all states have a real estate transfer tax, but in New Hampshire, both the buyer and seller are responsible for paying this tax, which is levied at $0.75 per $100. Typically, each party covers half of the tax amount, but this can vary based on the terms of the agreement.

At-a-glance home selling cost example for New Hampshire

This at-a-glance analysis is based on New Hampshire’s median home price of $528,000. To simplify things, this table does not include a mortgage payoff amount. This chart may be a helpful planning tool as you get ready to sell your home.

Selling expense	Example costs*	% of home sale price
Prepping your home for sale	$10,560	2%
Realtor fees (commissions)	$15,840	3% (listing agent only)
Concessions, closing costs, taxes, fees	$15,840	3%
Transfer tax	$3,960	0.75% (or $0.75 per $100 of the sale price)
Total selling cost example	$46,200	8.75%

*General estimates based on New Hampshire’s median home price of $528,000

If you cover the buyer’s agent fee: Add an estimated 2.5% or $13,200.

So how much profit will you make? To gain a better understanding of your potential earnings after expenses, try HomeLight’s Net Proceeds Calculator. This free tool considers all the selling costs discussed in this post, including your mortgage payoff amount.

Relocation expenses

One expense you might overlook is the cost of relocating. Moving costs vary based on your destination and whether you hire movers to pack your belongings. Here’s a general idea of what you might pay when you move:

Typical cost to move: $883-$2,568
Typical cost to move out of New Hampshire: $3,000-$9,500

How can I reduce my seller costs in New Hampshire?

You have a few ways to reduce the cost of selling a house in New Hampshire. For example:

Handle repairs on your own when possible
Negotiate a lower commission with your real estate agent
Use a discount-commission agent or brokerage
List your home for sale by owner (FSBO)
Avoid offering seller concessions or buyer incentives
If you agree to cover closing costs or provide a repair credit, consider raising your New Hampshire home’s sale price
Resist the temptation to over-improve or make unnecessary repairs when selling
Sell your house off-market
Time your home sale using HomeLight’s Best Time to Sell Calculator
Work with a top-rated New Hampshire agent who has a proven sale-to-list ratio

While a discount agent or broker may provide lower-cost services, they might lack the experience to close the sale successfully. This could result in you leaving money on the table.

“A homeowner’s best bet is to understand that the brokerage fee — the commission — is typically the most significant cost for a seller when selling a property. That fee is always negotiable. Sellers can negotiate what they want to offer to the buyer’s agent and to the seller’s agent,” says Dalton.

Helpful tools for your next home purchase

As you plan for your next home purchase, you might find the following HomeLight tools and programs useful:

It takes just two minutes to match clients with the best real estate agents, who will contact you and guide you through the process. To connect with an agent, simply tell us a little bit about your property and how soon you’re looking to sell.

Our data shows the top 5% of agents across the U.S. help clients sell their home for as much as 10% more than the average real estate agent.

Partner and plan with a top New Hampshire agent

A good first step in determining the cost of selling your New Hampshire property is to get a home value estimate.

Next, you need to devise a plan to maximize your profits. HomeLight’s free Agent Match platform can connect you with a top real estate agent in your New Hampshire market who can help sell your property above its list price.

Typically, the cost to sell a house in New Hampshire ranges from 6% to 10% or more of your home’s final sale price.

“Right now, I would say that if you’re a seller in New Hampshire thinking about listing your home, it’s the right time to do it. Of course, none of us knows what the future will hold, but at this moment, we’re still seeing homes sell at a premium. So, if a seller is on the fence and unsure, I’d encourage them to go ahead and test the waters,” Dalton advises.

HomeLight’s Agent Match can connect you with the highest-performing agents in your area who can help you achieve your selling goals.

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Cheyenne Wiseman

Associate Editor

Cheyenne Wiseman is an Associate Editor at HomeLight.com. Previously, she worked as a writer for Static Media (Mashed.com and Chowhound.com) and as an editor for CBR.com. Cheyenne holds a bachelor’s degree in English from UC Davis, where she also founded and led a literary magazine called Open Ceilings. She has four years of experience writing and editing on topics including real estate, financial advising, and pharmaceuticals.