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Rental Property ROI Calculator

Calculate your real estate investment returns including Cap Rate, Cash-on-Cash Return, and total ROI.

Cap Rate

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Monthly Cash Flow

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Cash-on-Cash Return

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30-Year Equity Growth Projection

Investment Milestone Projection

Projected property value, home equity, and cumulative cash flow over the loan term.

TimelineProp. ValueHome EquityCumul. Cash FlowTotal ROI
1 Year 0 $500,000 $100,000 $0 0.0%
2 Year 5 $579,637 $205,193 $-23,646 81.5%
3 Year 10 $671,958 $332,854 $-25,175 207.7%
4 Year 15 $778,984 $488,747 $-882 387.9%
5 Year 20 $903,056 $680,394 $53,542 633.9%
6 Year 25 $1,046,889 $917,672 $143,115 960.8%
7 Year 30 $1,213,631 $1,213,631 $273,676 1387.3%
* Estimates based on fixed annual returns and monthly contributions.

Is Your Investment Working For You?

Real estate is a powerful wealth builder, but only if the numbers make sense. A "good deal" isn't based on feelings—it's based on cash flow and equity growth.

📊 Key Metrics Explained

1. Cap Rate (Capitalization Rate): The annual return assuming you paid all cash. * *Formula*: Net Operating Income / Purchase Price. 2. Cash-on-Cash Return: The return on the actual cash you invested (down payment + closing costs). This maps more closely to your real-world bank account. 3. Net Operating Income (NOI): Your total rent minus all expenses (excluding mortgage). This shows the property's raw earning power.

The 1% Rule

Many investors use the 1% Rule as a quick filter: The monthly rent should be at least 1% of the purchase price. In today's market, this is harder to find, making detailed ROI calculation even more critical.

Hidden Expenses to Track

* Vacancy: Assume 5-8% of rent is lost to turnover. * Repairs/Maintenance: Set aside 1% of property value per year. * Property Management: Typically 8-10% of gross rent. * Insurance & Taxes: These often increase 3-5% annually.

Results Rental Property ROI Calculator

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Example Scenarios

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RealEstate_Ryan

Essential for investors. The Cap Rate and CoC breakdown is perfect for running quick numbers on potential deals.

Landlord_Tips

The hidden expenses section is a great reminder. Most beginners forget to factor in vacancy and maintenance.