Columbus is located in Franklin County, Ohio. Ohio real estate transfers are subject to a state conveyance fee of $1.00 per $1,000 (0.10%) plus a Franklin County conveyance fee of $2.00 per $1,000 (0.20%), for a combined rate of $3.00 per $1,000 (0.30%). The fees are calculated on the sale price rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Both fees are collected by the Franklin County Auditor at the time of deed recording.
In Columbus and throughout Ohio, the conveyance fees are paid by the seller (grantor) at closing. This obligation is set by state law. Buyers and sellers should confirm payment responsibilities with their real estate attorney or title company.
Certain Columbus real estate transactions may be exempt from Ohio's conveyance fees. Common exemptions include transfers with consideration of $100 or less, transfers to qualifying governmental entities, transfers between spouses, and certain foreclosure-related transfers. Consult an Ohio real estate attorney to determine whether your transaction qualifies for an exemption.