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Indiana Home Buying Guide

Midwest Region · Non-Judicial Foreclosure State

Homestead ExemptionNo Transfer Tax

Key Facts at a Glance

Median Home Price
$240,000
Property Tax Rate
0.87%
Transfer Tax
None
Attorney Required
No
Foreclosure Type
Non-Judicial

What Makes Indiana Unique

No transfer tax

First Place program offers up to 6% DPA

Affordability among the best in the Midwest

First-Time Buyer Programs in Indiana

1

IHCDA First Place Program

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

2

IHCDA Next Home Program

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

3

Helping to Own (H2O)

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

Program availability, income limits, and interest rates change frequently. Verify current terms with your lender or state housing finance agency.

Closing Costs in Indiana

0.9%
Avg Closing Costs
of purchase price
$2,160
Estimated Closing Costs
on median-priced home
None
Transfer Tax
no transfer tax!

Attorney at Closing

Attorney Not Required

Indiana does not require an attorney at closing. A title company typically handles the transaction. Consider hiring one anyway for complex deals.

Local Tips for Indiana Buyers

1

First Place program DPA is a second mortgage at 0% interest.

2

Indiana is one of the most affordable Midwest markets.

3

Homestead exemption requires primary residence and annual application.

Estimated Annual Ownership Cost in Indiana

Based on the median home price of $240,000 with a 10% down payment and 7% mortgage rate.

Annual Mortgage Payment$17,237
Annual Property Taxes$2,088
Homeowners Insurance (est.)$1,200
Maintenance (est. 1%/yr)$2,400

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