Buyers Closing Costs (Condominium)

Own Attorney
$1,700 + up*
Managing Agent Fee
$250 - $500
Credit Report Fee
$50 - $100 per applicant
Lead Based Paint Disclosure Fee
$0 - $50
Mansion Tax
1% of purchase price where $1 million and over
Move-in Deposit
$500 - $1,000 (usually refundable if no damage)
Mortgage Associated Fees:
 
Origination Costs – points
0 - 3% value of loan
Application, Credit Check, etc.
$500 + up
Appraisal
$275 + up
Bank Attorney
$500 + up
UCC-1 Filing
$50 + up
Mortgage Recording Tax
Up to $500,000 is 1.8% of mortgage; over $500,000 is 1.925% of mortgage
Title Insurance, Title Search & Recording Fees
Approximately 0.5% of purchase price
Building Searches
$200 - $400
Recording Charge
$17 per document plus $5 per page
Real Estate Tax Escrow 2-6 months

If Purchased Directly from Sponsor:
(ie: new construction)
 
NYC Real Property Ttransfer Tax
1% of purchase price up to $500,000
1.425% of purchase price over $500,000
NYS Transfer Tax
$4 per $1,000 of purchase price
Sponsor's Attorney Fee $1,500
   
* Check with bank/mortgage broker for additional fees . New York State Law requires a written letter of engagement if the legal fee will exceed $3,000. Non New York State residents should procure exemption for state transfer tax forms (TP584) . These are only estimates. Please confirm closing costs for specific transactions with your attorney and/or mortgage representative.

 

Buyers Closing Costs (Co-op)

Own Attorney
$1,600 + up*
Managing Agent Application Fee
$750
Credit Report Fee
$50 - $100 per applicant
Lead Based Paint Disclosure Fee
$0 - $50
Mansion Tax
1% of purchase price when over $1 million
Move-in Deposit
$500 - $1,000 (usually refundable if no damage)
Mortgage Associated Fees:
 
Origination Costs – points
0 - 3% value of loan
Application, Credit Check, etc.
$500 + up
Appraisal
$275 + up
Bank Attorney
$500 + up
UCC-1 Filing
$50 + up
Recognition Agreement Fee
$200 + up
Lien Search
$350
Maintenance Adjustment
Prorated for month of closing
* Check with bank/mortgage broker for additional fees . New York State Law requires a written letter of engagement if the legal fee will exceed $3,000. Non New York State residents should procure exemption for state transfer tax forms (TP584) . These are only estimates. Please confirm closing costs for specific transactions with your attorney and/or mortgage representative.