Wake County, NC Closing Cost Calculator
Estimated closing costs for a home purchase in Wake County including NC-specific transfer taxes.
Estimated closing costs for a $420,000 home with 20% down
Low estimate
$6,078
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High estimate
$11,346
Cost Breakdown (Mid Estimate)
| Origination Fee | $2,520 |
| Title Insurance | $1,344 |
| Appraisal | $600 |
| NC Transfer Taxes & Fees | $1,040 |
| Prepaid Items (escrow) | $2,100 |
| Other Fees | $500 |
| Total (Mid) | $8,104 |
Estimates only. Actual costs vary by lender and transaction.
FAQ — Wake County Closing Costs
How much are closing costs in Wake County?
Closing costs in Wake County, NC typically range from $6,078 to $11,346 on a home priced around $420,000 with 20% down. Actual costs vary by lender and transaction.
What is included in closing costs?
Closing costs typically include origination fees, title insurance, appraisal, prepaid items (taxes and insurance escrow), and state transfer taxes. Some fees are lender-specific.
Can closing costs be rolled into the loan?
In some cases, yes — lenders may offer "no-closing-cost" loans where fees are rolled into the rate or loan balance. This means you pay less upfront but more over the life of the loan.