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Rent Equivalent Mortgage Calculator

Quick conversion: if you can afford $2,200/month rent, what home price gives you the same monthly cost?

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FAQ

Is it always cheaper to buy? +
No. Closing costs, repairs, and selling fees mean owning needs 3-5 year hold to beat renting. Shorter than that, rent often wins on flexibility.
Why not just calculate? +
This calc backs into the answer most people actually want: max home price at my current rent budget.