New Jersey buyers typically pay 2-5% of the purchase price in closing costs. Enter your numbers below for a realistic estimate — attorney, title, lender, mansion tax, and prepaids included.
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Call Jorge: 908-230-7844New Jersey has higher closing costs than most states — largely because it's an attorney state, property taxes are high (and prepaid at closing), and the mansion tax kicks in at $1M. Here's what each line item actually means.
NJ requires an attorney to review the contract, negotiate during attorney review, handle title, and represent you at closing. Flat fees are typical.
Protects you and the lender against title defects. One-time premium paid at closing. Required by most lenders.
Origination, underwriting, and application fees. Negotiable — always get a Loan Estimate from 2+ lenders and compare.
New Jersey charges buyers 1% of the purchase price on homes sold for $1,000,000 or more. Paid at closing, not negotiable.
County recording fees and, in some cases, a small buyer portion of transfer tax. Usually $300-$800 combined.
Lenders require 2-6 months of property tax and insurance in escrow at closing. In high-tax NJ towns, this is often the single largest closing-cost line item.
Inspection ~$500-$900. Appraisal ~$500-$800. Both paid before closing, not at the table, but count toward total cash needed to buy.