Rent vs Buy: Price-to-Rent Ratio
Compare a home price with annual rent and calculate flat-rent spending. This limited comparison does not model mortgage costs, taxes or investment returns.
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Price-to-Rent Ratio
13.33
Rent Total (No Annual Increase)
$300,000.00
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When to Use This Calculator
- •Comparing a purchase price with annual rent for a similar property
- •Estimating flat rent over a selected period before building a full cost comparison
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About Rent vs Buy: Price-to-Rent Ratio
Use this ratio to compare the price of a home with the annual rent of a comparable property. It is a screening calculation, not a recommendation to buy or rent. The rent total assumes the monthly rent never changes.
The Math Behind It
Formula Reference
Price-to-Rent Ratio
Home price / (monthly rent × 12)
Variables: Use comparable properties and the same currency.
Worked Examples
Example 1: Compare a $400,000 home with $2,500 rent
Monthly rent stays unchanged for 10 years.
A 13.33 ratio and $300,000 rent total; neither figure establishes the cheaper housing choice.
Common Mistakes & Tips
- !Comparing dissimilar properties.
- !Treating rent spending as a full net-wealth comparison.
- !Assuming a ratio proves buying is preferable.
Related Concepts
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this include mortgage interest and taxes?
No. It calculates only the price-to-rent ratio and a flat-rent total. Enter those missing costs in a separate, complete budget before deciding.
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