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What additional fees and taxes will I pay when buying property in Germany?

DanielDaniel · Financemate Co-Founder
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August 11, 2025
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8 min read
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Beyond the property price, budget for 10–15% in extra costs.

Quick Answer

Key fees include:

  • Property transfer tax (Grunderwerbsteuer): 3.5–6.5%
  • Notary & land registry: 1.5–2%
  • Agent commission (Maklergebühr): up to 7.14%

Example

€400,000 property: €24,000 transfer tax (6%), €8,000 notary, €14,280 agent fee = €46,280 total extra

Tip

Check state-specific transfer tax rates; they vary.

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