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The Rent Split Calculator By Room helps roommates fairly divide rent based on the size of each room. It calculates each person's share proportionally to their room's square footage relative to the total apartment/house size.
The calculator uses the proportional rent split formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates each person's fair share by determining what percentage of the total space their room occupies and applying that percentage to the total rent.
Details: Fair rent splitting prevents roommate conflicts by ensuring everyone pays proportionally for the space they occupy. Larger rooms with more amenities should reasonably cost more than smaller, basic rooms.
Tips: Enter room size in square feet, total apartment/house size in square feet, and the total monthly rent. All values must be valid positive numbers, and room size cannot exceed total size.
Q1: Should common areas be included in the calculation?
A: Yes, total size should include all shared spaces (living room, kitchen, bathrooms) since all roommates use these areas equally.
Q2: What if rooms have different amenities?
A: You may want to adjust the calculation for rooms with private bathrooms, better views, or other features that increase their value.
Q3: How should utilities be split?
A: Utilities are typically split equally among roommates since usage is more consistent regardless of room size.
Q4: What if room sizes are very similar?
A: When rooms are nearly identical in size and features, an equal split might be simpler and just as fair.
Q5: How to handle parking spaces or storage areas?
A: Additional amenities like parking or storage should be factored separately into the rent calculation if not equally shared.