Texas Real Estate Transfer Tax (2026)
Texas 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 transfer taxes; only nominal recording fees apply.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
The transfer tax in Texas
- Rate: None (prohibited)
- Who customarily pays: —
- Local county/city add-on: No
Good to know
The state constitution bars transfer taxes; only nominal recording fees apply. 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.
How Texas compares nationally
Texas is among the least expensive states in the country for transfer tax on a $400,000 home — it charges little or nothing where most states do.
Most expensive states
- Delaware — $16,000
- New Hampshire — $6,000
- Washington — $4,400
Frequently asked questions
How much is the real estate transfer tax in Texas?
Texas has no real estate transfer tax. You pay only nominal deed-recording fees when a home is sold.
Who pays the transfer tax in Texas?
No one — Texas doesn't charge a transfer tax.
Does Texas have local (city or county) transfer taxes?
No — Texas has no meaningful local transfer tax; the state figure is the whole story.