Dominican Republic Property Purchase Cost Calculator
Buying property in the Dominican Republic? Estimate the taxes, legal fees, and other closing costs on top of the purchase price.
$15,000
Total costs · 5.0% of the price
Cost breakdown
- Transfer tax (ITBI) 3%$9,000
3% of the higher of price or DGII appraised value
- Legal fees (~1.25%)$3,750
- Notary & documents (~0.75%)$2,250
- Total to budget (price + costs)$315,000
Estimates for a cash purchase. Financing adds a mortgage inscription tax of 2% of the loan. Actual costs vary by transaction — confirm with your attorney.
Sources: DominicanToday · TheLatinvestor
How closing costs work in Dominican Republic
The calculator applies the current transaction taxes and typical professional fees for Dominican Republic to the purchase price you enter, and breaks down each line so you can see where the money goes. Figures are drawn from the sources cited under the calculator and reflect 2026 rates; your actual costs vary by transaction, location, and the professionals you use.
Ready to go deeper? Read our Dominican Republic real estate guides on the buying process, legal steps, taxes, and financing — and always confirm the numbers with a qualified local attorney before you commit.