Estimate Your Home Sale Proceeds
Select your state and county for accurate transfer taxes, grantor taxes, and closing costs — then see how much more you keep with our 1.5% listing fee.
See How Much More You Keep
The difference between a 3% listing fee and our 1.5% fee adds up fast — especially in the DMV market. Here's what that looks like at every price point.
| Sale Price | 3% Listing Fee | 1.5% Jamil Brothers | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| $500,000 | $15,000 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| $750,000 | $22,500 | $11,250 | $11,250 |
| $1,000,000 | $30,000 | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| $1,500,000 | $45,000 | $22,500 | $22,500 |
| $2,000,000 | $60,000 | $30,000 | $30,000 |
Listing fee comparison only — buyer agent compensation, transfer taxes, and closing costs are identical regardless of listing fee.
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What Is a Seller Net Sheet?
A seller net sheet is an itemized estimate of the costs you'll pay when selling your home — and the proceeds you'll walk away with after closing. It accounts for your mortgage payoff, real estate commissions, transfer and grantor taxes, title and settlement fees, and any additional credits or concessions you've agreed to with the buyer.
In the DMV market, closing costs vary significantly depending on where your property is located. Virginia sellers pay a grantor tax (with an additional regional tax in Northern Virginia), Maryland sellers split a state transfer tax plus county-specific transfer and recordation taxes, and DC sellers pay a deed transfer tax that changes based on the sale price. These differences can shift your net proceeds by thousands of dollars — which is why a county-specific calculator matters.
Most sellers receive a preliminary net sheet from their listing agent before going on the market, and a final version from the title company before closing. Our calculator above gives you an instant, no-login estimate using the actual tax rates for your specific county or jurisdiction — so you can plan with confidence before you even talk to an agent.
A common mistake sellers make is focusing only on the sale price without accounting for the costs that come out of it. Two identical homes selling for $800,000 in Fairfax County and Montgomery County will produce very different net proceeds because of how each jurisdiction structures its transfer taxes. Your net sheet is what turns a sale price into a real number you can plan around.
How Seller Closing Costs Differ by State
Transfer taxes, grantor taxes, and recordation fees vary dramatically across Virginia, Maryland, DC, and West Virginia. Here's what sellers pay in each.
Virginia
Virginia sellers pay a grantor tax of $1 per $1,000 of the sale price (0.10%). In Northern Virginia — Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Alexandria, Manassas, Manassas Park, and Falls Church — there's an additional regional tax of $1.50 per $1,000 (0.15%), bringing the total seller tax to 0.25%. The buyer typically pays the recordation tax separately. Virginia has some of the lowest seller transfer costs in the DMV.
NoVA: 0.25% · Rest of VA: 0.10%Maryland
Maryland has the most complex cost structure in the region. Sellers share the state transfer tax (0.5%, typically split 50/50) plus county-specific transfer and recordation taxes that vary widely. Montgomery County sellers pay roughly 1.0% while Prince George's County can reach 1.2%. Baltimore City is the highest at 1.5%. These county differences make a Maryland seller net sheet significantly harder to estimate without a county-specific calculator.
Ranges from 0.50% to 1.50% by countyWashington, D.C.
DC uses a tiered deed transfer tax based on the sale price. For residential properties selling under $400,000, the seller pays 1.1%. At $400,000 and above — which includes most DC homes — the rate jumps to 1.45%. The buyer pays a recordation tax at the same rates. DC's transfer tax is the highest flat rate in the DMV market, which makes the listing fee savings from a 1.5% commission even more impactful for DC sellers.
Under $400K: 1.10% · $400K+: 1.45%West Virginia
West Virginia offers the lowest transfer tax in the DMV at $1.10 per $500 of the sale price, or 0.22%. This applies statewide with no county variation. For DMV buyers and sellers looking at Jefferson or Berkeley County as a more affordable alternative, the lower tax burden is one more advantage. Combined with a 1.5% listing fee, WV sellers retain the most equity of any state in the region.
Statewide: 0.22%Seller Transfer & Grantor Tax Rates by County
Click any column header to sort · Rates current as of February 2026
| County / Jurisdiction | State | Tax Type | Seller Rate | Cost on $800K Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | ||||
| Fairfax County | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| Loudoun County | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| Prince William County | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| Arlington County | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| City of Alexandria | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| City of Manassas | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| City of Manassas Park | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| City of Falls Church | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| City of Fairfax | VA | Grantor + Regional | 0.25% | $2,000 |
| Fauquier County | VA | Grantor Tax | 0.10% | $800 |
| Stafford County | VA | Grantor Tax | 0.10% | $800 |
| Clarke County | VA | Grantor Tax | 0.10% | $800 |
| Warren County | VA | Grantor Tax | 0.10% | $800 |
| City of Fredericksburg | VA | Grantor Tax | 0.10% | $800 |
| Maryland | ||||
| Montgomery County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 1.00% | $8,000 |
| Prince George's County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 1.20% | $9,600 |
| Howard County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.75% | $6,000 |
| Frederick County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.66% | $5,280 |
| Anne Arundel County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.75% | $6,000 |
| Charles County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 1.00% | $8,000 |
| Calvert County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.50% | $4,000 |
| Baltimore County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.83% | $6,640 |
| Baltimore City | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 1.50% | $12,000 |
| Harford County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.75% | $6,000 |
| Carroll County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.50% | $4,000 |
| Washington County | MD | Transfer + Recordation (Seller Share) | 0.60% | $4,800 |
| Washington, D.C. | ||||
| D.C. (Sale Under $400K) | DC | Deed Transfer Tax | 1.10% | $8,800 |
| D.C. (Sale $400K+) | DC | Deed Transfer Tax | 1.45% | $11,600 |
| West Virginia | ||||
| Jefferson County | WV | Transfer Tax | 0.22% | $1,760 |
| Berkeley County | WV | Transfer Tax | 0.22% | $1,760 |
| Morgan County | WV | Transfer Tax | 0.22% | $1,760 |
Rates reflect the seller's share of transfer/grantor/recordation taxes. Buyer-paid taxes (e.g., VA recordation, DC recordation) are not shown.
Use the calculator above for a full net proceeds estimate including all closing costs for your specific county.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a seller net sheet and why do I need one?
▼How accurate is this seller net sheet calculator?
▼What is a grantor tax in Virginia?
▼How do Maryland seller closing costs compare to Virginia?
▼What does the 1.5% listing fee include?
▼Who pays transfer taxes in DC — the buyer or the seller?
▼Can I use this calculator if I'm selling in West Virginia?
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Regulatory Disclosures: The 1.5% fee refers exclusively to the listing-broker compensation charged by The Jamil Brothers Realty Group. Any buyer-broker compensation (if offered) is separate, optional, and fully negotiable. Total commission is not fixed by law and may vary by transaction. Program availability and specific terms may vary based on property type, local market conditions, and the signed listing agreement. All figures provided on this page are illustrative estimates for educational purposes and do not constitute a guarantee of net proceeds or savings.
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