New Brunswick land transfer tax calculator
See exactly what you'll owe on closing in New Brunswick — with current rate brackets and any first-time home buyer rebate applied automatically.
Land transfer tax is due in cash on closing and cannot be rolled into your mortgage — budget for it alongside legal fees and your down payment.
| Over $0 | 1.00% |
A $600,000 home in New Brunswick costs about $6,000 in land transfer tax, payable in cash on closing.
New Brunswick land transfer tax by purchase price
| Purchase price | Tax |
|---|---|
| $400,000 | $4,000 |
| $600,000 | $6,000 |
| $800,000 | $8,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $10,000 |
New Brunswick rate brackets
| Over $0 | 1.00% |
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax in New Brunswick?
On a $600,000 home in New Brunswick, land transfer tax is approximately $6,000. The tax is charged on a sliding scale, so the amount rises with the purchase price. It's due in cash on closing day.
Do first-time buyers pay land transfer tax in New Brunswick?
New Brunswick does not offer a general first-time home buyer land transfer tax rebate.
When do I pay land transfer tax?
On closing day. Your lawyer or notary collects it as part of your closing costs and remits it on your behalf. It cannot be added to your mortgage, so you need the cash available on top of your down payment.
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Researching and writing about Canadian home buying and closing costs since 2026.
“New Brunswick Land Transfer Tax Calculator — VaultNerd” — VaultNerd, https://www.vaultnerd.com/tools/land-transfer-tax-calculator/new-brunswick, updated August 2026.
- New Brunswick land transfer tax / land titles fee schedule
- Provincial first-time home buyer rebate rules