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Sicily Property Purchase
Cost Calculator 2026

An itemised breakdown of every cost involved in buying property in Sicily — updated for 2026 Italian tax law.

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Purchase Breakdown 2026

Purchase Price€65,000
Paid via the Notary€7,950

In Italy the notaio issues one bill that bundles the taxes below plus their own fee.

Registration Tax9% on purchase price€5,850
Cadastral & Mortgage Tax€50 + €50 flat (resale)€100
Notary Professional FeeScales with property value€2,000
Agent Fee (incl. VAT)€2,379
Legal Fees€0
Translation€300
Geometra / Survey€500
Notary Escrow€0
APE Energy CertificateUsually paid by seller€0
Contingency (10%)€1,113
Total All-In Cost€77,242
18.8%
closing costs above asking price

Note on scaling: Some costs (legal fees, translation, APE certificate) are largely fixed regardless of property value — this calculator applies real minimums, so low-value properties show higher closing-cost ratios, which accurately reflects the Sicilian market.

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Estimates only — this is a guide, not legal or financial advice. Actual values vary by region, agent, notary, and individual property circumstances. Rates based on Italian tax law current as of 2026. Cadastral value is set by the Italian land registry and is typically below market value. Always consult a qualified notaio and an independent lawyer before proceeding with any purchase.