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Rent vs Sell Calculator

Compare the financial outcome of keeping your rental property versus selling and reinvesting the proceeds. See a five-year side-by-side projection.

Property details

If you rent

Taxes, insurance, maintenance, management

If you sell

Agent commissions, closing, etc.

Annual return if proceeds are reinvested

5-year comparison

Rent

Net monthly$600
Annual income$7,200
5-year total$36,000

Sell

Net proceeds$61,000
5-yr growth$24,556
5-yr total$85,556

Analysis

Based on these numbers, renting appears to generate more income over five years than selling and reinvesting the proceeds.

This calculator provides simplified estimates. It does not account for property appreciation, mortgage paydown, tax implications, or capital gains. Consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Need help deciding?

Our team can walk you through the numbers for your specific property and help you make a confident decision.