Calculating Rental Yield: What Can You Earn with Holiday Rentals?
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Calculating Rental Yield: What Can You Earn with Holiday Rentals?

Aaron Aaron

The Basic Calculation

Gross rental yield = (Annual rental income / Purchase price) x 100

Example: Apartment in Calpe

  • Purchase price: €250,000
  • Weekly rate high season: €1,200
  • Weekly rate low season: €600
  • Estimated occupancy: 25 weeks/year

Income

  • 15 weeks high season: €18,000
  • 10 weeks low season: €6,000
  • Total: €24,000 gross

Costs

  • Management (20%): €4,800
  • Cleaning: €2,500
  • Maintenance: €1,500
  • Insurance: €500
  • Taxes: €2,000
  • Total: €11,300

Net Yield

  • Net income: €12,700
  • Yield: 5.1%

Tips for Higher Yield

  • Invest in good photos
  • Get 5-star reviews
  • Offer extras (bikes, baby package)
  • Consider longer rentals in low season
Aaron

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Aaron

Founder & Real Estate Agent

Aaron has over 10 years of experience in the Costa Blanca real estate market, helping buyers find their dream home.