Melbourne Conveyancing Fees: A Broad Comparison (2025)

Conveyancing costs in Melbourne can vary widely depending on the service provider (licensed conveyancer vs solicitor), the type of transaction (buying or selling), and the property type (residential, commercial, or off-the-plan). Below, we break down the latest fees from several Melbourne firms, including base professional charges, typical disbursements, and total estimated costs. All suburbs of Melbourne are covered, as most providers offer state-wide services.

Key Takeaways

Conveyancing in Melbourne costs between $800 and $1,500 for standard residential transactions, plus $200–$500 in disbursements.
The total cost to buy a typical home ranges from $1,000 to $1,400.
The total cost to sell a home is usually $1,100 to $1,500, due to additional certificate requirements.
Fixed-fee options are common, but some firms list disbursements separately (extra costs, such as paying for property certificates, council rates information, or title searches – items your conveyancer has to purchase from others to complete the job correctly).
Off-the-plan purchases cost slightly more due to the complexity of the contracts and additional certificates.
Commercial conveyancing is typically priced higher, ranging from $1,500 to $ 2,500 or more, depending on complexity.
Cheap quotes under $800 rarely include disbursements and may lack full service.
All suburbs of Melbourne are serviced, with most providers operating online and across the state.

Overview of Conveyancing Fees in Melbourne

Typical Fee Range: In Victoria (Melbourne and regional areas), standard conveyancing base fees generally start at around A$800 and can reach up to A$1,500 (plus GST) for straightforward transactions. The lower end reflects fees from licensed conveyancers, while higher fees are often charged by solicitors or for more complex matters.

Disbursements (third-party costs for title searches, certificates, etc.) typically add approximately A$200–$500 to the base fee for a standard house and can be higher for units or more complex properties (tnsconveyancing.com.au , leadconveyancing.com.au).

All up, a simple residential conveyance in Melbourne averages around A$870–$1,150 in total costs (including disbursements) for buyers (leadconveyancing.com.au), and about A$1,050–$1,250 for sellers (leadconveyancing.com.au) due to additional certificate costs for the Vendor’s Statement.

Inclusions: Most conveyancing quotes cover the legal work (preparing or reviewing contracts, liaising with banks and agents, and coordinating settlement) and standard searches required for the property.

Real-life Example 2025

Base fees often include title and plan searches, council and water rate certificates, and preparation of adjustment statements. Disbursements are itemised for transparency – common items include:

title searches ($8–$18),
council rates ($40),
water authority ($30),
land tax ($30), and
(if applicable) owners’ corporation certificates (approximately $190 for the first, with a reduced rate for additional ones).

Melbourne Conveyancing Fees

For residential properties (houses, units, townhouses), many Melbourne conveyancers offer fixed-fee packages. Some conveyancers charge the same flat fee for both buying and selling, while others have slight variations. Generally, selling can involve additional work (e.g., preparing the Section 32 vendor’s statement) and thus may cost a bit more, although this isn’t universal.

How Much Does Melbourne Conveyancing Cost

Base Conveyancing Fees For Purchasing A Residential Property in Melbourne

Table 1 compares base legal fees for purchasing a residential property across several Melbourne firms, along with typical disbursement ranges and total estimated costs:

Conveyancers	Base Fee	Typical Disbursements
Entry Conveyancing – Melbourne	A$995 (fixed, GST inc.) entryconveyancing.com.au	Not included – quote provides itemised costs
Orange Legal Group – Essendon	A$900 + GST orangelegalgroup.com.au (starting fee)	additional for certificates (council, water, etc.)
Conveyed – Melbourne, all suburbs	~A$1,100 (incl. GST) conveyed.com.au (standard buy)	Not included (billed at cost)
AB Morison Conveyancing – Melbourne	A$1,699 + GST abmorison.com.au (fixed)	Standard searches extra (thorough search package)

Melbourne’s conveyancing fees are quite competitive in 2025, with many fixed-fee options available.

Residential deals typically fall around the $1,000–$1,500 total mark per transaction in the metropolitan area.
Commercial and intricate off-the-plan transactions can be higher, but basic quotes (as shown) start at modest levels.

❗ IMPORTANT:

When comparing providers, consider not only the base price but also the services and support that accompany it. A slightly higher fee may be worth it for unlimited contract reviews or a highly responsive solicitor.