Real Estate Law in North Dakota

North Dakota ( ND)
Average: $1,100
Last Updated: Mar 2026
Low Estimate
$450
Simple / Uncontested Cases
Average Cost
$1,100
Typical Real Estate Law Case
High Estimate
$2,800
Complex / Contested Cases
Cost Component Low Average High
Attorney Hourly Rate $150/hr $225/hr $375/hr
Total Cost Estimate $450 $1,100 $2,800

What to Know About Real Estate Law Costs in North Dakota

ND does not require attorney closings. No transfer tax. Oil and mineral rights critical in western ND.

Sources: State REALTORS Association, Bankrate Closing Cost Study 2024 (ND)

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