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Closing Costs in Rockville, MD

Calculate closing costs for Rockville, MD transactions. As the county seat of Montgomery County, Rockville has a diverse housing market with a median price around $600,000.

Median Price: $600,000Est. Range: 3% to 6% for buyers, 2% to 4% for sellersMontgomery County

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Local Taxes & Fees in Rockville, MD

Rockville is the county seat of Montgomery County, which charges a 1% county transfer tax. Combined with Maryland's state transfer tax (0.5%), the total transfer tax burden is 1.5%. Rockville has a mix of older homes and new developments — new construction may have different closing cost structures due to builder warranties and transfer tax exemptions on first sales. The City of Rockville does not impose additional municipal transfer taxes.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rockville, MD Closing Costs

How much are closing costs in Rockville, MD?

Closing costs in Rockville, MD typically range from 3% to 6% of the purchase price for buyers and 2% to 4% for sellers. Maryland has higher transfer taxes than many states, with both state and Montgomery County transfer taxes applying.

What is the transfer tax in Montgomery County?

Montgomery County charges a county transfer tax on real estate transactions in addition to the Maryland state transfer tax of 0.5%. The combined state + county rate makes Maryland closing costs higher than Virginia in most cases.

Who pays transfer taxes in Maryland?

In Maryland, transfer taxes are typically split between buyer and seller, though this is negotiable. The state transfer tax (0.5%) and Montgomery County transfer tax are both calculated on the sale price.

Does Rockville have a recordation tax?

Yes. Maryland charges a state recordation tax based on the sale price. In Montgomery County, this applies to deeds, deeds of trust, and other recorded instruments. Contact Pruitt Title for exact calculations.

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Need a Precise Closing Cost Estimate?

These are estimates based on standard Montgomery County rates. Every transaction is different — contact Will Rapuano at Pruitt Title LLC for an accurate, line-by-line closing cost breakdown for your Rockville, MD property.

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