moov Essential
A lower-cost option for the quoted legal work, with itemised charges and no sale, no legal fee protection.
Replacement searches and covered file-payment-transfer protection are not included.
Explore Essential →FREEHOLD PURCHASES · ENGLAND & WALES
Freehold conveyancing quotes.
Buying a freehold house? Get an itemised solicitor quote, compare moov packages and choose the protection for your purchase. Fixed legal fees, mortgage-lender matching and a team you can speak to.
Free quote. No obligation to instruct. Buying with a mortgage or with cash? Enter the funding and property details that apply to you.
Helping people move since March 2020. We do not accept commission or referral fees from our conveyancing partners. Our file-opening charge pays for the setup work shown in your quote.
See how onthemoov supports your move →FREEHOLD SOLICITOR FEES
How much does freehold conveyancing cost?
Compare the legal fee, VAT, searches, registration and other listed charges together. Freehold purchases do not usually need the lease-management work involved in a leasehold purchase, but the title, lender and any additional work still matter. A low legal fee alone is not your complete conveyancing bill.
| Property price | moov Essential | moov Plus | Registration included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to £80,000 | £1,038.60 | £1,158.60 | £20 |
| £80,001–£100,000 | £1,058.60 | £1,178.60 | £40 |
| £100,001–£200,000 | £1,118.60 | £1,238.60 | £100 |
| £200,001–£500,000 | £1,168.60 | £1,288.60 | £150 |
| £500,001–£999,999 | £1,313.60 | £1,433.60 | £295 |
Based on quotes checked 19 October 2026: one buyer, an existing registered freehold home in England and a Barclays mortgage, including VAT, listed costs and quoted discounts. Property tax is separate. Registration assumes an electronic transfer of the whole title. Full example details.
The illustrated total changes at these property-price boundaries because the registration charge changes. Get your own itemised quote for your property and circumstances.
What is included in my freehold purchase quote?
Your itemised quote identifies the legal fee, applicable VAT, searches, registration, identity and transfer checks, and setup or package charges. Property tax and any separately payable costs should be clear. The initial payment forms part of the quoted total where stated; do not add it twice.
Get the breakdown for my property →THE COST MATTERS. SO DOES YOUR NEXT ATTEMPT.
Choose the protection for your freehold purchase.
Compare more than the legal fee. Each package offers no sale, no legal fee for the covered work under its terms. The treatment of setup payments, replacement searches and priority setup differs.
moov Plus
Includes protection for qualifying file-opening payments and replacement purchase searches if your move falls through.
Replacement Local Authority, Water and Drainage, and Environmental searches are subject to the terms and the six-month period from the original order date.
Explore Plus →moov Premium
Explore priority file setup and fast-track searches, alongside the package's protection and itemised costs.
Tell us your target moving date so we can discuss the right service.
Explore Premium →No sale, no legal fee does not mean every payment is refunded. Searches, third-party costs and other charges can remain payable.
YOUR PROPERTY. YOUR FUNDING.
A freehold quote that reflects your mortgage or cash purchase.
Buying with a mortgage
Give us the lender's name when requesting your quote. We match your purchase with suitable partner-panel coverage; the acting firm confirms the requirements for your lender, mortgage product and transaction before instruction. Tell us if the lender changes.
Buying without a mortgage
Select a cash purchase so your quote reflects the work you need. Your conveyancer still checks the legal title, funding and contract. Discuss appropriate searches rather than assuming freehold or cash means there is nothing to investigate.
The price examples above use a mortgage purchase. Generate a cash-buyer quote for your own figures.
Get my cash purchase quote →FREEHOLD DOES NOT MEAN NO LEGAL CHECKS
What should your freehold conveyancer check?
Freehold ownership generally means owning the property and its land outright. Your conveyancer investigates the title and documents so you understand what you are buying and any obligations that come with it.
Title, access and restrictions
Boundaries, rights of way, restrictive covenants and access arrangements can affect how you use the property. Tell your conveyancer about planned alterations or a particular intended use.
Estate charges and shared areas
Some freehold homes have charges for shared roads, open spaces or estate management. Ask who collects them, what the documents require and whether any further legal work or separate fees apply.
Government guidance on freehold estates ↗Searches and the seller's information
Searches, enquiries and supporting documents help identify relevant planning, drainage, environmental and other property issues. A legal review is different from a survey of the building's condition.
Understand purchase searches →Your specific purchase
A new build, gifted deposit, auction, investment purchase or unregistered title can need additional work. Flag it early so the quote and appointed team reflect your circumstances.
PEOPLE BEHIND YOUR MOVE
A legal team you can trust. A package you can understand.
Our partner legal teams are based in England and Wales. Your conveyancing is carried out by an independent SRA-regulated solicitor or CLC-regulated licensed conveyancer. We select firms we know and trust, guided by the transaction, lender and availability.
onthemoov handles the setup work described in your package: contacting the estate agent and broker where applicable, preparing initial documents, setting up the file and arranging purchase searches in line with your package.
A FREEHOLD BUYER’S EXPERIENCE
Amy Harper · 5-star Trustpilot review
“Terrific service, instructed a freehold purchase under the middle option”
Amy describes receiving advice to choose the middle option rather than the most expensive package. Amy’s freehold purchase completed in nine weeks, and she went on to recommend onthemoov to a colleague.
Published 3 November 2025; experience dated 1 August 2025.
Read Amy’s full review on Trustpilot ↗Buying your first freehold home?
Tell us whether you are a first-time buyer and how your deposit is funded. Your conveyancer considers the legal work and relevant property-tax position for your circumstances.
First-time buyer quotes, costs and guidance →Selling as well as buying?
Compare both transactions, including each property's price and tenure. A combined quote helps you see the two sets of legal work and payment stages together.
Get my sale-and-purchase quote →Buying a leasehold home or a share of freehold flat instead? →
BEFORE YOU CHOOSE
Freehold conveyancing questions
Is freehold conveyancing cheaper than leasehold?
Freehold purchases usually involve less lease-related legal work, but your actual total depends on the property, lender and circumstances. In our matched £360,000 examples, the freehold Essential total is £1,168.60 and the leasehold total is £1,288.60. Both include applicable VAT and listed costs, with property tax separate. Get a quote for the correct tenure.
Can I get a freehold quote before my offer is accepted?
Yes. Use the expected purchase price, tenure and funding details to compare packages. Update the quote when the agreed price or other details change. You do not need to wait until exchange to choose a conveyancer.
Do cash buyers need freehold conveyancing searches?
Without a mortgage, lender search requirements do not apply, but searches can still identify important risks. Discuss the property and appropriate searches with your conveyancer before deciding. Select a cash purchase in the quote form for the relevant costs.
Is a share of freehold flat the same as a freehold house?
Usually not. A flat described as having a share of freehold will commonly still have a lease alongside the shared freehold ownership. Tell us the actual tenure and ownership arrangement so the appropriate legal work is quoted. Read our leasehold conveyancing guidance.
What if my freehold home has estate management charges?
Provide the estate or management information you have. Your conveyancer checks the title obligations and relevant documentation. Additional legal work or separately payable management-company charges may apply and should be confirmed for your purchase.
How long does a freehold purchase take?
The chain, mortgage, searches, enquiries and title issues affect timing. Freehold tenure alone does not guarantee a faster completion. Tell us about any deadline before instructing. Priority package setup should not be confused with a guaranteed completion date.
Does the conveyancing total include Stamp Duty?
Property tax is separate from the conveyancing totals illustrated here. England uses Stamp Duty Land Tax and Wales uses Land Transaction Tax. Your circumstances, including first-time-buyer status or additional ownership, affect the calculation. Your conveyancer confirms the tax position.
Can you help with a freehold sale too?
Yes. Use the sale quote route if you are selling only, or request a combined sale-and-purchase quote. The purchase examples on this page are not sale prices.
YOUR NEXT MOVE STARTS HERE
Get your freehold conveyancing quote.
Use your property price, tenure and funding details. Compare the full cost, package protection and payment stages before choosing.
onthemoov is a conveyancing broker. Your appointed legal provider advises on your property and carries out the conveyancing. Your itemised quotation and applicable terms confirm the scope and charges.
