Property & Housing

Rental yield calculator

The calculator shows you how the purchase price, rent, additional costs and ongoing costs interact.

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 Calculator, calculation path and examples on one page

Calculator

Purchase price

Additional purchasing costs (%)

Basic rent per month

Non-allocable costs per year

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Examples

300,000 euros, 1,100 euros basic rent.

Net rental yield: 3.45%

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Higher rent, higher costs.

Net rental yield: 4.73%

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More ongoing costs reduce the net return.

Net rental yield: 2.60%

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FAQ

What is the difference between gross and net returns?

The gross return only works with the purchase price and rent, the net return takes additional costs into account.

What costs should I realistically estimate?

Administration, non-allocable operating costs, reserves and minor maintenance are typical.

What does the purchase price factor mean?

It shows how many annual rents are mathematically included in the purchase price.

Is a high return always good?

Not automatically. Condition, location, rental risk and financing are just as important.

Can I also use the calculator for condominiums?

Yes, this is where the net return is often more meaningful than the gross return.

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Sources and notes

Formulas: Gross return = annual rent / purchase price; Net return = (annual rent - costs) / total investment.