Prince Edward Island land transfer tax calculator
See exactly what you'll owe on closing in Prince Edward Island — 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.
PEI charges 1% of the greater of purchase price or assessed value. First-time buyers may be fully exempt.
| Over $0 | 1.00% |
A $600,000 home in Prince Edward Island costs about $6,000 in land transfer tax, payable in cash on closing.
Prince Edward Island 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 |
Prince Edward Island rate brackets
| Over $0 | 1.00% |
PEI charges 1% of the greater of purchase price or assessed value. First-time buyers may be fully exempt.
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax in Prince Edward Island?
On a $600,000 home in Prince Edward Island, 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 Prince Edward Island?
Prince Edward Island 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.
“Prince Edward Island Land Transfer Tax Calculator — VaultNerd” — VaultNerd, https://www.vaultnerd.com/tools/land-transfer-tax-calculator/prince-edward-island, updated August 2026.
- Prince Edward Island land transfer tax / land titles fee schedule
- Provincial first-time home buyer rebate rules