Here is a realistic breakdown for Greater Victoria:

* **Realtor commissions:** Roughly 3–4% of the sale price, split between buyer and seller agents
* **Legal fees:** $1,200–$2,000 for a real estate lawyer
* **Staging:** $1,500–$5,000 depending on home size and what is needed
* **Pre-sale repairs and cleaning:** Variable
* **Capital gains tax:** Applies if the property is not your principal residence

**Updated for February 2026 benchmarks:** On a $1,307,400 single-family sale, commissions could run $39,000–$52,000. On a $545,600 condo, expect $16,000–$22,000 in commissions alone. With prices down 0.9% to 2.5% year-over-year depending on the month, your net proceeds may be tighter than expected. Know this before you set your net expectations.

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