Rent Calculator

Figuring out how much rent you can afford is easy with our rent calculator. According to the 30% rule, renters shouldn't spend more than one-third of their income on rent. While this rule isn't law, it's commonly used by property managers and landlords to evaluate renter applications.

How much rent can I afford?

Use our rent calculator to determine how much to spend on rent and find apartments in your desired neighborhood that don't exceed 30% of your income.

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