Buy vs. Rent
Is it worth buying in your city?

Pick a city and see the price-to-rent ratio, monthly ownership costs, income needed to qualify, and how many years until buying beats renting.

Which city are you considering?

Popular markets

Below 15× → Buy

Buying is clearly cheaper than renting long-term. Strong buyer's market.

15–20× → It depends

Run the break-even calculator. Depends on how long you stay.

Above 20× → Renting wins

Renting and investing the difference often beats buying in expensive cities.