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Real Estate Cap Rate Calculator
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Terms & how it works
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Annual Net Operating Income
The “Annual Net Operating Income ($)” value used in this tool’s formula. Adjust it to see results update live.
Property Value
The “Property Value ($)” value used in this tool’s formula. Adjust it to see results update live.
- NOI
Net operating income
Income after operating expenses.
Instant affordability check
Cap rate expresses a property’s unlevered yield as NOI divided by value. Investors use it to compare deals across markets without factoring financing.
When to use this Real Estate Cap Rate
Common use cases
- Stress-test monthly payments at different down payments
- Compare renting versus buying over a multi-year hold
- Model rental cash flow before making an offer
Localized examples
- US metro mortgage payment examples
- Canadian property tax and closing-cost planning
What you get
- Update price, rate, and taxes for instant projections
- Side-by-side scenarios for common buyer decisions
- Free online tool with no sign-up wall
How to Calculate Real Estate Cap Rate
- 1Enter the property’s annual net operating income.
- 2Input the purchase price or current market value.
- 3Review the resulting capitalization rate percentage.
Governing formula
Cap rate = NOI / PropertyValue
Unlevered yield on an income property using net operating income.
Inputs: Annual Net Operating Income ($) = 28,000; Property Value ($) = 400,000.
Variable definitions
- NOI
Net operating income
Income after operating expenses.
- Value
Property value
Price or market value.
- Ignores financing—use cash-on-cash for levered views.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on market risk, property type, and growth expectations—higher caps often imply higher perceived risk.
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Daniel R.
Feb 28, 2026
Very usable on mobile. Would love a save/export option later, but the math feels solid.
Priya S.
Feb 3, 2026
The FAQ section answered my questions before I even had to search. Smooth dark mode too.
Marcus L.
Jan 19, 2026
Simple inputs, clear outputs. This replaced three bookmarks I used to juggle.
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