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Housing acquisition tax rate

1% ≤₩600M · 1–3% to ₩900M · 3% above% of the acquisition price, individual buyer

The single largest cash cost at completion, and the most politically active number in Korean property. Nationality does not change it — what does is the buyer, the number of homes held, the price, the region and the nature of the dwelling.

Applies to
Individuals acquiring housing for consideration. Multiple owners and companies are on a separate, heavier schedule.
Review cadence
Checked once a year

What we have recorded

  1. 2026-08-31
    1% ≤₩600M · 1–3% to ₩900M · 3% above

    Local education tax on top, and rural special tax where the exclusive floor area exceeds 85㎡.

    Local Tax Act

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