This ratio, calculated by dividing average house price by yearly rent, evaluates real estate valuation, indicating years needed to recover investment. Ideal values are up to 20, with lower numbers suggesting better investment opportunities. Note, this excludes taxes and other purchase or rental costs.

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Taiwan 49 yrs
Japan 38 yrs
Hong Kong 32 yrs
Vietnam 25 yrs
India 23 yrs
Singapore 21 yrs
Thailand 19 yrs
Malaysia 19 yrs
Philippines 19 yrs
Indonesia 14 yrs
Georgia 9 yrs
*n.a. means there is not enough data to show a valid result