Rent vs Buy Calculator
Compare the financial impact of renting versus buying a home.
Property Details
Rent Details
Other Inputs
If renting, down payment is invested
Recommendation
Renting is Better
By ₹50.49 L over 10 years
Renting
Monthly Rent (Year 1)₹25,000
Total Rent Paid₹37.73 L
Investment Value₹1.14 Cr
Net Position₹76.15 L
Buying
Monthly EMI₹55,541
Property Value₹1.30 Cr
Loan Balance₹32.00 L
Net Equity₹98.31 L
Monthly Cost Comparison (Year 1)
Renting
₹25,000/mo
Buying (EMI + Maintenance)
₹60,541/mo
Year-wise Comparison
| Year | Rent Cost | Buy Cost | Property Value | Net Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹3.00 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹84.00 L | ₹23.20 L |
| 2 | ₹3.15 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹88.20 L | ₹30.60 L |
| 3 | ₹3.31 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹92.61 L | ₹38.21 L |
| 4 | ₹3.47 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹97.24 L | ₹46.04 L |
| 5 | ₹3.65 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.02 Cr | ₹54.10 L |
| 6 | ₹3.83 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.07 Cr | ₹62.41 L |
| 7 | ₹4.02 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.13 Cr | ₹70.97 L |
| 8 | ₹4.22 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.18 Cr | ₹79.80 L |
| 9 | ₹4.43 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.24 Cr | ₹88.91 L |
| 10 | ₹4.65 L | ₹7.26 L | ₹1.30 Cr | ₹98.31 L |
Key Considerations
Benefits of Buying
- Build equity over time
- Tax benefits on loan interest
- Hedge against inflation
- Freedom to modify property
Benefits of Renting
- Flexibility to relocate
- No maintenance burden
- Lower upfront cost
- Invest savings in other assets
Factors to Consider
- Job stability & location
- Market conditions
- Your financial goals
- Lifestyle preferences