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Closing Costs in Vienna, VA
Estimate closing costs for buying or selling a home in Vienna, VA. Located in Fairfax County, Vienna is a popular community with excellent schools and a walkable downtown. Median home prices are approximately $850,000.
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Local Taxes & Fees in Vienna, VA
Vienna is within Fairfax County's jurisdiction, so the local recordation tax of $0.10 per $100 applies in addition to Virginia's state rate. The Town of Vienna itself does not levy separate real estate transfer taxes. Pruitt Title LLC is headquartered at 1900 Gallows Rd Suite 230 in Vienna — we handle closings here every day and know the local process inside and out.
Frequently Asked Questions — Vienna, VA Closing Costs
How much are closing costs in Vienna, VA?
Closing costs in Vienna, VA typically range from 2% to 5% of the purchase price for buyers and 1% to 3% for sellers. For a $500,000 home, expect $10,000–$25,000 in buyer closing costs. Exact amounts depend on loan type, title insurance choices, and Fairfax County recording fees.
Who pays closing costs in Vienna, Virginia?
Both buyers and sellers pay closing costs in Virginia. Buyers typically cover title insurance, loan fees, recording fees, and prepaid items. Sellers pay the grantor tax, their settlement fee, and agent commissions. In Vienna, some costs are negotiable between parties.
What is the grantor tax in Virginia?
The Virginia grantor tax is $0.50 per $500 of the sale price (effectively 0.1%). This is paid by the seller at closing. On a $500,000 home, the grantor tax is $500.
Does Vienna have additional local transfer taxes?
Fairfax County may have additional local recordation taxes on top of Virginia's state rate. Contact Pruitt Title LLC for the exact rates applicable to your transaction in Vienna.
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These are estimates based on standard Fairfax County rates. Every transaction is different — contact Will Rapuano at Pruitt Title LLC for an accurate, line-by-line closing cost breakdown for your Vienna, VA property.