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Depreciation Calculator

Compute annual straight line depreciation on a residential rental.

Tax

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Annual Depreciation
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Building Basis
How it works
1

Subtract land value from purchase price

2

Divide the building basis by 27.5 (residential straight line)

3

That is your annual depreciation deduction on Schedule E

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Frequently asked questions
How do I know the land percentage?
Check your county assessor's land versus improvement split as a starting point.