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The true cost of owning a home in Maryland includes property tax at 1.05%, homeowners insurance averaging $1,400/year, transfer tax, plus PMI if your down payment is under 20 percent.

Current 30 year fixed, conventional: 6.85% · as of October 10, 2026

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State median: $395,000
 
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Live FRED 30yr fixed: 6.85%

Monthly extras

Maryland average: 1.05%
State average: $1,400/yr
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At closing

Maryland closing costs

Maryland charges a real estate transfer tax of about 2.000% of the sale price, typically paid by the split.

State 0.5% + county 0.5-1.5% + recordation 0.55%

Maryland requires an attorney to conduct real estate closings. Typical attorney fees: $500 to $1,500.

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