Extra rental costs
Deposits, parking, pet fees, moving costs and local rent rules are not included. Use the inputs for recurring monthly costs only.
Example
If rent is 1,800 per month, utilities are 180 and renters insurance is 20, the first-year recurring cost is 24,000 before any annual rent increase.
How to use the estimate
Use the result to compare rental scenarios over time, especially when one option has lower starting rent but faster increases.
Limitations
The calculator does not handle deposits, broker fees, tax effects, rent controls, lease breaks, one-time moving costs or changes in utility prices.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-17