Rent vs. Buy Calculator

Compare the costs of renting vs. buying a home to make an informed decision about your housing choice.

Home price

Down payment

Interest rate

Loan term

years

Buying closing costs

Property tax

Property tax increase

Home insurance

/year

HOA fee

/month

Maintenance cost

Home value appreciation

Cost/insurance increase

Selling closing costs

Monthly rental fee

Rental fee increase

Renter's insurance

/month

Security deposit

Upfront cost

Average investment return

Marginal federal tax rate

Marginal state tax rate

Tax filing status