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Vacation Rental ROI Calculator: Compare Three Properties

Use this calculator to estimate the one-year return on investment (ROI) for up to three vacation rental properties. For each property, enter your cash invested, annual net cash flow (after mortgage and expenses), and an expected appreciation rate. ROI is calculated as: (Annual Net Cash Flow + Appreciation Gain) ÷ Total Cash Invested.

Property A






After mortgage, operating expenses, and management – before income taxes.
For example, enter 3 for 3% per year.

Property B






After mortgage, operating expenses, and management – before income taxes.
For example, enter 3 for 3% per year.

Property C






After mortgage, operating expenses, and management – before income taxes.
For example, enter 3 for 3% per year.

📊 Compare Vacation Rentals with Confidence

This Vacation Rental ROI Calculator allows you to compare up to three properties side by side using key investment metrics such as cash-on-cash return, Net Operating Income (NOI), appreciation assumptions, and overall return on investment (ROI). Side-by-side analysis makes it easier to identify which property best fits your financial goals and risk tolerance.

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Want to review real vacation rentals before comparing ROI? Visit ChristiesGulfBeachRentals.com to browse active vacation rentals and see real-world pricing and rental patterns you can model in this calculator.

When you’re ready to explore purchasing a vacation rental, visit our Real Estate & Homeownership Hub or go directly to GulfCoastalRealtors.com to view available properties and work with experienced Gulf Coast real estate professionals.

Tip: Use NOI to confirm a property’s operating strength, then compare cash-on-cash return and total ROI across multiple properties to identify the best overall investment — not just the highest income.