Rental Yield Calculator

Calculate your property rental yield in Kenya with our free rental yield calculator. Compare Gross vs. Net yields, factor in management fees, and see if your investment meets the 2% rule.

Rental Yield Calculator

Analyze your Kenyan property investment ROI

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NET YIELD
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Annual Rental Income: KES 0
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How to Calculate Rental Yield Return?

Rental yield is expressed as a percentage of the property’s value. To calculate it, you need two primary figures: your total annual rent and the total purchase price.

The Formula:

How to calculate rental yield return

However, a “Senior Developer” approach requires looking at the Net Yield. This subtracts expenses like property management fees (usually 10% in Kenya), land rates, and maintenance costs from your income before dividing by the price.

What is a Good Rental Yield?

In the current Kenyan market, a “good” yield varies by location and property type:

  • Commercial Properties: Often see higher yields between 8% and 12%.
  • Residential Apartments: In Nairobi, these typically range from 5% to 8%.
  • Serviced Apartments: Can exceed 10% but come with much higher management costs.

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    Jozam Chahenza is a writer and developer at JO-TECH Cyber, specializing in step-by-step tutorials, tools, and web applications that equip Kenyans and global readers with practical digital skills and technical knowledge. He holds a Diploma in Information Technology from the East Africa Institute of Certified Studies (EAICS)