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Rental Yield Calculator

Work out the gross and net rental yield of a buy-to-let or investment property.

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  • Gross and net yield

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Stamp duty / transfer tax, legal fees, repairs

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Management, insurance, maintenance, service charges

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Net rental yield

4.40%

$13,632.00 a year after costs

Gross yield
6.40%
Yearly rent ÷ price
Rent collected
$18,432.00
per year, after 4% vacancy

Calculation

Net yield = (rent collected − running costs) ÷ (price + buying costs) × 100

Before mortgage interest and tax. Gross yields of 5–8% are often quoted as reasonable, but it varies a lot by city.

Last reviewed by the OnlineToolPro team

What is the Rental Yield Calculator?

Shows how much a rental property earns compared with what it costs to buy. Gross yield uses the rent alone; net yield subtracts running costs and time empty, and includes buying costs like stamp duty.

How it works

How to use the Rental Yield Calculator

3 simple steps. No experience needed.

What can you use it for?

  • Compare investment properties.
  • Check whether a rent covers your costs.
  • See how vacancies change your return.

Before mortgage and tax

Yield measures the property itself, so mortgage interest and income tax aren't included. Use the loan and ROI calculators to see the return on your own money.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is a good rental yield?

Gross yields of about 5–8% are often considered reasonable, but it depends heavily on the city and how much the property is expected to grow in value.

Gross vs net yield?

Gross is yearly rent ÷ price. Net takes off running costs and empty periods and adds buying costs to the price — it's the more realistic number.

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