Free planning tool

Rent Comfort Calculator

Estimate what rent feels healthy before you apply. Use this as a planning guide — not financial advice — to understand how a rental fits your monthly picture.

Monthly income

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Housing costs

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Savings goal

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Manageable stretch

34%

of income goes to housing

You can make it work, but there's less breathing room. Consider whether your savings goal leaves enough cushion for unexpected costs.

Monthly breakdown

Monthly income$6,000
Total housing cost$2,040
Savings goal$500
Left over$3,460

How to read your score

Comfortable≤ 30% of income on housing
Manageable stretch31 – 40% of income on housing
Risk zone> 40% of income on housing

These are planning guidelines, not financial advice. Actual affordability depends on your full financial picture.

Ready to build your rental application?

A healthier rent-to-income balance can make the rest of your application feel more sustainable. Build your pack and generate a clean, agency-ready PDF.