Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator
Ontario + Toronto (with First-Time Buyer Rebates)
Property Price (CAD)
Ontario LTT (before rebate)
$0
Toronto MLTT (before rebate)
$0
Subtotal (Taxes Only)
$0
Ontario FTB Rebate (max $4,000)
-$0
Toronto FTB Rebate (max $4,475)
-$0
Total Rebate
-$0
Total Land Transfer Tax Payable
$0
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Rates assume residential 1–2 family. Ontario rebate up to $4,000; Toronto rebate up to $4,475. Actual eligibility depends on provincial/municipal rules.

Calculator for Toronto Land Transfer Tax for First-Time Buyers

I still remember how shocked I was when I saw my closing cost sheet in my lawyer's office. I had been saving for years, but the Toronto Land Transfer Tax shocked me. You may have felt the same way if you are buying a home in Toronto for the first time. That's why a Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator for First-Time Buyers is so helpful. It explains everything before you sign anything, so you won't be surprised on closing day.

This guide will show you how to figure out the Toronto land transfer tax, including how to get first-time buyer rebates and how to plug in your numbers step by step. I'll even go over a real-life example.

What is a Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator for First-Time Buyers?

A Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator (First-Time Buyer) tells you how much tax you'll have to pay to the City of Toronto and the Province of Ontario when you buy a house. In Canada, Toronto is the only city where buyers have to pay two separate land transfer taxes:

  • Provincial Ontario Land Transfer Tax
  • Toronto's Municipal Land Transfer Tax (MLTT)

A calculator can help you:

  • Use both tax brackets.
  • Add the numbers together.
  • Take away the rebates for first-time buyers.
  • Know the real cost of closing before you buy..

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What is the purpose of a Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator (First-Time Buyer)?

Buying a house is expensive, but taxes go up faster than interest rates. This calculator is important because it helps you:

  • Don't be surprised by the closing day..
  • Look at homes in different price ranges.
  • Set a budget for your down payment and closing costs.
  • Find out if you qualify for a first-time buyer rebate.

You can make better buying decisions if you can guess how much your land transfer tax will be.

How to Use a Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator if You're Buying Your First Home

Here's how it works:

  1. Type in the price you paid.
  2. Choose the option for first-time buyers.
  3. Use the provincial tax formula.
  4. Use the Toronto MLTT formula.
  5. Take away your rebate.
  6. Check your final tax bill.

Example with steps (and formula)

Imagine you are a first-time buyer in Toronto, and you are buying a home for $850,000.

Step 1: The formula for the Ontario Land Transfer Tax

  • 0.5% on the first $55,000
  • 1.0% on amounts between $55,000.01 and $250,000.
  • 1.5% on amounts between $250,000.01 and $400,000.
  • 2.0% on amounts between $400,000.01 and $2,000,000

Thus, for $850,000:

  • 0.5% of $55,000 is $275.
  • 1.0% of $195,000 is $1,950.
  • $2,250 is 1.5% of $150,000.
  • $450,000 times 2.0% equals $9,000.

The total for Ontario LTT is $13,475.

Step 2: LTT for the City of Toronto

The same brackets are used by Toronto MLTT:

  • $275 is 0.5% of $55,000.
  • 1.0% of $195,000 is $1,950.
  • $2,250 is 1.5% of $150,000.
  • $450,000 times 2.0% equals $9,000.

The total for Toronto MLTT is $13,475.

Step 3: Use the rebates for first-time buyers.

  • Ontario rebate: as much as $4,000
  • Toronto rebate: as much as $4,475

Before the rebate, the total tax was $13,475 + $13,475 = $26,950.

Final LTT Payable: $26,950 − $8,475 = $18,475.

That's a lot of math without a calculator. It takes three seconds with one. Try related tools: Loan & Mortgage Calculators

Why You Should Use a Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator (If You're Buying for the First Time)

  • Saves time and stops mistakes that cost a lot of money
  • Helps you make accurate comparisons between properties
  • Sets realistic expectations for closing costs
  • Helps with budgeting, financial planning, and getting ready for a mortgage

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Things to Keep in Mind

A calculator won't take into account:

  • Fees for lawyers
  • Check out the house.
  • Evaluation
  • Insurance for the title
  • CMHC stands for mortgage insurance.

It only gives an estimate of the land transfer taxes, not the whole closing costs.

Questions and Answers About the Toronto Land Transfer Tax Calculator for First-Time Buyers

Is the land transfer tax lower for first-time buyers in Toronto?

Yes, because of rebates from the province and the city.

Can I get both of the rebates?

Yes, if you are a first-time buyer.

Do all Canadian cities have to pay two land transfer taxes?

No. Toronto is the only city that has a municipal LTT in addition to the provincial tax.

Links to other sites

The Ontario LTT Policy can be found at https://www.ontario.ca/document/land-transfer-tax.

Toronto MLTT: https://www.toronto.ca/services-payments//

Call to Action

You can quickly figure out how much your land transfer tax will be and find more financial tools at https://yourcalculatorhub.com/finance-money-calculators/.

Before you move again, plan your budget better. You'll be glad you did this in the future.

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