How Much Does It Really Cost to Sell a Home in Redlands, CA?

Selling a home in Redlands comes with more costs than most sellers expect. If you're planning to list this year, here's a clear, honest breakdown of what you'll actually pay, so there are no surprises at closing.

1. Real Estate Commission

Commission is usually the biggest line item. In Redlands, total commission (listing agent and buyer's agent combined) typically runs 5 to 6 percent of your sale price. On a $650,000 home, that's roughly $32,500 to $39,000.

This is negotiable, and it's worth asking your agent what's included for that fee. A good agent brings marketing, negotiation, and problem-solving that pays for itself. A weak one just costs you money.

2. Repairs and Pre-Listing Prep

Buyers in Redlands are comparing your home to others in the neighborhood. Small repairs (paint touch-ups, fixing leaky faucets, patching drywall) usually cost a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, but they prevent bigger price reductions during negotiations.

Larger issues (roof, HVAC, foundation) can run into the tens of thousands. A pre-listing inspection helps you find these early, on your terms, instead of during escrow when a buyer's inspector finds them first.

3. Home Staging

Staging is one of the highest-return investments a seller can make. Staged Redlands homes typically sell faster and for more than unstaged ones in the same price range. Staging packages usually run $2,500 to $5,500 depending on the size of the home and how many rooms need furnishing.

I own Reveal Home Staging, and I include staging as part of my service for my listing clients. It's one of the reasons my listings tend to move faster than average for the area.

4. Closing Costs

Sellers in California typically pay:

• Title insurance (owner's policy)
• Escrow fees
• County transfer tax
• Prorated property taxes
• HOA transfer fees, if applicable

Altogether, these usually add up to 1 to 2 percent of the sale price.

5. Concessions and Repair Credits

After the home inspection, many buyers ask for credits or repairs. Budgeting an extra 1 percent as a cushion for negotiation keeps you from being caught off guard.

What This Looks Like on a Real Redlands Home

On a $650,000 home:

• Commission: ~$35,000
• Repairs/prep: $1,000–$5,000
• Staging: $2,500–$5,500
• Closing costs: ~$8,000
• Concession cushion: ~$6,500

Total: roughly $52,000 to $60,000, or about 8 to 9 percent of the sale price.

The Real Question: What's Your Net?

The sticker costs matter less than your bottom line. A well-priced, well-staged, well-marketed home often nets sellers more, even after these costs, than a home sold "as-is" for a lower fee. I walk every seller through a full net sheet before we list, so you know your real number going in, not just your list price.

Ready to Find Out What You'd Net on Your Redlands Home?

I've sold over 1,000 homes in Redlands and the Inland Empire since 2001, and I include professional staging on every listing through my own staging company, Reveal Home Staging. Let's run your numbers together.

Cristina Caministeanu, REALTOR® eXp Realty of California, Inc. 909.213.8565 | [email protected] redlandsrealestatepros.com