This ratio, calculated by dividing the average house price by the yearly rent, evaluates real estate valuation by indicating the number of years needed to recover the investment. Ideal values are up to 20, with lower numbers suggesting better investment opportunities. Note that this calculation excludes taxes and other purchase or rental costs.
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Last updated June, 2024
| Argentina |
22 yrs
|
| Chile |
21 yrs
|
| Brazil |
18 yrs
|
| Mexico |
18 yrs
|
| Peru |
17 yrs
|
| Panama |
16 yrs
|
| Uruguay |
15 yrs
|
| Dom. Rep. |
15 yrs
|
| Puerto Rico |
14 yrs
|
| Colombia |
14 yrs
|
| Costa Rica |
14 yrs
|
*n.a. means there is not enough data to show a valid result