District of Columbia Transfer and Recordation Tax Calculator
Estimate D.C. deed transfer tax and recordation tax with the residential threshold, fair-market-value warning, and recording review prompts.
Quick facts
- Residential under $400,000: 1.1% + 1.1%
- Residential over $400,000: 1.45% + 1.45%
- Tax base: consideration or fair market value
What to verify
- D.C. commonly has both transfer tax and recordation tax on a deed transfer.
- The threshold changes the rate applied to the whole amount under the current residential-rate description.
- Commercial, mixed-use, refinance, security instrument, or special-program facts can need separate review.
Official sources
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Next step
Separate transfer tax from recordation tax before closing.
Common questions
What should I verify for District of Columbia Transfer and Recordation Tax Calculator?
Estimate D.C. deed transfer tax and recordation tax with the residential threshold, fair-market-value warning, and recording review prompts. Key items include D.C. commonly has both transfer tax and recordation tax on a deed transfer and The threshold changes the rate applied to the whole amount under the current residential-rate description.
What is the next step after using District of Columbia Transfer and Recordation Tax Calculator?
Separate transfer tax from recordation tax before closing. Use the calculator result as a planning estimate, then verify final costs with the official authority and the professional handling closing.
Which official source supports District of Columbia Transfer and Recordation Tax Calculator?
Start with D.C. property tax rates and deed tax guidance, then confirm the final treatment with the official authority and the professional handling the transaction.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-25. Estimates are educational and should be verified with the official authority and the professional handling closing.