What Is Pro Rata Rent?
Pro rata rent is a partial rent payment charged when a tenant occupies a property for only part of a month. This usually happens when moving in or out mid-month.
Instead of paying a full month’s rent, the tenant is charged only for the number of days they are responsible for the property.
How Is Pro Rata Rent Calculated?
Pro rata rent is calculated by determining a daily rent amount and multiplying it by the number of chargeable days.
- Actual days method: Monthly rent divided by the number of days in the month.
- 30-day method: Monthly rent divided by 30 for consistency.
Who Is This Calculator For?
- Landlords charging partial rent
- Tenants verifying rent accuracy
- Letting agents managing mid-month tenancy changes
- Property managers handling short-term lets
Frequently Asked Questions
Is pro rata rent legally required?
Pro rata rent is not always legally required, but it is widely considered fair practice and is often specified in tenancy agreements.
Should I use actual days or a 30-day month?
This depends on your lease terms. Always check your tenancy agreement before calculating rent.
Does this work for move-out dates?
Yes. Select “Move Out” and the calculator will automatically adjust the charge.