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Rental Property ROI Calculator

Calculate your total return on investment including cash flow, appreciation, loan paydown, and tax benefits. Get the complete picture of your rental property investment.

Rental Property ROI Calculator

Complete Investment Analysis

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Total Year 1 ROI
18.4%
$20,257.445 return on $110,000 invested

Year 1 ROI Breakdown

Cash Flow$-1,210.122
Appreciation$16,000
Loan Paydown$2,765.503
Tax Benefits$2,702.064
Cash-on-Cash Return
-1.10%
$-100.844 monthly cash flow

Investment Summary

Down Payment$100,000
Closing + Rehab$10,000
Total Cash Invested$110,000

The 4 Components of Rental Property ROI

Cash Flow

Monthly rental income minus all expenses and mortgage payments. The money in your pocket each month.

Appreciation

The increase in property value over time. Historically averages 3-5% annually in most markets.

Loan Paydown

Each mortgage payment builds equity as tenants pay down your loan principal.

Tax Benefits

Depreciation, mortgage interest, and expense deductions reduce your taxable income.

Why Total ROI Matters More Than Cash Flow

Many investors focus solely on cash flow, but that's only part of the picture. A property with modest cash flow can still deliver exceptional returns when you factor in appreciation, equity buildup, and tax benefits.

Understanding total ROI helps you compare different investment strategies and make better decisions about where to allocate your capital.

Example: $100,000 Investment

Cash Flow (Year 1)$3,600 (3.6%)
Appreciation (4%)$16,000
Loan Paydown$4,800
Tax Savings$2,400
Total ROI$26,800 (26.8%)
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