The Rent Report

Renter tools & calculators

Free, no-signup tools for every step of renting.

Calculators, planners, and checklists built by The Rent Report editors. Your inputs save to your browser — nothing is uploaded, no account required.

Affordability

2 tools

Rent affordability calculator
See how much rent you can realistically afford based on your income, debts, and the city you're moving to.
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Renter budget planner
Build a full monthly budget for life in your next apartment — rent, utilities, insurance, and everything in between.
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Planning

1 tool

Apartment move-in checklist
Everything to do 60 days out, the week of, on move-in day, and during your first week — in one interactive checklist.
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Comparison

1 tool

Apartment comparison tool
Compare up to four apartments side by side and see the true monthly cost — not just the listed rent.
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Reference

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Renter FAQs
Straight answers to the questions every renter asks at least once — written by editors who've read thousands of verified reviews.
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