Buying vs Renting a Flat in 2026: High Property Prices vs Index Fund Wealth Creation
We model the 20-year net worth comparison of buying a ₹1 Crore home with EMI vs Renting + investing the down payment and EMI difference in 12% CAGR equity SIPs.
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With property price rallies across major metropolitan areas, deciding whether to buy a house or rent and invest the difference requires evaluating rental yield vs capital growth returns.
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In cities where rental yields stay low (~2.5% to 3%), renting a home for ₹25,000/month while investing the upfront down payment and monthly EMI surplus into 12% CAGR equity funds frequently outperforms property price growth over a 20-year horizon.
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eCalcy Editorial Team · Financial Content Specialist
Last Reviewed: August 2026
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