Sellers · Feb 19, 2026 · 8 min read

First-Time Homebuyer Closing Costs in Fairfax County: What to Budget Beyond Your Down Payment

You should budget an additional 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price for closing costs in Fairfax County, plus prepaids for taxes and insurance. With today’s balanced market, you can often offset part of this with seller credits or rate buydowns.

You should budget an additional 2 to 5 percent of the purchase price for closing costs in Fairfax County, plus prepaids for taxes and insurance. With today’s balanced market, you can often offset part of this with seller credits or rate buydowns.