Rent vs. Buy Calculator

Compare the long-term costs of renting versus buying a home to make an informed decision.

Shared Assumptions

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Monthly Mortgage$2,023
Total Monthly Cost$2,923
Total Ownership Cost$1,132,142
Home Equity$650,905
Net Cost of Buying$481,237

Rent

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Total Rent Paid$1,141,810
Investment Value$1,139,938
Net Cost of Renting$1,872

Recommendation

Better OptionRent
Savings$479,365