Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the total costs of renting versus buying a home over different time periods to make an informed financial decision.

Home Purchase

Home Price ($):

Down Payment (%):

Interest Rate (%):

Loan Term (Years):

Buying Closing Costs (%):

Property Tax (% per year):

Property Tax Increase (% per year):

Home Insurance ($ per year):

HOA Fee ($ per year):

Maintenance Cost (% per year):

Home Value Appreciation (% per year):

Cost/Insurance Increase (% per year):

Selling Closing Costs (%):

Monthly Rental Fee ($):

Rental Fee Increase (% per year):

Renter's Insurance ($ per month):

Security Deposit ($):

Upfront Cost ($):

Average Investment Return (%):

Marginal Federal Tax Rate (%):

Marginal State Tax Rate (%):

Tax Filing Status:

Enter your information and click Calculate to see the comparison.