The Hidden Costs of Selling Your Home in Loganholme (and How to Prepare)
The Hidden Costs of Selling Your Home in Loganholme (and How to Prepare)
Selling your home in Loganholme, a well-established suburb in the Logan City region, can deliver great interest from buyers seeking value and convenience. With access to major transport links, schools, parks, and retail hubs, this area attracts both owner-occupiers and investors. However, while many sellers focus on the sale price, the true outcome comes down to what you keep after all costs — including the often-hidden ones. Planning for them early ensures a smoother sale with fewer surprises.
Loganholme Market Snapshot
As of early 2026, Loganholme’s property market remains robust:
Median house price: approximately $840,000 – $880,000
Median unit/townhouse price: approximately $590,000 – $630,000
Loganholme’s rental market remains active with rental demand supporting healthy yields — typically ~4.5% – 5.0% for both houses and units — making it attractive to investors and contributing to buyer competition when listings are well-priced and presented.
1) Agent Commission & Marketing Costs
The first and often largest cost is your agent’s commission. While this is typically a negotiated percentage of the sale price, it’s the marketing expenditure that often surprises sellers. Professional campaigns may include:
Professional photography & floorplans
Online premium placement and featured listings
Social media advertising
Signboard & email database campaigns
Hidden cost tip: Mid-campaign upgrades — such as twilight photography or drone video — can add unexpected fees.
How to prepare: Request a detailed, itemised marketing plan that clearly explains what services are included and what costs extra.
2) Conveyancing & Legal Fees
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property title and is unavoidable. On top of base legal fees, there are often smaller settlement disbursements such as title searches and documentation charges.
How to prepare: Get a full written quote from your solicitor or conveyancer early so there are no surprises near settlement.
3) Mortgage Discharge & Potential Break Costs
If there’s an outstanding mortgage, your lender will typically charge a mortgage discharge fee when the loan is repaid at settlement. If your loan is on a fixed rate, break costs may also apply — sometimes substantially — depending on market conditions and your loan terms.
How to prepare: Contact your lender early to request a payout figure that includes any potential break costs.
4) Unit/Townhouse Administration (Body Corporate)
For units and townhouses, buyers’ solicitors usually request body corporate certificates and records as part of the contract. These can attract both standard and priority fees if needed quickly.
How to prepare: Order these certificates well before going to market so you’re not rushed to provide them later.
5) Presentation & Pre-Sale Preparation
In a market like Loganholme, presentation can influence both the number of offers and the final sale price. Common areas sellers spend on include:
Pressure cleaning of driveways and outdoor areas
Garden and lawn tidy-ups
Minor repairs (paint touch-ups, door handles, silicone work)
Professional styling or staging of key rooms
How to prepare: Prioritise first impressions — the entry, kitchen, and main living areas often deliver the best return on spend.
Sell with Confidence — Norton’s Real Estate
If you’d like a clear cost breakdown and tailored selling strategy for your Loganholme home — including an estimate of expected costs and net result — we’ll map it out with you before you list.
Disclaimer
This article is general information only and does not constitute legal, financial or tax advice. Costs vary by property type, loan arrangements, timing and selling method. Always obtain independent advice from your solicitor/conveyancer and accountant before selling.