Rental Yield Calculator

Enter your property details below to calculate gross and net yield

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Typical SA vacancy: 5–10%
Typical SA agent: 8–10%
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* This calculator provides estimates only. Bond repayments, income tax on rental income, and capital growth are not included. Consult a financial advisor for full investment analysis.

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What is Rental Yield?

Rental yield is the annual return you earn on an investment property expressed as a percentage of the property's purchase price. There are two types: gross yield (before costs) and net yield (after all holding costs).

Gross Yield = (Annual Rental Income ÷ Purchase Price) × 100

Net Yield = (Annual Net Income ÷ Purchase Price) × 100

What Is a Good Rental Yield in South Africa?

As a benchmark: below 6% gross is considered weak, 6–8% is acceptable, and above 8% gross is strong for South African residential property. Net yield of 4–6% after all costs is typical for well-located residential buy-to-let investments.