Closing costs

Closing costs in Alaska

On a $500,000 home with 20% down, buyers in Alaska typically pay about $7,392 to $18,017 at closing, including prepaid taxes and insurance.

Typical buyer total1.5%–3.6%Of the price, 20% down
Closings handled byA title or settlement companyCustomary in the state
Buyer-paid taxesNoneTransfer taxes are seller-paid or not charged
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Buyer-paid taxes

TaxOn $500,000 with 20% downNote
None for buyers$0Alaska has no real estate transfer tax and no mortgage tax paid by buyers.

Estimated closing costs by price

PriceLoanClosing costsShare of price
$300,000Conventional, 20% down$5,975 – $13,8902.0%–4.6%
$300,000FHA, 3.5% down$6,249 – $14,6532.1%–4.9%
$500,000Conventional, 20% down$7,392 – $18,0171.5%–3.6%
$500,000FHA, 3.5% down$7,849 – $19,2891.6%–3.9%
$750,000Conventional, 20% down$9,163 – $23,1751.2%–3.1%
$750,000FHA, 3.5% down$9,848 – $25,0831.3%–3.3%

Who pays what in Alaska

Alaska has no real estate transfer tax and no mortgage tax paid by buyers.

Questions

How much are closing costs for buyers in Alaska?

Often about 1.5% to 3.6% of the price with 20% down, including prepaid taxes and insurance.

Do buyers pay transfer tax in Alaska?

No. Alaska has no real estate transfer tax and no mortgage tax paid by buyers.

Sources: Alaska Department of Revenue. Fees are typical ranges, not quotes; your Loan Estimate lists the actual costs.