Property in Korea guide
Taxes When Buying, Holding and Selling a Korean Home
Korean property taxes use different tax bases and conditions at each stage. Work from purchase to annual ownership and sale.
A practical order
Calculate in three steps
- 01
At purchase
Estimate acquisition, local education and any rural special tax from the purchase price and floor area.
- 02
During ownership
Use official assessed values to estimate property and comprehensive real estate holding taxes.
- 03
At sale
Estimate taxable capital gain after purchase cost, eligible expenses, exemptions and deductions.
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Calculators you need
Korea Home Acquisition Tax Calculator
Estimates acquisition tax, local education tax and rural special tax for a standard home purchase in South Korea.
Calculate now →Korea Home Property Tax Calculator
Estimates property tax, local education tax and urban-area tax using a home’s official assessed value.
Calculate now →Korea Comprehensive Real Estate Holding Tax Calculator
Estimates comprehensive real estate holding tax and rural special tax based on official values and number of homes.
Calculate now →Korea Annual Home Holding Tax Calculator
Calculates property tax for each home and combines it with estimated comprehensive real estate holding tax.
Calculate now →Korea Home Capital Gains Tax Calculator
Estimates capital gains tax and local income tax from a Korean home’s purchase price, sale price and eligible expenses.
Calculate now →Results are estimates based on your inputs. For Korean tax, insurance and employment items, review each calculator’s rules and exclusions and confirm important decisions with the relevant institution or a qualified professional.
Before you calculate
Frequently asked questions
Which price should I enter?
Acquisition tax uses purchase price; annual holding taxes generally use the official assessed value.
Why does the number of homes matter?
Household home count can affect deductions, rates, credits and surcharges under Korean law.
Can I use the estimate to file?
No. Use it for planning and confirm material filings with an official authority or Korean tax professional.
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