Average Closing Costs in Arlington, Virginia (2026 Guide)
Homebuyers in Arlington typically pay $13,700 to $34,250 in closing costs on a $685,000 home — approximately 2.1% of the purchase price.
2026 Closing Cost Fee Breakdown
Based on $685,000 median home price in Arlington
| Fee | Typical Range | Negotiable? |
|---|---|---|
| Origination Fee | $500 – $2,500 | Yes |
| Underwriting Fee | $400 – $1,200 | Yes |
| Processing Fee | $300 – $900 | Yes |
| Appraisal Fee | $400 – $700 | No |
| Credit Report | $25 – $75 | No |
| Flood Certification | $10 – $50 | No |
| Lender's Title Insurance | $500 – $2,000 | No |
| Settlement Fee | $300 – $800 | Sometimes |
| Recording Fees | $50 – $250 | No |
| Prepaid Interest | Varies by rate | No |
| Property Tax Escrow | 2–3 months | No |
| Homeowners Insurance | 1–2 months | No |
| Estimated Total | $13,700 – $34,250 |
Ranges are typical for a conventional purchase loan · Prepaid and escrow amounts vary by closing date and lender · Source: FairRate market data 2026
Virginia Real Estate Laws That Affect Your Closing Costs
Virginia charges a Grantors Tax paid by the seller. Northern Virginia has significantly higher home prices and closing costs than the rest of the state. Virginia also has a Recordation Tax paid by the buyer.
Transfer Tax in Virginia
Virginia Grantors Tax is $0.50 per $500 paid by the seller. Buyer pays Recordation Tax of $0.25 per $100 of the mortgage amount.
First-Time Buyer Programs in Virginia
VHDA offers the Down Payment Assistance Grant covering up to 2.5% of the purchase price.
Income and purchase price limits apply. Contact your lender or your state housing finance agency for current program terms in Arlington.
Which Fees Are Negotiable?
The fees in Section A of your Loan Estimate are set by the lender and are negotiable: origination, underwriting, and processing fees. Section B fees — appraisal, title, recording — are set by third parties and cannot be negotiated with the lender.
What to Do When You Get Your Loan Estimate
Your lender must provide a Loan Estimate within 3 business days of application. Check Section A fees against the ranges above, ask your lender to justify any fee above the typical range, and compare total closing costs across at least two lenders.
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