Rent vs Buy in Largo, FL

Pinellas County · 2026 · Rate: 6.23%

Median Home Price
$310K
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Price/Rent Ratio
15.2x
Verdict
Buy Favored

Largo Rent vs Buy Calculator

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Your Scenario

Monthly Rent$1,700/mo
Home Purchase Price$310K
Down Payment20%
Years You Plan to Stay10 yrs
Annual Home Appreciation4%
Annual Rent Increase3%
Break-even Point
Year 5
After 10 years:
Buying saves +$162K
vs renting over same period
Yr 5
🏠 Buy
saves $15K
Yr 10
🏠 Buy
saves $162K

Buying cost includes P&I, taxes (~1%), insurance (~0.35%), and maintenance (~1%). Renting cost assumes 3% annual increase. Home appreciation at 4%/yr. Excludes closing costs and tax deductions.

FAQ

Rent vs buy questions for Largo

Is it better to rent or buy in Largo?

Largo's price-to-rent ratio is 15.2x. This is below 16, which generally favors buying — if you plan to stay 5+ years. At current rates of 6.23%, a $310,000 home with 20% down has a monthly P&I payment of approximately $1,524.

What are the ongoing costs of owning in Largo?

Beyond the mortgage, budget for property taxes (~0.9% per year ≈ $2,790/yr on a median home), homeowner's insurance (~$1,750/yr), and maintenance (~1% of home value annually). Total monthly cost of ownership is typically $25,265 vs. median rent of $1,700.