Idaho Real Estate Transfer Tax (2026)
Idaho has no real estate transfer tax — you pay nothing to the state (or any county or city) to transfer a home, beyond nominal recording fees. State law prohibits any deed transfer tax — only per-page recording fees.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
The transfer tax in Idaho
- Rate: None
- Who customarily pays: —
- Local county/city add-on: No
Good to know
State law prohibits any deed transfer tax — only per-page recording fees. You'll still pay standard deed-recording fees (usually a small flat charge), but no percentage-based tax on the sale price. Compare every state on our transfer tax by state ranking.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the real estate transfer tax in Idaho?
Idaho has no real estate transfer tax. You pay only nominal deed-recording fees when a home is sold.
Who pays the transfer tax in Idaho?
No one — Idaho doesn't charge a transfer tax.
Does Idaho have local (city or county) transfer taxes?
No — Idaho has no meaningful local transfer tax; the state figure is the whole story.