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ATG Real Estate Transfer Ordinances: Elmhurst

Address:

209 N. York St.
Elmhurst, IL 60126-2755

Phone:

630-530-3000

Amount of Tax:

$1.50/$1,000 (round to nearest $1,000)

Legal Reference:

Elmhurst City Code Sec. 11.01

Where Stamps Can Be Purchased:

City Clerk's online portal (see notes)

Special Requirements:

Final water bill and all sums due city must be paid. Copy of deed, PTAX, and signed sales contract required. All information must be received 3 days before city will issue a stamp.

Exempt Stamp Required?

Yes $30

Penalties for Non-compliance

Deed will not be recorded. Lien will be recorded. Fine up to $500.

Party Liable for Payment:

Seller

Effective Date:

01/01/2026

Pre-Transfer Inspection Required?

Sump pump inspection only

Notes:

The City of Elmhurst Real Estate Transfer Tax shall not apply to those transactions or transfers exempt from the tax imposed by the State of Illinois Real Estate Transfer Tax Law (35 ILCS 200/31-1 et seq.). To complete an application for an exempt or non-exempt transfer stamp, please complete an application on the City’s online portal account here. You may begin your application at any time; however, the City requires all information to be received three (3) business days before issuing the stamp. Arrangements must be made for a final meter reading by calling 630.530.3111 or 630.530.3110. To make arrangements for sump pump inspection, please call 630.530.3020. Read more RE single-family transactions.

Website:

www.elmhurst.org

Last Update:

03/17/2026

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