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Last updated: October 23, 2026, with Miami-Dade MLS data through September 24, 2026
How much does it cost to sell a home in Doral?
Doral sellers usually pay the commission they negotiate, Miami-Dade deed doc stamps of $0.60 per $100, their mortgage payoff, and a property tax credit to the buyer. At Doral's median single-family price of $1,055,000, doc stamps alone are $6,330. In Miami-Dade, the buyer customarily pays the owner's title policy.
What Do Sellers Pay at Closing in Doral?
Seller costs in Miami-Dade come from three places: Florida law, your contract, and your own home. Here is who customarily pays each item:
| Cost | Who customarily pays in Miami-Dade | Set by |
|---|---|---|
| Documentary stamp tax on the deed | Seller | Florida law |
| Owner's title insurance policy | Buyer | Local custom, written into the contract |
| Real estate commission | Seller, buyer, or both, as negotiated | Your listing agreement and the offer |
| HOA or condo estoppel certificate | Set in the contract | Florida law caps the fee |
| Property taxes for the current year | Prorated to the closing date | The contract |
| Mortgage payoff | Seller | Your lender's payoff letter |
| FIRPTA withholding (foreign sellers) | Withheld by the buyer from the seller's proceeds | Federal law |
Customary in Miami-Dade, but every item can be negotiated in the contract. Buyer costs are in my buyer closing costs guide.
How Much Are Seller Costs at Doral's Median Prices?
Using the median Doral sale prices and property taxes from the Miami-Dade MLS, here are two of the largest fixed items, before commission and your mortgage payoff:
| Doral property type | Median sale price | Deed doc stamps ($0.60 per $100) | Median annual property tax | Tax credit to buyer, Oct. 31 closing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Condo | $377,500 | $2,265 | $4,897 | $4,078 |
| Townhouse | $657,500 | $3,945 | $8,657 | $7,210 |
| Single-family home | $1,055,000 | $6,330 | $12,732 | $10,604 |
Doc stamps at the Miami-Dade single-family rate, which includes condo units; confirm the rate for a townhouse with your title agent. Tax credit is an estimate: the median prior-year tax bill times 304 of 365 days, for a closing on October 31. Your bill may differ, especially if your homestead exemption ends at the sale.
Elizabeth's Take
Sellers fall in love with the sale price. The closing statement only cares about your net. Before you list, I would rather show you a net estimate that makes you wince a little than a sale price that makes you smile. Surprises at the closing table cost far more than honesty at the kitchen table.
In This Guide
Every Seller Cost in Miami-Dade, Grouped by Who Sets It
I grouped these costs by what sets the amount: the law, your negotiation, or your own home. That tells you which ones you can lower and which ones you can only plan for. Sources are the Florida Department of Revenue, Florida Statutes, Florida DBPR, the Miami-Dade Tax Collector, and the IRS.
Set by law
- Deed doc stamps. In Miami-Dade, the Florida Department of Revenue lists $0.60 per $100 for a single-family residence and $1.05 per $100 for other property. Florida Statute 201.031 includes condo units and detached homes as single-family residences.
- FIRPTA withholding. If the seller is a foreign person, the buyer generally must withhold 15% of the sale price for the IRS, with some exceptions for homes bought as a residence. See the IRS FIRPTA page.
Set by negotiation
- Commission. Fully negotiable, and set in your listing agreement and the offer. Since 2024, buyers sign their own agreement with their agent. See my buyer agent agreement guide.
- Concessions and repairs. Credits toward the buyer's closing costs, or repairs after the inspection, if you agree to them.
- Estoppel certificate. Who pays is set in the contract. Florida DBPR lists a $299 cap for preparation, plus $119 for expedited delivery.
Set by your home
- Mortgage payoff. Your remaining balance plus interest to the payoff date, from your lender's payoff letter.
- Property tax credit. Florida taxes are paid in arrears, so the seller usually credits the buyer for the days owned this year.
- HOA or CDD amounts. Dues through closing, and any open assessments. CDD assessments appear on the tax bill; see my HOA vs. CDD guide.
- Your own fees. Settlement or attorney fees on your side, a municipal lien search, and any open permits to close.
How Do Property Taxes Work When I Sell?
Florida property taxes are billed for the calendar year after it is mostly over. The Miami-Dade Tax Collector mails tax notices in late fall, and they are payable from November 1 through March 31, with a 4% discount for paying in November. So at closing, the seller usually credits the buyer for the part of the year the seller owned the home.
- Closing before November: the current year is unpaid, so you credit the buyer for January 1 to your closing date.
- Closing after you pay the bill: the buyer usually credits you back for the rest of the year.
- Homestead: your exemption does not transfer to the buyer, but you may be able to move part of your savings to your next Florida home. See my homestead and portability guide.
What Is the Doral Market Like for Sellers?
Doral homes are selling close to their original price, and many buyers pay cash, which can mean fewer lender-related delays:
| Doral closings, June 26 to September 24, 2026 | Figure |
|---|---|
| Closed sales (all property types) | 188 |
| Median sale price: condo / townhouse / single-family | $377,500 / $657,500 / $1,055,000 |
| Median sale price as a share of original list price: single-family | 97% |
| Median annual property tax: single-family | $12,732 |
| Median monthly HOA fee: condo / townhouse / single-family | $633 / $400 / $400 |
| Paid in cash | 28% (53 of 188) |
Source: Miami-Dade MLS, 188 closings in Doral from June 26 to September 24, 2026. Should you list now? See Should I Sell My Doral Home Now or Wait for Spring?
How to Estimate Your Net Proceeds: Step by Step
- Get a pricing analysis. Request a home valuation based on recent sales in your own community.
- Request a payoff estimate from your mortgage servicer.
- Multiply your expected price by 0.006 to estimate Miami-Dade deed doc stamps for a single-family home or condo.
- Estimate your property tax credit from your last tax bill and your expected closing date.
- Add the commission you negotiate and any concessions you are willing to offer.
- Ask your association for the estoppel fee and any open assessments.
- Subtract everything from the price. That is your estimated net, and the number to plan your next move around. If you are buying next, read Should I Sell My Doral Home Before I Buy?
Related Doral Research
- Buyer Closing Costs in Doral and Miami-Dade 2026
- Should I Sell My Doral Home Now or Wait for Spring?
- Should I Sell My Doral Home Before I Buy?
- Doral HOA vs. CDD Fees Explained
- Florida Homestead Exemption and Portability
- Seller's Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
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This article is general real estate information, not legal, tax, or lending advice. Tax rates and fee caps come from official sources as of October 2026 and can change. Confirm your figures with your title or closing agent, and a tax professional for FIRPTA.