Land transfer tax · Manitoba · 2026
Land transfer tax on a $600,000 home in Manitoba
$9,650 for most buyers.
Land transfer tax
$9,650
1.61% of the price
Manitoba charges no tax on the first $30,000, then 0.5%, 1% and 1.5% in bands up to $200,000, and 2% above that.
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How the Manitoba land transfer tax is worked out
On a $600,000 purchase
| Band | Rate | Taxed | Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to $30,000 | 0% | $30,000 | $0 |
| $30,000 to $90,000 | 0.5% | $60,000 | $300 |
| $90,000 to $150,000 | 1% | $60,000 | $600 |
| $150,000 to $200,000 | 1.5% | $50,000 | $750 |
| Over $200,000 | 2% | $400,000 | $8,000 |
| Total | $9,650 |
First-time home buyers
Manitoba has no first-time buyer exemption from land transfer tax.
- Manitoba land transfer tax$9,650
First-time buyer total: $9,650
Cash you'll need at this price
With less than 20% down, here's the least you'd bring to closing before legal fees, inspection and moving.
- Minimum down payment$35,000
- Land transfer tax$9,650
- Total$44,650
The $22,600 mortgage insurance premium (25-year amortization) is added to your mortgage, but the provincial sales tax on it is paid in cash.
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Land transfer tax on $600,000 across Canada
Saskatchewan, Newfoundland and Labrador and the territories charge only land titles fees.
| Where you buy | Tax |
|---|---|
| Ontario | $8,475 |
| Toronto | $16,950 |
| British Columbia | $10,000 |
| Quebec | $7,111 |
| Montreal | $7,349 |
| Manitoba | $9,650 |
| New Brunswick | $6,000 |
| Nova Scotia (Halifax) | $9,000 |
| Prince Edward Island | $6,000 |
| Alberta (fees only) | $1,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much is land transfer tax on a $600,000 house in Manitoba?
The Manitoba land transfer tax on a $600,000 home is $9,650 in 2026, about 1.61% of the price.
Do first-time buyers pay less?
Manitoba has no first-time buyer exemption from land transfer tax.
When do you pay land transfer tax?
It's paid when the transfer is registered at the Land Titles Office, usually by your lawyer from your closing funds. Registration fees are extra.
Is land transfer tax based on the price or the assessed value?
It's based on the price you pay (the value of the consideration). If you buy for less than market value, for example from a relative, the province can tax the fair market value instead.
Other prices in Manitoba
Rates for 2026. Sources: Manitoba land transfer tax. Estimates for planning, not legal or tax advice. Your lawyer or notary confirms the final amount.