Rental Property Calculator

Evaluate cash flow, cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and long-term appreciation for an income property. Enter purchase price, down payment, rent, expenses...

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Introduction

Evaluate cash flow, cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and long-term appreciation for an income property. Enter purchase price, down payment, rent, expenses, vacancy, and financing to see whether the deal meets your targets.

Rental Property Analysis

Evaluate cash flow, cap rate, cash-on-cash return, and long-term appreciation for an income property. Enter purchase price, down payment, rent, expenses, vacancy, and financing to see whether the deal meets your targets.

Cash Flow vs Appreciation

Some investors prioritize monthly positive cash flow; others accept break-even operations for appreciation in hot markets. Model conservative vacancy and maintenance to avoid optimistic projections.

Operating Expenses

Include property management, repairs, insurance, taxes, HOA, and utilities you cover. A common rule of thumb reserves 1% of property value annually for maintenance, but age and condition matter more.

Financing Impact

Leverage amplifies returns and risk. Higher down payment improves cash flow but reduces cash-on-cash denominator. Stress-test higher rates with the Mortgage Calculator.

How It Works

  1. Enter your amounts, rates, and term in the form. Use the same units shown in the labels (dollars, years, percent).
  2. Click Calculate to run the Rental Property Calculator engine. Invalid or empty required fields show a clear error message.
  3. Review the summary cards for the key outputs. Expand schedules or tables when available for period-by-period detail.
  4. Copy, print, or share your scenario link. Reset the form anytime to start a fresh comparison.

Formula

Monthly payment (amortizing loan): M = P * [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n - 1], where P is principal, r is monthly rate (APR/12), and n is number of months.

FAQ

Yes. CDCalculator.io provides the Rental Property Calculator at no charge for personal and educational use. Results are estimates and not financial advice.

The tool uses standard formulas lenders and planners use in spreadsheets. Your bank may round differently or include fees not modeled here.

Use the Copy Results and Print buttons on the calculator panel after you run a scenario. You can also share the page link with colleagues.

Focus on realistic rates, terms, and any extra payments or contributions. Small changes in APR or time horizon often move outcomes more than rounding.

No. Use this calculator to explore scenarios, then consult a qualified advisor or lender for decisions about mortgage & real estate products.