Closing Costs Estimator

Itemized estimate for your state and loan type

What Are Closing Costs?

Closing costs are one-time fees paid when a real estate transaction finalizes — typically 2–5% of the purchase price. They fall into two categories. Lender fees include origination charges, discount points, and application fees. Third-party fees include title insurance, escrow, appraisal, recording fees, and state transfer taxes. Some are fixed by law; others vary by state, county, lender, and negotiation.

Tips & Insights

  • Within 3 business days of your mortgage application, your lender must provide a Loan Estimate — a standardized 3-page form showing actual fees. Compare it line-by-line with this estimate and between lenders.
  • Many fees are negotiable. Sellers can pay buyer closing costs (seller concessions), and lenders can waive or reduce origination fees — especially in a buyer's market.
  • In states that allow it, you can shop for your own title insurance company. Rates vary significantly between providers and choosing your own can save hundreds of dollars.
  • FHA loans add an Upfront Mortgage Insurance Premium (1.75% of the loan) at closing. VA loans add a Funding Fee (1.25–3.3%) but no monthly PMI.

Common Questions

Can I roll closing costs into my mortgage?

Not directly for most loan types. You can ask for a 'no-closing-cost' mortgage — the lender covers costs in exchange for a slightly higher interest rate (typically 0.25–0.5% higher). Or ask the seller for concessions to cover some or all costs at closing.

What is the difference between the Loan Estimate and the Closing Disclosure?

The Loan Estimate arrives within 3 days of your mortgage application and shows projected fees. The Closing Disclosure arrives at least 3 business days before closing and shows the final, binding numbers. By law, most fee categories cannot increase by more than 10% between the two documents.

Which fees are negotiable vs. fixed?

Lender origination fees, settlement/escrow fees, and title insurance premiums are negotiable. Government-set fees — recording fees and state/county transfer taxes — are fixed by law. Attorney fees (required in some states) are semi-negotiable depending on the firm.
Typical Total $11,831Low – High $7K – $20K See full results

Your Details

1 point = 1% of your loan amount. Typically reduces your rate by ~0.25%. Break-even on the savings is usually 5–7 years — only worthwhile if you plan to stay.

Cost Summary

Plan on about $11,831 at closing in Texas, about 3.0% of the price.

Typical Total
$11,831
3.0% of purchase price
Low estimate$7,439
Typical estimate$11,831
High estimate$19,605
✅ Texas has no state transfer tax.

Itemized Breakdown

Line ItemNotesLowTypicalHigh
Loan Origination Fee0.5–1.5% of loan$1,600$3,200$4,800
AppraisalRequired by lender$350$500$750
Credit Report$25$35$60
Lender's Title Insurance0.4–0.7% of loan$1,280$1,600$2,240
Owner's Title Insurance0.4–0.7% of price$1,600$2,000$2,800
Title Search / Exam$100$200$400
Escrow / Settlement Fee$400$550$850
Recording FeesCounty/municipality$158$225$338
Prepaid Interest (15 days avg)Depends on rate & close date$526$921$2,367
Homeowner's Insurance (1 yr)Prepaid at closing$800$1,500$3,000
Property Tax Escrow (2–3 mo)Impound account seed$600$1,100$2,000
Total$7,439$11,831$19,605

Estimates are based on typical ranges and may vary significantly by lender, county, and negotiation. Request a Loan Estimate (LE) from your lender within 3 business days of application — it shows actual fees. Seller concessions can offset many of these costs.

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