How much transfer tax might you pay when selling a home in Illinois?
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Illinois State Tax Rate
$0.50 per $500
(Either; Seller customary)
State Transfer Tax Estimate
$0.00
County Tax Rate
$0.25 per $500
(Either; Seller customary)
County Transfer Tax Estimate
$0.00
Select your city below if it charges additional transfer taxes
Total Transfer Tax Estimate (Seller Portion)
State + County Transfer Tax
$0.00
Important Notes:
- • This calculator shows only the seller's portion of transfer taxes
- • Cook County has a higher county rate ($0.50 vs $0.25 per $500)
- • Some cities charge the buyer instead of or in addition to the seller
- • "Split" means the total tax is divided between buyer and seller
- • "Either" means the tax can be paid by buyer or seller (seller is customary)
- • Actual costs may vary based on specific circumstances and negotiated terms
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This calculator shows the seller's portion of transfer taxes only. Actual costs may vary based on specific circumstances and negotiated terms.