Rental Yield Calculator

See the gross and net rental yield on a property — the annual rent you earn as a percentage of the price. Useful for comparing investment options in Chennai.

Gross yield ignores expenses; net yield subtracts your yearly costs. Rental yield doesn't include property price appreciation — that's a separate gain.

Gross rental yield

3.75%

Annual rent₹3,00,000
Net rental income (after expenses)₹2,80,000
Net rental yield3.50%

Indicative. Actual returns depend on vacancy, rent revisions, taxes and maintenance. For context, residential rental yields in Chennai typically run ~2–4% gross; commercial is usually higher.

Frequently asked questions

What is rental yield?

Rental yield is the annual rent you earn as a percentage of the property price. Gross yield = (monthly rent × 12) ÷ property price × 100. Net yield subtracts yearly expenses like maintenance and tax.

What is a good rental yield in Chennai?

Residential rental yields in Chennai typically run about 2–4% gross. Commercial properties usually yield more. Rental yield is separate from any gain in the property's value over time.

How is net rental yield calculated?

Net rental yield = (annual rent − annual expenses) ÷ property price × 100. Expenses include maintenance, property tax, insurance and repairs.