How to calculate monthly rent

Learn more about how to calculate your monthly rent payments from a weekly rental rate and explain where your first month’s rent goes.

Step 1: Why isn’t rent always calculated by four weeks?

More often than not, rent is advertised at a weekly rate. The mistake many renters make is to assume there are exactly four weeks in every month. However, because not all months have an equal number of days, calculating your monthly rent is a bit more complex than multiplying your weekly rent by four.

Step 2: How to calculate monthly rent from a weekly rate

Let’s walk through the simple formula to convert weekly rent into monthly rent.

• Step 1: Take your weekly rent and divide it by 7 to get your daily rent
• Step 2: Multiply your daily rent by 365 to get the yearly rent amount
• Step 3: Divide the yearly rent by 12 to calculate your monthly rent

For example, if your weekly rent is $500, here’s how you calculate your monthly rent:

• Step 1: $500 ÷ 7 = $71.42 (this is your daily rent)
• Step 2: $71.42 x 365 = $26,071.42 (this is your yearly rent)
• Step 3: $26,071.42 ÷ 12 = $2,172.61 (this is your monthly rent)

So, if your weekly rent is $500, your monthly rent will be $2,172.61.

Step 3: Where does my first month’s rent go?

Now that you know how to calculate your monthly rent, let’s talk about where your first month’s rent goes. When you move into a rental property, you’ll typically be asked to pay your first month’s rent in advance. This payment covers your first month living in the property and is separate from your bond, which is held as security.

Your landlord will use this first payment to cover your rent for the upcoming month, so it’s important to know that the rent you pay upfront is for the next month of tenancy, not a deposit or extra payment.

Step 4: Understanding rent payment cycles

Rent payment cycles can vary, but most but most commonly rents are paid weekly, fortnightly or on.a monthly basis. Be sure to check your rental agreement for the exact due dates and amount to be paid each month.

We hope this guide has cleared up how to calculate your monthly rent and where your first month’s payment goes. By understanding these simple calculations, you can budget more effectively and avoid any surprises!