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Rental Yield Calculator.
Calculate gross and net rental yield, cash flow, and ROI for property investments
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FAQs
What is a good rental yield?
A gross rental yield of 5-8% is generally considered good, though this varies by location and property type.
What is the difference between gross and net yield?
Gross yield uses total rent income, while net yield subtracts expenses like maintenance, insurance, and vacancy costs.
How to Use the Rental Yield Calculator
Measure the annual return a rental property generates relative to its price.
- Enter the property price (or current value).
- Enter the monthly rent.
- Enter annual expenses for net yield.
- See gross and net rental yield.
Rental Yield Formulas
Gross Yield
Income before costs as a percentage of price.
Example:
Input: $1,500/mo on a $300,000 home
Calculation: (18,000 / 300,000) × 100
Result: 6.0%
Net Yield
After maintenance, tax, insurance, and management fees.
Example:
Input: $18,000 rent − $4,000 costs on $300k
Calculation: (14,000 / 300,000) × 100
Result: 4.67%
Real-World Use Cases
Property Comparison
Rank investment properties by return.
Rent Setting
Find the rent needed to hit a target yield.
Tips & Common Mistakes
Tips
- Net yield is more realistic than gross — always include costs.
- Compare yield against mortgage rates and other investments.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Ignoring vacancy periods and maintenance.
- Using purchase price forever instead of current value.
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Use Cases
Optimize your rental pricing strategy
Adjust the monthly rent and vacancy rate to see how changes affect your net yield and cash flow. This helps in setting competitive rent while maintaining profitability.
Example: Increase monthly rent by $100 and see the impact on net yield and payback period.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between gross and net rental yield?
- Gross rental yield is the annual rental income divided by the property price, expressed as a percentage. Net rental yield subtracts annual expenses (including property tax, vacancy, and management fees) from the rental income before dividing by the property price. Net yield gives a more accurate return on investment.
- How is monthly cash flow calculated?
- Monthly cash flow is the net annual rental income (after deducting all expenses and vacancy) divided by 12. It represents the amount of money you expect to receive each month from the property after covering costs.
- What does the payback period mean?
- The payback period is the number of years it will take to recover your initial property investment from the net annual rental income. It is calculated by dividing the property price by the net annual income. A shorter payback period indicates a quicker return on investment.
Tips & Common Mistakes
Tips
- Include all annual expenses such as maintenance, insurance, and property management fees to get an accurate net yield.
- Consider a realistic vacancy rate based on your local market to avoid overestimating rental income.
- Use the payback period as a quick comparison metric, but also consider long-term appreciation and tax benefits.
- Re-calculate periodically as property taxes, rents, and expenses change over time.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting to include property tax and management fees in annual expenses, leading to an inflated net yield.
- Using a vacancy rate of 0% when in reality there are periods without tenants, which overstates cash flow.
- Confusing gross yield with net yield when comparing properties, as gross yield ignores costs.
Last updated: August 13, 2026