Montana Real Estate Transfer Tax (2026)
Montana 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. The state constitution bars real property transfer taxes; a Realty Transfer Certificate is paperwork, not a tax.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
The transfer tax in Montana
- Rate: None (prohibited)
- Who customarily pays: —
- Local county/city add-on: No
Good to know
The state constitution bars real property transfer taxes; a Realty Transfer Certificate is paperwork, not a tax. 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 Montana?
Montana has no real estate transfer tax. You pay only nominal deed-recording fees when a home is sold.
Who pays the transfer tax in Montana?
No one — Montana doesn't charge a transfer tax.
Does Montana have local (city or county) transfer taxes?
No — Montana has no meaningful local transfer tax; the state figure is the whole story.