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Estimate your full monthly payment — principal, interest, NJ property taxes, insurance, PMI, and HOA — before you make an offer.

Purchase Details

$550,000
$100,000$2,000,000
20% ($110,000)
3%50%
7.000%
3.000%12.000%
30 years

Monthly Costs

2.10%
0.50%4.00%
$1,400/yr
$500/yr$5,000/yr
None
None$1,000/mo

NJ's average effective property tax rate is ~2.1% — among the highest in the US. Rates vary significantly by county and municipality. NJ property tax guide →

Monthly Payment

Total Monthly Payment

$4,006

Principal & interest, taxes, insurance

Monthly Breakdown

Principal & Interest$2,927
Property Tax (2.1% → $11,550/yr)$963
Homeowners Insurance$117
Total / Month$4,006

Loan Amount

$440,000

Amount financed

Down Payment

$110,000

20% of purchase

Estimates only. Actual payment depends on your credit score, lender, and local tax assessment. Consult a licensed mortgage professional for an exact quote.

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NJ Mortgage Context

NJ Property Taxes Are Highest in the US

The average NJ homeowner pays ~2.1% of assessed value annually. At $550K, that's $11,550/year — a significant portion of your monthly payment. Rates vary by county and town.

County-by-county tax guide

Know Your Full Closing Costs

NJ buyers typically pay 2–4% of the purchase price in closing costs: attorney fees, title insurance, mortgage origination, prepaid taxes, and more.

Full NJ closing cost guide

Compare Markets Before You Buy

Median prices range from $390K in Burlington County to $760K in Bergen County. The county you buy in dramatically affects both your mortgage payment and your property tax bill.

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