Fresno County, CA Closing Cost Calculator
Estimated closing costs for a home purchase in Fresno County including CA-specific transfer taxes.
Estimated closing costs for a $350,000 home with 20% down
Low estimate
$4,991
High estimate
$9,317
Cost Breakdown (Mid Estimate)
| Origination Fee | $2,100 |
| Title Insurance | $1,120 |
| Appraisal | $600 |
| CA Transfer Taxes & Fees | $585 |
| Prepaid Items (escrow) | $1,750 |
| Other Fees | $500 |
| Total (Mid) | $6,655 |
Estimates only. Actual costs vary by lender and transaction.
Local Home Values & Affordability
Fresno County's median home value of $350,000 runs about 13% above the US median of $310,000, reflecting strong local demand.
Among the California counties we track, Fresno County is among the most affordable at $350,000 — significantly below San Francisco County at $1,350,000.
A 20% down payment on a median Fresno County home requires $70,000 in cash — or $12,250 for an FHA-minimum 3.5% down payment. Buyers with less than 20% down will also need to budget for PMI or FHA MIP.
Property Tax in This Market
Based on the 0.78% effective rate and a median home value of $350,000, a typical homeowner in Fresno County pays approximately $2,730 in annual property taxes — or $228 per month added to their mortgage payment.
Fresno County's property tax rate of 0.78% is close to the national average of 1.10%. On a median-priced home of $350,000, expect an annual tax bill of approximately $2,730.
Sources: Tax Foundation 2025
Homeowners Insurance Costs
Homeowners insurance in Fresno County runs approximately $1,300/year ($108/month), in line with the national average of $1,600.
Premium quotes in Fresno County typically range from $850 to $1,950 per year depending on home age, construction type, coverage limits, and your insurer. Always get multiple quotes.
Sources: NAIC 2024
Loan Limits & Financing Options
A buyer purchasing the median Fresno County home ($350,000) with FHA's minimum 3.5% down would borrow $337,750 — well within the $541,287 baseline FHA limit for this county. FHA financing is a viable option for most buyers here.
With 20% down on a median-priced home, the loan amount of $280,000 stays $552,750 below the $832,750 conforming limit — giving buyers access to conventional Fannie/Freddie pricing without jumbo underwriting.
Sources: HUD ML 2025-23, FHFA 2026
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