affordit

Affordability calculators for life in Canada. Get clear estimates for renting, buying a home, and saving, and see what's within reach.

affordit shown in a browser, with rent, home price, and savings estimates

The idea

See what life in Canada could look like

Whether you live in Canada or are planning a move, affordit helps you take your next step with confidence. Explore what rent or a mortgage would cost, compare the two side by side, see how long it takes to save a down payment, and check typical living costs.

Every estimate follows the rules Canadian lenders use and links to the official sources behind it, so you can plan with numbers you trust.

Website
affordit.ca
Pricing
Free
Platform
Web app built with Next.js
Launched
September 2026

Features

Plan your next chapter

Whatever comes next, affordit gives you the numbers to plan it.

  • Rent that fits

    See a monthly rent budget based on your income, and compare typical rents in Canada's largest cities.

  • A simple mortgage calculator

    Set the home price, down payment, rate, and amortization to see your monthly payment and how the mortgage is paid off over time.

  • Rent or buy, side by side

    Compare the monthly cost of renting and owning, the cash you need up front, and what you could save along the way.

  • Savings within your reach

    Choose a monthly amount or a share of your income, and see how your savings could grow with interest, whether you're building a cushion or saving for a home.

  • The full monthly picture

    Add typical living costs to your housing and see what's left each month.

  • Estimates you can trust

    Every figure follows Canadian lending rules and links to official sources, with a methodology page that explains the math.

Behind the project

Designed and built by Aster Lab

With affordit, we set out to make money decisions feel approachable: clear numbers, plain-language explanations, and an interface that works on any device. We'd love to bring the same care to your product, whether you're starting with a new idea or improving what you already have.

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