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APR 23 · 2026

Closing costs calculator

Estimate total cash to close from home price, down payment percent, and closing-cost percent.

What this calculator covers

Use this closing costs calculator to estimate how much cash may be needed at settlement beyond the purchase price financing itself.

The walkthrough separates the down payment from the fee estimate so the total cash-to-close number is easier to budget and compare.

Frequently asked questions

What do closing costs cover?
Typical items include lender origination and underwriting fees, appraisal, title insurance, recording and transfer taxes, prepaid property taxes and homeowners insurance, and an escrow reserve. They usually total 2% to 5% of the loan amount.
Who pays closing costs?
Most closing costs are paid by the buyer, but some are negotiable. Sellers may contribute credits, and lenders may offer "no-closing-cost" options in exchange for a higher interest rate. Check your Loan Estimate for the detailed breakdown.
Can I roll closing costs into the loan?
On a refinance, yes — many lenders let you finance closing costs, which raises the loan balance and monthly payment. On a purchase, it is generally not allowed, though seller concessions can achieve a similar effect up to a program-specific limit.
Are closing costs the same as the down payment?
No. The down payment is your equity in the home at purchase. Closing costs are the fees and prepaid items required to fund the loan and record the sale. Both are paid at settlement, but they are separate line items on your settlement statement.

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RESULT · CLOSING COSTS

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Primary result

$63,750.00

At 12% down and 3% estimated closing costs on $425,000.00, total cash to close is about $63,750.00.

Down payment amount
$51,000.00
Estimated closing costs
$12,750.00
Total cash to close
$63,750.00
Estimated loan amount
$374,000.00

Step-by-step solution

  1. 1.Apply the down payment percent to the home price to estimate $51,000.00 due toward the purchase price.
  2. 2.Apply the closing-cost percent to the home price to estimate $12,750.00 in fees and prepaid items.
  3. 3.Add the down payment and estimated closing costs to reach $63,750.00 of total cash to close.

Walkthrough

Visual walkthrough

Cash to close combines the cash paid toward the purchase price with the estimated fee bucket due at settlement.

  1. 01

    Estimate the down payment cash

    $425,000.00 × 12% = $51,000.00

    This is the portion of the purchase price paid up front.

    $51,000.00 down

  2. 02

    Estimate the closing-fee bucket

    $425,000.00 × 3% = $12,750.00

    A flat closing-cost percent gives a first-pass estimate of fees and prepaid items.

    $12,750.00 estimated fees

  3. 03

    Combine both cash needs

    $51,000.00 + $12,750.00 = $63,750.00

    Total cash to close is the number many buyers need for budgeting and liquidity planning.

    $63,750.00 cash to close