This ratio, calculated by dividing average house price by yearly rent, evaluates real estate valuation, indicating years needed to recover investment. Ideal values are up to 20, with lower numbers suggesting better investment opportunities. Note, this excludes taxes and other purchase or rental costs.

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Taiwan 46 yrs
Hong Kong 30 yrs
Vietnam 25 yrs
Japan 23 yrs
India 22 yrs
Singapore 22 yrs
Malaysia 19 yrs
Philippines 19 yrs
Indonesia 18 yrs
Thailand 17 yrs
Georgia 13 yrs
*n.a. means there is not enough data to show a valid result