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Closing cost calculator

The cash you'll need at the closing table goes well beyond the down payment. This itemizes the typical fees in a California-style transaction so you can plan ahead.

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Closing costs vary by state, lender, and program. This estimate uses California-typical ranges. Your real Loan Estimate will itemize each fee, and you can shop several of them.

Estimated closing costs
$17,545
2.34% of home price · plus your $150,000 down payment
Cash-to-close: $167,545
What you'll need at the closing table, before any seller credits or lender concessions.

Itemized breakdown

Lender fees

$3,695
  • Loan origination fee$3,000
  • Lender underwriting$695

Third-party services

$725
  • Appraisal$650
  • Credit report$75

Title & escrow

$7,100
  • Title insurance (lender)$3,000
  • Title insurance (owner)$3,000
  • Title search & escrow$1,100

Government & recording

$1,075
  • Recording fees$250
  • Transfer tax$825

Prepaid items

$4,950
  • Prepaid property tax (3 mo)$2,250
  • Prepaid home insurance (1 yr)$1,500
  • Initial escrow deposit$1,200