Down Payment Calculator

Free down payment calculator. Calculate down payment by percentage, estimate closing costs, and plan your savings timeline for home purchase.

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Typically 2-5% of home price

$80,000

20% of home price

$12,000

3% estimate

$92,000

Down + Closing

$320,000

80% financed

Down Payment Options for $400,000

Down %Down Payment+ ClosingLoan AmountPMI?
3%FHA/Conv. min$12,000$24,000$388,000Yes
3.5%FHA minimum$14,000$26,000$386,000Yes
5%Conv. minimum$20,000$32,000$380,000Yes
10%Lower PMI$40,000$52,000$360,000Yes
20%No PMI$80,000$92,000$320,000No
25%Better rates$100,000$112,000$300,000No

20% Down Payment by Home Price

Home PriceDown Payment+ Closing (~3%)Total Cash
$250,000$50,000$7,500$57,500
$350,000$70,000$10,500$80,500
$450,000$90,000$13,500$103,500
$550,000$110,000$16,500$126,500
$750,000$150,000$22,500$172,500
$1,000,000$200,000$30,000$230,000

Down Payment Tips

  • 20% down: Avoids PMI and gets better rates
  • First-time buyers: May qualify for 3-3.5% down (FHA)
  • Gift funds: Many lenders allow down payment gifts from family
  • Down payment assistance: Check state/local programs
  • VA loans: 0% down for eligible veterans

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