How much transfer tax might you pay when selling a home in Chicago?
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Chicago City Transfer Tax Rate (Seller)
$1.50 per $500 (seller portion)
City Transfer Tax Estimate (Seller)
$0.00
Cook County Tax Rate
$0.50 per $500
County Transfer Tax Estimate
$0.00
Illinois State Tax Rate
$0.50 per $500
State Transfer Tax Estimate
$0.00
Total Transfer Tax Estimate (Seller)
City + County + State Transfer Tax
$0.00
Chicago Transfer Tax Breakdown (Seller Responsibility):
- • Total Chicago rate: $5.25 per $500 (or fraction thereof)
- • Seller pays: $1.50 per $500 (or fraction thereof)
- • Buyer pays: $3.75 per $500 (or fraction thereof) - not included above
- • State and County taxes are typically paid by seller
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This calculator shows the seller's portion of transfer taxes only. Actual costs may vary based on specific circumstances and negotiated terms.