Davidson County, TN Closing Cost Calculator
Estimated closing costs for a home purchase in Davidson County including TN-specific transfer taxes.
Estimated closing costs for a $450,000 home with 20% down
Low estimate
$7,016
High estimate
$13,097
Cost Breakdown (Mid Estimate)
| Origination Fee | $2,700 |
| Title Insurance | $1,440 |
| Appraisal | $600 |
| TN Transfer Taxes & Fees | $1,865 |
| Prepaid Items (escrow) | $2,250 |
| Other Fees | $500 |
| Total (Mid) | $9,355 |
Estimates only. Actual costs vary by lender and transaction.
Local Home Values & Affordability
Davidson County's median home value of $450,000 runs about 45% above the US median of $310,000, reflecting strong local demand.
A 20% down payment on a median Davidson County home requires $90,000 in cash — or $15,750 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
Davidson County has one of the lowest property tax rates in our dataset at 0.72% — 35% below the national average of 1.10%. This keeps monthly PITI payments notably lower than in high-tax markets with comparable home values.
Based on the 0.72% effective rate and a median home value of $450,000, a typical homeowner in Davidson County pays approximately $3,240 in annual property taxes — or $270 per month added to their mortgage payment.
Sources: Tax Foundation 2025
Homeowners Insurance Costs
Homeowners insurance in Davidson County runs approximately $1,600/year ($133/month), in line with the national average of $1,600.
Premium quotes in Davidson County typically range from $1,100 to $2,400 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 Davidson County home ($450,000) with FHA's minimum 3.5% down would borrow $434,250 — 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 $360,000 stays $472,750 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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