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Closing costs calculator

Estimate closing costs for your property purchase.

Result
$6,000
Total cost : $206,000

About this tool

Why use this tool

Closing costs in the US are the fees paid at settlement on top of the property price, and they routinely surprise first-time buyers. Anticipating them precisely helps size your down payment, avoid last-minute financing gaps and negotiate seller concessions. Nationally, closing costs average 2–5 % of the loan amount (ClosingCorp), varying widely by state — from under 1 % in Missouri to nearly 6 % in New York or Delaware.

How it works

Closing costs include: lender fees (origination 0.5–1 %, appraisal $500–$700, credit report), third-party fees (title insurance ~0.5 %, escrow, survey), government fees (recording, transfer tax — up to 2 % in some states), and prepaid items (homeowners insurance first year, property tax reserves, mortgage interest to end of month). Government-backed loans (FHA, VA) have additional funding fees but limit certain junk fees.

Real example

Buying a $400,000 home in Texas with 20 % down and a $320,000 mortgage: closing costs estimated at 3 % of price = $12,000, plus prepaids of about $4,000, for a total cash-to-close of $96,000 (including down payment). In New York for the same home, transfer taxes and mortgage recording tax push closing costs above $20,000.

Practical tips

Get a Loan Estimate from at least 3 lenders within 3 days of application (TILA-RESPA requires it) — compare the "Total Loan Costs" section carefully. Negotiate seller concessions — up to 6 % for conventional loans with 10 %+ down. Ask about lender credits (higher rate in exchange for lower closing costs) if you plan to move within 5 years. Shop title insurance separately in states where it's allowed (survey NAIC list). Check state/local programs: many first-time buyer programs cover 2–5 % of closing costs (Chenoa Fund, state HFAs).

Disclaimer

This estimate is a starting point only. Actual closing costs depend on the state, county, loan type, lender and property specifics. The Loan Estimate (LE) and Closing Disclosure (CD) issued by your lender are the binding documents. Consult a licensed real estate attorney in attorney-required states (NY, MA, GA, SC, etc.). This tool is not legal or financial advice.

Frequently asked questions

How much are closing costs when buying a house in the US?⌄
Nationally they average about 2–5% of the loan amount, but the range is wide — under 1% in Missouri to close to 6% in New York or Delaware, mostly because of state and local transfer and recording taxes. On a $400,000 purchase, budgeting 3% of the price plus about $4,000 in prepaid items is a reasonable starting estimate.Source: CFPB — What are closing costs?
What is included in closing costs?⌄
Four groups: lender fees (loan origination around 0.5–1%, appraisal, credit report), third-party fees (title insurance, escrow, survey), government fees (deed recording and, in many states, a transfer tax that can reach 2%), and prepaid items (the first year of homeowners insurance, property-tax reserves and mortgage interest to the end of the month). FHA and VA loans add a funding fee but cap certain lender charges.Source: CFPB — What are closing costs?
Does the buyer or the seller pay closing costs?⌄
The buyer pays most of them, on top of the down payment, at settlement. The seller can agree to cover part through "seller concessions" — up to 6% of the price on a conventional loan with 10% or more down, less on other loan types. Some first-time-buyer programs (state housing finance agencies, the Chenoa Fund) also cover 2–5% of closing costs.Source: CFPB — What are closing costs?
How can I lower my closing costs?⌄
Get a Loan Estimate from at least three lenders — TILA-RESPA requires it within three business days of your application — and compare the "Total Loan Costs" section line by line. Shop for title insurance separately where the state allows it. If you expect to move within a few years, ask about lender credits (a slightly higher rate in exchange for lower upfront costs).Source: CFPB — Loan Estimate explainer
Are the Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure the same thing?⌄
No. The Loan Estimate comes within three days of applying and is a good-faith projection you use to compare lenders. The Closing Disclosure arrives at least three business days before settlement and shows the final figures; most line items can only move within set tolerances between the two. Those two documents, not this calculator, are what binds your lender.Source: CFPB — Loan Estimate explainer

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