A:AnswerYes, the ipad is new. Although they do sell refurbished ones, as long as its certified by the geek squad, your good to go. But indeed the ipad mini I purchased for my son, was fresh out the box.
A:AnswerWith the cover, Apple Care & Sales Tax, it comes to about $525. If you want the Apple Pencil, that is extra. I don't think Apple includes the pencil with any of their iPads.