Rental Yield Calculator

Calculate gross and net rental yield, monthly net cashflow, and annual return for buy-to-let property investments.

Planning Estimate & Disclaimer

Yield estimates use your input numbers and assume steady annual rent collections adjusted for void weeks. Net yield calculations subtract letting management fees, insurance, maintenance, and void allowances. Income tax, capital growth, and refinancing costs are not included. Figures are for planning only.

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About Rental Yield Calculator

Rental Yield Calculator calculates gross yield, net yield, monthly cashflow, and operating expenses for residential buy-to-let properties.

How to use Rental Yield Calculator

  1. Enter estimated property purchase value and expected monthly rent.
  2. Enter monthly mortgage payment and letting management agent fee percentage.
  3. Enter annual building insurance, maintenance/ground rent estimates, and annual void weeks allowance.
  4. Click Calculate to view gross yield, net yield, and monthly net cashflow.

Examples

Property Price: £250,000, Monthly Rent: £1,200, Monthly Mortgage: £600, Agent Fee: 10%, Insurance: £300/yr, Maintenance: £1,000/yr, Void: 2 weeks Result: Gross Yield: 5.76%, Net Yield: 3.52%, Monthly Net Cashflow: £279.23.

FAQ

What is the difference between Gross Yield and Net Yield?

Gross Yield measures annual rental income as a percentage of property purchase price. Net Yield subtracts annual operating expenses (letting fees, maintenance, insurance, voids) before calculating the yield percentage.

What is a good rental yield in the UK?

A gross rental yield of 5% to 8% is typical in the UK, with yields above 7% generally considered strong for cashflow.