Florida county guide
Taylor County real estate: closing costs, taxes and market data
What it costs to buy and sell a home in Taylor County, Florida, with the state's own formulas and the latest market figures.
Market snapshot
Taylor County is a rural county on Florida's Big Bend Gulf Coast. The 2020 census counted 21,796 residents, and Perry is the county seat. Housing runs from in-town homes in Perry to rural acreage and waterfront properties in coastal communities such as Steinhatchee and Keaton Beach.
Main cities: Perry, Steinhatchee, Keaton Beach, Shady Grove, Salem
Closing costs at common prices
| Sale price | Deed doc stamps | Owner's title policy | Note doc stamps + intangible tax (80% loan) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $250,000 | $1,750 | $1,325 | $1,100 |
| $350,000 | $2,450 | $1,825 | $1,540 |
| $500,000 | $3,500 | $2,575 | $2,200 |
| $750,000 | $5,250 | $3,825 | $3,300 |
Deed doc stamps are $0.70 per $100 of the price and are normally paid by the seller. In Taylor County the seller customarily pays the owner's title policy, at Florida's promulgated rate. Buyers with a loan also pay $0.35 per $100 on the note and 0.2% intangible tax. Property tax uses the county's typical millage less the $50,000 homestead exemption, so it's an estimate; check the property appraiser for any parcel.
Flood risk
Coastal areas such as Steinhatchee and Keaton Beach are exposed to hurricane storm surge, so buyers should check the FEMA flood zone and get flood insurance quotes before making an offer.
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Questions agents and buyers ask
- How much are doc stamps in Taylor County?
- On a $350,000 sale, deed doc stamps are about $2,450 ($0.70 per $100 of the price). The seller normally pays them.
- Who pays for title insurance in Taylor County?
- By custom the seller pays for the owner's title policy. At $350,000 it's about $1,825 at Florida's promulgated rate; the contract can say otherwise.
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Sources
- Taylor County, Florida - Wikipedia (2020 Census population)
- Taylor County, Florida - Ballotpedia
- Taylor County Clerk of Court
Market figures researched November 3, 2026.