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What is a Rental Yield Calculator

Rental yield gives investors an idea of how much income they can expect a property can generate annually. With our rental yield calculator (also known as an investment property calculator or a real estate investment calculator), you can get a rough idea of your property’s gross and net rental performance in a snap. Simply enter the price of the property, rent, vacancy rate and annual expenses to compare multiple properties or make informed decisions with hard numbers instead of guesstimates.

Use Our Simple Tool to Determine Rental Yield Accurately

Property Price $

Estimated Weekly Rent $

Less Yearly Rates $

Less Yearly Insurance $

Maintenance / Property Management / Body Corporate Fees $

Annual Rental Income $

Net Rental Yield %

*We don't claim the accuracy of the calculators, these are the approximate numbers and please do your due diligence before making any decisions.

How to Use This Rental Yield Calculator

Follow these steps to calculate your gross and net rental yield using the fields in this form:

Enter the Property Price

Add the total purchase price of the investment property. This forms the base value used to calculate both gross and net yield.

Enter the Estimated Weekly Rent

Type in the weekly rental income you expect the property to generate. The calculator will convert this into an annual figure automatically.

Enter Yearly Rates

Add your annual council rates. These vary by council but are a required cost for accurate net yield results. For Victoria, this was 1.8% for October 2025.

Enter Yearly Insurance Costs

Include landlord insurance or any building insurance you expect to pay for the year. For Victoria, you may assume it to be 1% of the property value per year of property ownership.

Enter Maintenance / Property Management / Body Corporate Fees

Enter your estimated annual combined expenses, including repairs, management fees and body corporate costs (if applicable).

Click "Calculate"

The calculator will instantly show your Gross Rental Yield and Net Rental Yield based on the information you entered.

What Is Gross Rental Yield?

Gross rental yield measures the total annual rent a property generates before subtracting any expenses. It is calculated by dividing the yearly rent by the property price, giving investors a quick way to compare properties using a standard benchmark. This helps you understand general earning potential and shortlist properties worth deeper consideration. While it doesn’t reflect actual cash flow, it is a simple starting point for early-stage rental property investment decisions.

What Is Net Rental Yield?

Net rental yield provides a clearer picture of a property’s true performance by including annual expenses such as insurance, council rates, maintenance, management fees and vacancy loss. This calculation gives investors deeper insight into long-term cash flow rather than just headline income. By using the property yield calculator to review net yield results, you can assess whether a property is financially sustainable and whether it contributes positively to your overall investment strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate rental yield?

You can calculate rental yield by entering your figures into our rental yield calculator, which provides both gross and net yield instantly.

What is a rental yield calculator used for?

A rental property calculator helps you understand expected returns and compare investment properties before you purchase.

Is the rental yield calculator accurate?

Yes. Accuracy depends on entering realistic rent, vacancy and expense estimates. The formulas used are industry standard.

Can I use this investment property calculator for any suburb?

Yes. Whether you’re comparing Melbourne, Brisbane or regional areas, the yield calculator works for all residential markets.

What information do I need before using the rental calculator?

You will need:

Property price
Rent (weekly or monthly)
Vacancy rate
Annual expenses

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