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Closing Cost Calculator

Home price

Estimated closing %

Estimated closing costs

$12,600.00

Price + closing: $432,600.00

Estimate the cash you'll need to close on a home beyond the down payment.

By Maya R. · Reviewed by David K., CFA · Updated 2026-06-03

This is an educational estimate, not financial advice. Figures exclude taxes, fees, and individual circumstances. Verify with a licensed professional before making money decisions.

How to use this calculator

Enter the home purchase price.
Set an estimated closing percentage — buyers commonly pay 2–5%.
Read the estimated closing costs and the price-plus-closing total.
Ask your lender for a Loan Estimate to replace the estimate with itemized figures.

Formula

Closing ≈ Home price × closing-rate

closing-rate — typical 2–5% of the purchase price

Worked example

On a $420,000 home at a 3% closing rate, expect about $12,600 in closing costs, bringing the price-plus-closing total to $432,600 before your down payment is applied.

Frequently asked questions

What do closing costs include?

Lender fees, title insurance, escrow, appraisal, recording, and prepaid taxes/insurance.

What's a typical percentage?

Buyers often pay 2–5% of the purchase price, varying by state and loan.

Can the seller pay them?

Sometimes — seller concessions can cover part of closing costs if negotiated.

Are closing costs financed?

Some can be rolled into the loan; many are paid in cash at closing.

How do I lower them?

Shop lenders, compare Loan Estimates, and ask about lender credits.

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Reviewed by David K., CFA · Updated 2026-06-03

Sources

CFPB — Closing Disclosure — Cost categories.

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