Sell Without a Realtor in Illinois: The Town-by-Town Guide
You don't need a broker to sell your home in Illinois. You need the right price, the required disclosures, your town's paperwork, and an attorney from contract to closing — and seller-side representation costs you nothing.
How a FSBO Sale Actually Works Here
I've closed hundreds of for-sale-by-owner transactions across Chicagoland, and the process is the same six moves every time. One: don't sign anything with an iBuyer or we-buy-houses outfit before you know your number — run it through our seller net-proceeds calculator first. Two: prep and price from comparable sales, not from Zillow's guess. Three: when a buyer appears, the contract, negotiations, and attorney review run through your lawyer — that's the part of a broker's job that was never theirs to begin with. Four: deliver the Illinois disclosures (the Residential Real Property Disclosure Report, lead paint for pre-1978 homes, and radon) — selling FSBO does not exempt you, and neither does selling as-is. Five: clear your town's local requirements — stamps, inspections, certificates — which is what the lookup and the 194-municipality tax table below are for. Six: close. We coordinate title, payoffs, prorations, and the closing table; for standard residential sales the title company pays our fee, so seller-side representation is free.
Steps one through four are the same in every zip code. Step five is where FSBO sellers get blindsided, because every village invented its own paperwork — 71 municipalities charge their own transfer stamp on top of the state and county tax. That's what the rest of this page solves.
Look Up Any Illinois Municipality
Pick from all 194 municipalities ATG tracks — see the transfer tax, who pays, where to buy stamps, inspection rules, and special requirements, then estimate your total. Rates pulled from the ATG ordinance table, retrieved 2026-06-11 and ATG-confirmed current.
Your Town's Requirements
Pick your town. Each card shows the current transfer tax (from the ATG ordinance table, with its own update date), the point-of-sale inspection, and the closing paperwork as we documented it (procedure vintage labeled — we verify current requirements with your village when retained). Towns with a transfer tax get an Estimate my tax button.
Cook County
Alsip Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $3.50/$1,000 ($100 minimum; no rounding) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/14/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Clerk's Office
How it works locally: Seller buys the transfer stamp at $3.50 per $1,000 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $1,000; bring the Village transfer tax declaration, sales contract copy, and payment to 4500 W. 123rd St.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Schedule a final water meter reading and pay the water bill (condo/HOA usually pays it) · Complete a Village of Alsip Real Property Transfer Tax Declaration form
Village contact: Village Hall, 4500 W. 123rd St., Alsip, IL 60803-2599; 708.385.6902; www.villageofalsip.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Arlington Heights Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/03/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 33 S. Arlington Heights Rd. Arlington Heights, IL 6005-1403; 847.368.5000; www.vah.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Barrington Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/03/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you) · Page notes most of Barrington is recently developed so radon is not usually a huge concern, but good to check
Village contact: 200 S. Hough St., Barrington, IL 60010-4399; 847.304.3400; www.barrington-il.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Bartlett Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $3.00/$1,000 (no rounding) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/14/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
How it works locally: Seller purchases the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp at $3 per $1,000 of purchase price. Order well in advance; most of Bartlett has a drainage or sanitary district that can add delays of a week or more.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Schedule a final meter reading and pay the water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it) · Pay any other amounts due to the village · File a Village of Bartlett Real Estate Transfer Tax form and an Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration with a copy of the deed or contract; attorney brings them with stamp payment to 228 S. Main St.
Village contact: Village Hall, 228 S. Main St., Bartlett, IL 60103-4495; 630.837.0800; www.bartlettil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Bedford Park Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $50.00 — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/20/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Clerk
How it works locally: Seller purchases the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp for a flat $50; submit a Village of Bedford Park Real Estate Transfer Tax Request form with payment at 6701 S. Archer Ave.
Inspection: Schedule an inspection with the Village Building Coordinator as the first step before closing.
Also required: Pay the final water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it) · Buyer must contact Village Hall to put the water service account in their name
Village contact: Village Hall, 6701 S. Archer Ave., Bedford Park, IL 60501-1936; 708.458.2067; www.villageofbedfordpark.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Bellwood Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall Water Department
How it works locally: Seller obtains the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp/Certificate at $5 per $1000 of purchase price; bring an Illinois transfer tax declaration, original deed, original plat of survey, and payment to 3200 Washington Blvd.
Inspection: Pre-sale inspection: submit a Pre-sale Inspection Application and call to schedule; fee varies by property type ($175 for a single family home). Repair and re-inspect, or buyer signs a Property Sales Affidavit.
Also required: Illinois Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration, original deed, and original plat of survey required for the stamp
Village contact: Village Hall, 3200 Washington Blvd., Bellwood, IL 60104-1984; 708.547.3500; www.vil.bellwood.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Berkeley Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: Compliance stamp issued upon inspection — paid by Either. (rate verified 02/07/2011)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
How it works locally: Buyer or seller must obtain a Compliance Stamp (no rate stated); after the inspection and village bills are cleared, the attorney brings the deed to Village Hall at 5819 Electric Ave. for the stamp.
Inspection: Pre-sale home inspection scheduled with Village Hall several weeks before closing; the fee is $350 for a single family dwelling. Have the real estate listing and a current plat of survey at the inspection.
Also required: Repair any violations found and call for a re-inspection, or buyer can agree to make repairs within 90 days of closing with funds placed in escrow · Schedule a meter reading at least 24 hours prior to closing and pay the final water bill · Pay any other outstanding amounts due to the Village
Village contact: Village Hall, 5819 Electric Ave., Berkeley, IL 60163-1599; 708.449.8840; www.berkeley.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Berwyn Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $10.000/1,000 — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Where to buy stamps: City Collector. Either party can pay the tax.
How it works locally: Seller obtains the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp/Certificate at $10 per $1000 of purchase price. Bring the City transfer tax form, Illinois Transfer Declaration, original deed, and inspection report to 6700 26th St.
Inspection: Compliance inspection must be scheduled in person at City Hall; fee depends on property type ($50 for a single family home). A passing report is valid for 6 months - do it before listing the home.
Also required: Schedule a final meter reading and pay the water bill (condo/HOA usually pays it) · Repair any violations found at the compliance inspection · Page notes Berwyn is famous for radon problems - worth testing before selling
Village contact: City of Berwyn, 6700 26th St., Berwyn, IL 60402-0701; 708.788.2660; www.berwyn-il.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Norridge Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: No fee for stamp. — paid by Seller. New buyer may accept responsibility for violations and has 30 days to co. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Where to buy stamps: Village of Norridge
Inspection: Submit the Application for Transfer Inspection in person with the sales contract, first and last page of the deed, and $100 fee. The inspection must be scheduled within 30 days of closing.
Also required: Pay the final water bill after the transfer inspection
Village contact: Village Hall, 4000 N. Olcott Ave., Norridge IL 60706-1199; 708.453.0800; www.villageofnorridge.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Oak Forest Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 07/16/2021)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; stated local steps are paying the final water bill (plus an inspection only if the home sat vacant).
Inspection: Required only if the house was vacant for more than 2 months; schedule the inspection before closing.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Bring proof of water bill payment to city hall at 15440 South Central Ave.
Village contact: 15440 South Central Ave. Oak Forest, IL 60452-2195; 708.687.4050; www.oak-forest.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Phoenix Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; stated local steps are only the final water bill and a village inspection with a $50 fee.
Inspection: Schedule an inspection with the village and pay a $50 inspection fee.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 633 E. 151st St.
Village contact: 633 E. 151st St. Phoenix, IL 60426-2452; 708.331.2636; www.villageofphoenix.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
River Grove Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/20/2017)
How it works locally: Transfer stamp required (no rate stated on the page). Bring the Illinois PTAX-203 Real Estate Transfer Declaration, Plat of Survey, and deed to the Village Hall at 2621 Thatcher to get the stamp.
Inspection: Property transfer inspection: file a transfer application (separate forms for single family homes and condos), pay the $100 fee, and schedule with the Building Department. Repair violations and re-inspect before closing.
Also required: Schedule a final meter reading within two days of closing and pay the water bill · Buyer completes a New Property Owner Form · If violations are not repaired, buyer completes an occupancy form, pays an inspector-set escrow fee, and finishes repairs within 60 days
Village contact: Village Hall, 2621 Thatcher, River Grove, IL 60171-1698; 708.453.8000; www.rivergroveil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Riverdale Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 04/30/2012)
How it works locally: No tax rate stated, but the deed must be stamped at Village Hall; bring a copy of the deed, proof of a termite inspection, and payment for the final water bill after the Certificate of Compliance is issued.
Inspection: Certificate of Compliance required: file the application at Village Hall, pay a $200 inspection fee, and schedule a compliance inspection; allow two weeks. Repair any violations and re-inspect prior to closing.
Also required: Proof of a termite inspection · Pay the final water bill · If violations remain, buyer can sign a 45-day closing affidavit taking responsibility for repairs
Village contact: Village Hall, 157 W. 144th St. Riverdale, IL 60827-2392; 708.841.2200; www.villageofriverdale.net
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Riverside Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/11/2025)
How it works locally: Transfer stamp required but there is no additional cost for it; once the inspection is complete and all Village fees are paid, the Village issues the Certificate of Compliance and the deed is stamped at Village Hall.
Inspection: Certificate of Compliance inspection: call 708.447.1241 once you have a closing date; scheduled about one week before closing and includes the final water meter read. Fee is $325 plus the final water bill and other fees.
Also required: Recent Plat of Survey, no older than 6 months · Give the buyer the Certificate of Compliance at closing
Village contact: Village Hall 708.447.2700 (inspections 708.447.1241); www.riverside.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Robbins Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $100 — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
How it works locally: Stamp costs $100, plus the final water bill and any other amounts owed to the Village; bring a completed transfer declaration and copy of the deed to 3327 W. 137th St. Available about 7 days after passing inspection.
Inspection: Inspection by the Robbins Building Department: fill out a Request for Inspection form and pay the $240 inspection fee; the inspection report takes about 7 to 10 days.
Also required: Certificate of Compliance required · Final water meter reading
Village contact: Village Hall, 3327 W. 137th St. Robbins, IL 60472-1699; 708.385.8940; www.robbins-il.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Rosemont Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, 9501 W. Devon Ave. Rosemont, IL 60018-4823; 847.825.4404; www.rosemont.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Sauk Village Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: Schedule a home inspection with the city and pay the $50 inspection fee.
Also required: Closing section notes the water bill must be paid before the closing is scheduled
Village contact: Village Hall: 708.758.3330; www.saukvillage.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Skokie Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $3.00/$1,000 (or fraction thereof) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 04/27/2022)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall (or downtown office)
How it works locally: Seller purchases the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp at $3 per $1,000 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Bring the completed Village transfer tax form and payment to 5127 Oakton.
Inspection: Inspection with the Village Property Standards Division must be scheduled at least 28 days prior to closing and costs $50; it must be passed before purchasing the stamp.
Also required: Pay the final water bill and any other amounts owed to the village (condo/HOA usually pays water) · Complete a Village of Skokie Real Estate Transfer Tax form
Village contact: 5127 Oakton, Skokie, IL 60077-0309; 847.673.0500; www.skokie.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
South Holland
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Obtain a Certificate of Payment from the Village before selling · File an Application for Certificate of Payment at least 3 days before closing · Pay all amounts due to the Village: final water bill, any building code violations, and other service charges · Village conducts a meter reading and sends the final water bill; pick up the Certificate of Payment at 16226 Wausau Ave.
Village contact: Village Hall, 16226 Wausau Ave. South Holland, IL 60473-2156; 708.210.2900; www.southholland.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Summit Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Inspection: Schedule a home inspection with the city and pay the $50 inspection fee.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, 7321 W. 59th St. Summit, IL 60501-1419; 708.563.4800; www.summit-il.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Tinley Park Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill - the page states the water bill is the only city requirement (condo/HOA usually pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, 16250 S. Oak Park Ave. Tinley Park, IL 60477-1600; 708.444.5000; www.tinleypark.org
Procedure as documented 2023 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Westchester Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: Compliance Stamp issued upon inspection. — paid by Seller. (rate verified 02/17/2026)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
Inspection: Certificate of Compliance required: schedule a compliance inspection ($225 for single family residences and condos) with an application and a recent plat of survey. Repair any violations and re-inspect before closing.
Also required: Final meter reading and water bill (condo/HOA usually pays it) · Certificate of Compliance issued after passing the inspection, paying outstanding bills, and submitting the required documents
Village contact: 10300 W. Roosevelt Rd. Westchester, IL 60154-2596; 708.345.0020; www.westchester-il.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Western Springs Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Western Springs is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 740 Hillgrove Ave. Western Springs, IL 60558-1478; 708.246.1800; www.wsprings.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Wheeling
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/15/2017)
How it works locally: Buyer is responsible for obtaining the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp/Certificate (no rate stated). Submit a Village of Wheeling Application for Real Estate Transfer 7 days prior to closing.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Pay any amounts due to the Village, including fines or other outstanding charges · Village conducts an electronic meter reading and sends the final water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it) · Attorney brings the deed to the Finance Department at 2 Community Boulevard to get the transfer stamp
Village contact: Finance Department, 2 Community Boulevard, Wheeling, IL 60090; 847.459.2600; www.wheelingil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Wilmette Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) — paid by Buyer. (rate verified 03/14/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
How it works locally: Buyer pays $3 per $1,000 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Two copies of the Wilmette Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration plus payment go to the Finance Department.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Schedule a final meter reading and pay the water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it) · Pay any other amounts due to the Village
Village contact: Finance Department, 1200 Wilmette Ave. Wilmette, IL 60091-2793; 847.251.2700; www.wilmette.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Winnetka Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Winnetka is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 510 Green Bay Rd. Winnetka, IL 60093-2563; 847.501.60008; www.villageofwinnetka.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Worth
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 04/04/2019)
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Seller must obtain a Certificate of Payment and Compliance from the Village Clerk; the fee is $100 and a copy of the deed is required · The certificate must be affixed to the deed for recording and is only valid for 30 days - do not get it too far before closing · Schedule a meter reading with the Water Department, then pay the final water bill and any other outstanding village charges (condo/HOA usually pays water)
Village contact: Village Clerk, 7112 W. 111th St., Worth, IL 60482-1878
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
DuPage County
Addison Transfer tax Inspection
Transfer tax: $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) — paid by Buyer. (rate verified 03/14/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall
How it works locally: Buyer purchases the transfer stamp at $2.50 per $1,000 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $1,000; bring a completed Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration and deed copy to One Friendship Plaza.
Inspection: Certificate of Sewer Compliance: call the Community Development Department at 630.693.7530 at least two weeks before closing to schedule a sewage inspection. The certificate is good for 6 months.
Also required: Permit release from the Community Development Department (no outstanding building permits or inspection fees) · Final water meter reading via Water Billing at 630.693.7570, done 24 hours before closing; buyer must apply for water/sewer service at Village Hall before the final water bill issues (condo/HOA usually pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, One Friendship Plaza, Addison, IL 60101-2786; 630.693.7564; www.addisonadvantage.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Bensenville Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/07/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill about a week before closing (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it) · Page notes Bensenville, like all northwestern suburbs, often has radon problems
Village contact: 12 S. Center St., Bensenville, IL 60106-1987; 630.766.8200; www.bensenville.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Bloomingdale Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/07/2011)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 201 S. Bloomingdale Road
Village contact: 201 S. Bloomingdale Road, Bloomingdale, Illinois 60108; 630.897.8228; www.villageofbloomingdale.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Lisle Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says selling FSBO in Lisle is easy and the only thing you need to do is order the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order the final water bill (condo/HOA likely pays it for you)
Village contact: Lisle Village Hall, 925 Burlington Ave, Lisle, IL 60532-1838; 630.271.4150; www.villageoflisle.org
Procedure as documented 2023 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Naperville Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $1.50/$500 (round to nearest $500) — paid by Buyer. (rate verified 05/17/2021)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall, Municipal Center (or ATG Chicago Loop office – form in Notes)
How it works locally: Buyer purchases the Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp: $1.50 per $500 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $500. Submit documents and payment to the Finance Department at the Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before purchasing the stamp (condo/HOA often handles this) · Statement of Open Accounts: submit the request at least seven business days before closing · PTAX 203 Real Estate Transfer Declaration or a sales contract signed by both seller and buyer · Stamp applies only within Naperville city limits; some Naperville addresses are legally in Aurora, Lisle, or Plainfield - check with the City Clerk
Village contact: Finance Department, Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., Naperville, IL 60540; 630.420.6059; www.naperville.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Oak Brook Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 1200 Oak Brook Rd.
Village contact: 1200 Oak Brook Rd. Oak Brook, IL 60523-2255; 708.687.4050; www.oak-brook.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Roselle Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Roselle is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: An inspection must be scheduled prior to closing only if the property has been vacant for more than 60 days; otherwise no inspection is mentioned.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, 31 S. Prospect St. Roselle, IL 60172-2097; 630.980.2000; www.roselle.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Villa Park Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: A compliance inspection is required to get the Certificate of Compliance; call the Public Works Department at 630.834.8505 to schedule. The inspection fee is $50.
Also required: Obtain a Certificate of Compliance to sell · Fill out a Village of Villa Park Closing Bill Request Form and bring it with the $50 inspection fee to the Finance Department at 20 S. Ardmore Ave. · Village conducts a meter reading on the closing date and sends the final water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it)
Village contact: Village Hall 630.834.8500; Finance Department, 20 S. Ardmore Ave. Villa Park, IL 60181-2696; www.invillapark.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Wheaton Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) — paid by Buyer. (rate verified 12/17/2019)
Where to buy stamps: City Hall
How it works locally: Buyer pays $2.50 per $1,000 of purchase price (rounded up to nearest $1,000) at the Finance Office, 303 W Wesley St. Refund possible if rebuying a Wheaton principal residence within 12 months or selling to your child.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Final meter reading and water bill, plus any other amounts due to the city (condo/HOA usually pays water) · Real Estate Transfer Tax form and Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration · Buyer completes a Utility Account Application · Eligible buyers file a Real Estate Transfer Tax Refund Application with the Finance Department after closing
Village contact: Finance Office, 303 W Wesley Street, 1st Floor, Wheaton, IL 60187; 630-260-2000; www.wheaton.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Willowbrook Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 7760 Quincy St.
Village contact: 7760 Quincy St. Willowbrook, IL 60527-5594; 630.323.8215; www.willowbrookil.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Winfield Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 27 W 465 Jewell Rd.
Village contact: 27 W 465 Jewell Rd. Winfield, IL 60190-1293; 630.933.7100; www.villageofwinfield.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Woodridge Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 02/14/2017)
Where to buy stamps: Village Hall (or ATG Chicago Loop office – form in Notes)
How it works locally: Seller pays $2.50 per $1,000 of purchase price, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. File Village of Woodridge and Illinois transfer declarations with a deed copy and legal description at the Finance Department.
Inspection: Not addressed in our notes — confirm with the village.
Also required: Schedule a final meter reading and pay the water bill (condo/HOA will almost certainly pay it) · Pay any other amounts due to the city · Transfer tax refund for owner-occupants who buy another Woodridge principal residence within 12 months; requires refund application, stamped deeds, a 6-month-old utility bill, and a $25 fee
Village contact: Finance Department, 5 Plaza Drive Woodridge, IL 60517; 630.852.7000; www.woodridgeil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Kane County
Aurora Transfer tax
Transfer tax: $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) — paid by Seller. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Where to buy stamps: City Hall, Finance Department (or ATG Chicago Loop office – form in Notes)
How it works locally: Real Estate Transfer Tax Stamp costs $3 for every $1,000 of the purchase price, rounded to the nearest $1,000; your attorney brings the City and Illinois transfer tax declarations and payment to 44 E Downer Place.
Inspection: Yes - See Notes
Also required: Statement of Open Accounts: submit the request to the Water department at least five days before closing; the City does a meter reading and issues the final water bill (condo/HOA usually handles payment) · City of Aurora Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration plus an Illinois Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration required
Village contact: City of Aurora, 44 E Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505; 630.256.3560; www.aurora-il.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Batavia Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/07/2011)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Batavia is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it) · Author notes very high radon levels seen in Batavia (one 14.0 ppm reading cost thousands to mitigate); plan for the radon disclosure
Village contact: 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia, IL 60510-1972; 630.454.2000; www.cityofbatavia.net
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
North Aurora Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at Village Hall, 25 E. State St.
Village contact: 25 E. State St. North Aurora, IL 60542-1684; 630.897.8228; www.northaurora.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Sleepy Hollow Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Sleepy Hollow is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 9526 Irving Park Rd. Schiller Park, IL 60176-19840 (address as printed); Village Hall 847.426.6700; www.sleepyhollowil.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
West Dundee Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says West Dundee is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 102 S. 2nd St. West Dundee, IL 60118-2005; 847.551.3805; www.wdundee.org
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Kendall County
Yorkville Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/08/2017)
How it works locally: Page lists no transfer stamp; it says the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill before closing; a condo/HOA almost certainly pays it for you · Water bill can be handled in person at 800 Game Farm Rd.
Village contact: 800 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville, IL 60560-0901; 630.553.4350; www.yorkville.il.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Lake County
Beach Park Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 12/09/2024)
Inspection: Seller obtains a Zoning Certificate: apply to Village Hall ($50 fee, plus $125 if vacant at least 6 months); the village then schedules an inspection. Certificate is needed at least two weeks before closing.
Also required: Buyer submits a Village of Beach Park Application for Water and Sewer Services with a $100 deposit · Final meter reading and water bill, plus any other amounts due to the village (condo/HOA usually pays water)
Village contact: Village Hall, 11270 W. Wadsworth Road, Beach Park, IL 60099-3358; 847.746.1770; www.villageofbeachpark.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Round Lake Park Inspection
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
Inspection: Schedule a home inspection with the city and pay the $75 inspection fee.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: Village Hall, 203 E. Lake Shore Dr. Round Lake Park, IL 60073-3031; 847.546.2790; www.rlpil.us
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Winthrop Harbor Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 830 Sheridan Rd. Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096-1699; 847.872.3846; www.winthropharbor.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Zion Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 2828 Sheridan Rd. Zion, IL 60099-2674; www.cityofzion.com
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
McHenry County
Woodstock Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 03/04/2025)
How it works locally: No transfer stamp mentioned; the page says Woodstock is an easy FSBO city and the only local requirement is ordering and paying the final water bill.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Order and pay the final water bill (condo/HOA almost certainly pays it)
Village contact: 121 W. Calhoun Street, Woodstock, Illinois 60098; 815.338.4300; www.woodstockil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Will County
New Lenox Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: Page states there are no transfer tax or other special requirements for selling a home in New Lenox, Illinois.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Some homes with New Lenox mailing addresses are incorporated in nearby municipalities and subject to those towns' transfer taxes; verify incorporation with the New Lenox Village Clerk
Village contact: New Lenox Village Clerk, 815.462.6414; www.newlenox.net
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Plainfield Low-friction
Transfer tax: None. (rate verified 02/08/2011)
How it works locally: Page states there are no transfer tax or other special requirements for selling a home in Plainfield, Illinois.
Inspection: No point-of-sale inspection.
Also required: Some homes with Plainfield addresses are incorporated in adjacent municipalities and subject to those towns' transfer taxes; verify incorporation with the Plainfield Village Clerk
Village contact: Plainfield Village Clerk, 815.439.2921; www.plainfieldil.gov
Procedure as documented 2022 · we confirm current requirements when retained
Every Illinois Municipal Transfer Tax
The complete table — all 194 municipalities ATG tracks, current as of each row's verification date. Two taxes apply everywhere in Illinois regardless of town: the State of Illinois transfer tax of $0.50 per $500 (35 ILCS 200/31-1) and the county tax of $0.25 per $500 (55 ILCS 5/5-1031), both customarily paid by the seller. The table below is the municipal layer on top.
| Municipality | Transfer tax | Who pays | Inspection | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison | $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | Sewer Inspection | |
| Algonquin | None | — | — | |
| Alsip | $3.50/$1,000 ($100 minimum; no rounding) | Seller | — | |
| Arlington Heights | None | — | — | |
| Aurora | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes - See Notes | |
| Barrington | None | — | — | |
| Bartlett | $3.00/$1,000 (no rounding) | Seller | — | |
| Batavia | None | — | — | |
| Beach Park | None | — | Yes, $50 (add $175 if property vacant six months or more). Apply ten days before sale. | |
| Bedford Park | $50.00 | Seller | Yes (No fee) | |
| Bellwood | $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) | Seller | Yes. $175 | |
| Bensenville | None | — | — | |
| Berkeley | Compliance stamp issued upon inspection | Either | Yes. $300 | |
| Berwyn | $10.000/1,000 | Seller | Yes | |
| Bloomingdale | None | — | — | |
| Blue Island | $100, Certificate of Occupancy | Seller | Yes. Single Family - $100; Two Units - $200; Three Units – $225; Four Units – $250; Five Units - $275; Six Unis $300. | |
| Bolingbrook | $$7.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $500) | Buyer/Seller split 50/50 | — | |
| Broadview | None | — | Yes. Single-family unit: $100; Two- or three-family unit: $150; Four or more dwelling units: $225. | |
| Brookfield | None | — | Yes, private inspection required by Buyer | |
| Buffalo Grove | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Burbank | $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) No less than $100 | Seller | No. | |
| Burnham | $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) | Buyer | — | |
| Calumet City | Transfers less than $2M: $8.00/1,000; $2M-$5M: $10/1,000; $5M-$10M: $12/1,000; $10M-$20M: $14/1,000; Over $20M: $16.00/1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer/Seller split 50/50 | Yes. $150 | |
| Calumet Park | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | Yes. $100 | |
| Carol Stream | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Carpentersville | None | — | — | |
| Channahon | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Chicago | $5.25/500 (no rounding) | Buyer: $3.750/500 Seller: $1.50/500 | — | |
| Chicago Heights | $4.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes. $50 | |
| Cicero | $10.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller. In HUD deals, Buyer pays the transfer tax. HUD is not exempt. | Yes. $50 | |
| Clarendon Hills | None | — | — | |
| Country Club Hills | $5.00/$1,000 (minimum: $50) (round to nearest $5) | Seller | Yes. $50 | |
| Countryside | $50 | Seller | Yes. $175 | |
| Crystal Lake | None | — | — | |
| Darien | None | — | — | |
| DeKalb | None | — | — | |
| Deerfield | None | — | — | |
| Des Plaines | $2.00/$1,000 | Seller | Rental property only | |
| Dolton | $5.00/$1,000 | Seller | Yes, $200 | |
| Downers Grove | None | — | — | |
| East Hazel Crest | $25 | Buyer | — | |
| Elgin | None | — | — | |
| Elk Grove Village | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Elmhurst | $1.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Sump pump inspection only | |
| Elmwood Park | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) No less than $35 | Seller | Yes (No fee; two inspections required.) | |
| Evanston | $5/$1,000 for sale price up to $1,500,000; $7/$1,000 for sale price $1,500,001 - $5,000,000; $9/$1,000 for sale price $5,000,001 and up | Seller | — | |
| Evergreen Park | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) Minimum: $100 | Seller | Yes. $100 | |
| Flossmoor | None | — | — | |
| Forest Park | No fee for compliance stamp. | — | Yes (see Notes at right) | |
| Fox River Grove | None | — | — | |
| Frankfort | None | — | — | |
| Franklin Park | $40 minimum, depending on property type | Seller | Yes. $75 minimum. | |
| Freeport | $2.00/$500 (or part thereof) | Seller | — | |
| Glen Ellyn | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Water Inspection. $50 | |
| Glencoe | None | — | — | |
| Glendale Heights | The greater of $25 or $3.00/$1,000 or fraction thereof | Seller | Yes. $100 | |
| Glenview | None | — | — | |
| Glenwood | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes. $100 | |
| Golf | None | — | — | |
| Green Oaks | None | — | — | |
| Gurnee | None | — | — | |
| Hainesville | None | — | Yes. $40 | |
| Hampshire | None | — | — | |
| Hanover Park | $1.50/$500 of value or fraction thereof stated. | Seller | — | |
| Harvard | None | — | — | |
| Harvey | $5.00/$1,000 (Buyer also responsible for $60 administrative fee) | Buyer/Seller split 50/50 | Yes. $150 for 1-2 units ($25 for each add'l unit); $300 for commercial property | |
| Harwood Heights | $10.00/$1,000 | Buyer | Yes. $50 | |
| Hazel Crest | None | — | Yes | |
| Hickory Hills | None | — | Yes (sewer inspection) | |
| Highland Park | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Highwood | None | — | Yes. | |
| Highwood (Fort Sheridan area only) | $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) | Seller | Yes. $50 | |
| Hillside | $3.75/$500 (no rounding) | Buyer | Yes, $50 | |
| Hinsdale | None | — | — | |
| Hoffman Estates | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Hometown | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Homewood | None | — | — | |
| Huntley | None | — | — | |
| Indian Head Park | None | — | — | |
| Island Lake | None | — | Electrical Inspection. $50 | |
| Itasca | None | — | — | |
| Johnsburg | None | — | — | |
| Joliet | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Justice | None | — | Yes. $100 minimum. | |
| La Grange Park | None | — | — | |
| Lake Bluff | None | — | — | |
| Lake Forest | $4.00/1000 (round to the next $5) | Buyer | Yes. $150 | |
| Lake Villa | None | — | — | |
| Lake Zurich | None | — | — | |
| Lake in the Hills | None | — | — | |
| Lakemoor | None | — | — | |
| Lansing | None | — | — | |
| Lemont | None | — | — | |
| Leyden Township | None | — | — | |
| Libertyville | None | — | — | |
| Lincolnshire | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Lincolnwood | None | — | — | |
| Lisle | None | — | — | |
| Lockport | None | — | — | |
| Lombard | None | — | — | |
| Lynwood | None | — | Yes. $100 | |
| Lyons | None | — | Yes, $100 | |
| Manteno | None | — | Yes | |
| Markham | $100 Compliance Stamp | Seller | Yes. See Notes. | |
| Matteson | None | — | Yes - $75. Once completed, a certificate of occupancy is issued. | |
| Maywood | $4.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes. $90 | |
| McCook | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) No less than $100 | Seller | Yes. $20 | |
| Melrose Park | None | — | Yes, $150 | |
| Mettawa | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Midlothian | None | — | — | |
| Mokena | None | — | — | |
| Monee | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Morton Grove | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Mount Prospect | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Mundelein | None | — | — | |
| Naperville | $1.50/$500 (round to nearest $500) | Buyer | — | |
| New Lenox | None | — | — | |
| Niles | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | Yes. $25 (see Notes) | |
| Norridge | No fee for stamp. | Seller. New buyer may accept responsibility for violations and has 30 days to co | Yes. | |
| North Aurora | None | — | — | |
| North Chicago | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | Yes. $50 | |
| North Riverside | None | — | Yes, $405. Deed will be stamped after inspection is completed. | |
| Northbrook | None | — | — | |
| Northfield | None | — | — | |
| Northlake | $250 Compliance Stamp | Seller | Yes. Must apply for inspection with the city not less than 21 days prior to any proposed sale. | |
| Oak Brook | None | — | — | |
| Oak Forest | None | — | Yes, only on properties vacant for more than two months | |
| Oak Lawn | $5.00/$1,000 (or fraction thereof) | Seller | Yes, $100 (see Special Requirements in Notes section) | |
| Oak Park | $8.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Oakbrook Terrace | None | — | — | |
| Olympia Fields | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Orland Park | None | — | — | |
| Oswego | $3 per $1000 of purchase price (0.3%) | Buyer | — | |
| Palatine | None | — | — | |
| Palos Heights | None | — | — | |
| Palos Hills | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Park Forest | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes. $100 | |
| Park Ridge | $2.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Peoria | $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Phoenix | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Plainfield | None | — | — | |
| Posen | None | — | Yes. $170 | |
| Richton Park | None | — | Yes. $75 | |
| River Forest | $1.00/$1,000 (round up by $1) | Seller | Yes | |
| River Grove | None | — | Yes. Single Family: $100; Other: See Notes. | |
| Riverdale | None | — | Yes, $200 fee (see Point of Sale Packet) | |
| Riverside | None | — | Yes. $350 | |
| Robbins | $100 | Seller | Yes. $240 | |
| Rolling Meadows | $3.00/$1,000 (round to next highest $1,000) | Seller | Water reading only. | |
| Romeoville | $1.75/$500 | Buyer | — | |
| Roselle | None | — | Yes, if vacant more than 60 days. | |
| Rosemont | None | — | — | |
| Round Lake Beach | None | — | Yes. $60 | |
| Round Lake Heights | None | — | Yes. $75 | |
| Round Lake Park | None | — | Yes. $75 | |
| Sauk Village | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Schaumburg | $1.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1) | Seller | — | |
| Schiller Park | None | — | Yes, if new residence or condo conversion. | |
| Shorewood | None | — | — | |
| Skokie | $3.00/$1,000 (or fraction thereof) | Seller | Yes, for rental properties | |
| Sleepy Hollow | None | — | — | |
| South Chicago Heights | None | — | Yes. $175 | |
| South Elgin | None | — | — | |
| South Holland | None | — | — | |
| St. Charles | None | — | — | |
| Steger | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Stickney | $5.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1) | Seller | Yes. $25 | |
| Stone Park | $2/$500 | Seller | Yes. $50 | |
| Streamwood | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Sugar Grove | None | — | — | |
| Summit | None | — | Yes. $50 per unit | |
| Sycamore | $5.00/$1,000 (no rounding) | Buyer | — | |
| Thornton | None | — | — | |
| Tinley Park | None | — | — | |
| University Park | $1.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | Yes. $250 | |
| Villa Park | None | — | Yes. $50 | |
| Wauconda | None | — | Yes. $75 | |
| Waukegan | None | — | — | |
| West Chicago | None | — | $100 + $0.12/sq. ft. | |
| West Dundee | None | — | — | |
| Westchester | Compliance Stamp issued upon inspection. | Seller | Yes. $125 | |
| Western Springs | None | — | — | |
| Wheaton | $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Wheeling | None | — | — | |
| Willowbrook | None | — | — | |
| Wilmette | $3.00/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Buyer | — | |
| Winfield | None | — | — | |
| Winnetka | None | — | — | |
| Winthrop Harbor | None | — | — | |
| Woodridge | $2.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000) | Seller | — | |
| Woodstock | None | — | — | |
| Worth | None | — | — | |
| Yorkville | None | — | — | |
| Zion | None | — | — |
Rate data: ATG transfer tax ordinance table, retrieved 2026-06-11; each row carries ATG's own last-verified date in the calculator. Procedural notes: our town guides, vintage as labeled. Always confirm with the municipality before closing — or retain us and we do it for you.
Don't see your town? If it's not in the table, ATG doesn't track an ordinance for it — which usually means no municipal stamp, but "usually" isn't a closing. Send me the address and I'll tell you what your closing needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a realtor to sell my house in Illinois?
No. Illinois has no requirement to use a real estate broker. What you do need is a properly drafted contract, the statutory disclosures, and an attorney for the closing — which is how every FSBO sale I handle gets done.
What does a FSBO attorney cost in Illinois?
At our firm, seller-side representation is free for standard residential transactions because the title company pays our fee at closing. You pay for the title work you would need anyway, not for the lawyer.
How much is the Illinois transfer tax?
The State of Illinois charges $0.50 per $500 of sale price and every county adds $0.25 per $500 — together $1.50 per $1,000, customarily paid by the seller. On top of that, 71 of the 194 municipalities in our table charge their own transfer stamp, with rates from under a dollar to over $10 per $1,000. Use the calculator on this page for your town's total.
Are the town requirements on this page current?
Transfer tax rates and liability come from the ATG ordinance table and carry per-municipality update dates; the procedural notes on the 52 town cards are labeled with the year we documented them. Villages change fees without much notice — when you retain us, we verify current requirements with your village before closing.
Ready to sell without paying 5% for the privilege? Call (630) 839-9195 or book a free 30-minute phone consultation. Seller-side closings are free for standard residential transactions — you'll know your town's requirements and your net number before you list.