Rent vs Buy Calculator

Compare the financial impact of renting vs buying

Buying is Better!

Over 10 years, you'd save $117,819.79

Break-even point

Year 1

Buying

Home Price$400,000
Down Payment$80,000
Interest Rate6.5%
Home Appreciation3%

Renting

Monthly Rent$2,000
Annual Rent Increase3%
Time Period10 years

Net Worth Comparison

Monthly Costs

Buying (Month 1)

$2,755.95

Renting (Month 1)

$2,000

After 10 Years

Home Equity$266,282.95
Total Buy Costs$423,596.26
Total Rent Paid$275,133.1

💡 Consider Also

  • • Flexibility of renting
  • • Tax benefits of owning
  • • Transaction costs (6% when selling)