FOR PARENTS
Can Roommates Help With the Cost?
See how roommate income can reduce your housing costs and make buying more affordable.
University of Texas at Dallas · Richardson, TX
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Advanced ownership assumptions
Estimated Monthly Breakdown
Total monthly ownership cost$3,347
Roommate contribution (3 × $703)−$2,109
Estimated family housing cost $1,238That’s 63% lower than paying it all yourself.
Still unknown: property taxes, HOA / association cost. They are not represented as confirmed $0 costs.
4 Bed / 3 Bath