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max-width: 800px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 20px;
color: #333;
line-height: 1.6;
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.calc-wrapper {
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border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 30px;
margin-bottom: 40px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
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margin-top: 0;
text-align: center;
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margin-bottom: 25px;
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.input-grid {
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gap: 20px;
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.input-grid {
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font-weight: 600;
font-size: 0.9rem;
color: #555;
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width: 100%;
padding: 10px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 1rem;
box-sizing: border-box; /* Important for padding */
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border-color: #3498db;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 5px rgba(52,152,219,0.3);
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.calc-btn {
display: block;
width: 100%;
padding: 12px;
background-color: #2c3e50;
color: white;
border: none;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 1.1rem;
font-weight: bold;
cursor: pointer;
margin-top: 20px;
transition: background-color 0.2s;
}
.calc-btn:hover {
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.results-box {
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background: #fff;
border: 1px solid #ddd;
border-radius: 4px;
padding: 20px;
display: none; /* Hidden by default */
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justify-content: space-between;
align-items: center;
padding: 10px 0;
border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;
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border-bottom: none;
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.result-label {
font-weight: 500;
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font-weight: 700;
font-size: 1.1rem;
color: #2c3e50;
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.highlight-result {
background-color: #e8f6f3;
padding: 15px;
border-radius: 4px;
margin-top: 10px;
border: 1px solid #d1f2eb;
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color: #27ae60;
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color: #2c3e50;
border-bottom: 2px solid #eee;
padding-bottom: 10px;
margin-top: 40px;
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color: #34495e;
margin-top: 30px;
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.content-section p, .content-section li {
font-size: 1.05rem;
color: #444;
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.content-section ul {
padding-left: 20px;
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.example-box {
background-color: #f0f7fb;
border-left: 4px solid #3498db;
padding: 15px 20px;
margin: 20px 0;
}
function calculateRealEstateCapRate() {
// Get Input Values
var propValue = parseFloat(document.getElementById('propertyValue').value);
var monthlyRent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('monthlyRent').value);
var vacancyRate = parseFloat(document.getElementById('vacancyRate').value);
var annualTax = parseFloat(document.getElementById('annualTax').value);
var annualInsurance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('annualInsurance').value);
var annualMaintenance = parseFloat(document.getElementById('annualMaintenance').value);
var mgmtFeePercent = parseFloat(document.getElementById('mgmtFee').value);
var otherExpenses = parseFloat(document.getElementById('otherExpenses').value);
// Validation handles
if (isNaN(propValue)) propValue = 0;
if (isNaN(monthlyRent)) monthlyRent = 0;
if (isNaN(vacancyRate)) vacancyRate = 0;
if (isNaN(annualTax)) annualTax = 0;
if (isNaN(annualInsurance)) annualInsurance = 0;
if (isNaN(annualMaintenance)) annualMaintenance = 0;
if (isNaN(mgmtFeePercent)) mgmtFeePercent = 0;
if (isNaN(otherExpenses)) otherExpenses = 0;
if (propValue <= 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid Property Purchase Price.");
return;
}
// Calculation Logic
// 1. Gross Potential Income (Annual)
var grossPotentialIncome = monthlyRent * 12;
// 2. Vacancy Loss
var vacancyLoss = grossPotentialIncome * (vacancyRate / 100);
// 3. Effective Gross Income
var effectiveGrossIncome = grossPotentialIncome – vacancyLoss;
// 4. Management Fee (Calculated on collected income usually)
var mgmtAmount = effectiveGrossIncome * (mgmtFeePercent / 100);
// 5. Total Operating Expenses
var totalExpenses = annualTax + annualInsurance + annualMaintenance + mgmtAmount + otherExpenses;
// 6. Net Operating Income (NOI)
var noi = effectiveGrossIncome – totalExpenses;
// 7. Cap Rate Formula: (NOI / Property Value) * 100
var capRate = (noi / propValue) * 100;
// Display Results
var formatter = new Intl.NumberFormat('en-US', {
style: 'currency',
currency: 'USD',
minimumFractionDigits: 0,
maximumFractionDigits: 0,
});
document.getElementById('displayGrossIncome').innerHTML = formatter.format(effectiveGrossIncome);
document.getElementById('displayExpenses').innerHTML = formatter.format(totalExpenses);
document.getElementById('displayNOI').innerHTML = formatter.format(noi);
// Format Cap Rate to 2 decimal places
document.getElementById('displayCapRate').innerHTML = capRate.toFixed(2) + "%";
// Show results div
document.getElementById('resultsArea').style.display = "block";
}
Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) Calculator
Effective Gross Income (Annual):
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Total Operating Expenses:
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Net Operating Income (NOI):
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Cap Rate:
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What is Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate)?
The Capitalization Rate, commonly referred to as "Cap Rate," is one of the most fundamental metrics in commercial and residential real estate investing. It represents the expected rate of return on a real estate investment property based on the income the property is expected to generate.
Essentially, the Cap Rate helps investors evaluate the profitability of a specific property independent of its financing. It provides a snapshot of the property's yield over a one-year time horizon assuming the property was purchased with cash.
How to Calculate Cap Rate
The formula for calculating Cap Rate is relatively straightforward but requires accurate data regarding the property's income and expenses. The formula is:
Cap Rate = (Net Operating Income / Current Market Value) × 100
To use this formula efficiently, you need to understand the components:
- Net Operating Income (NOI): This is your annual revenue minus all necessary operating expenses. Revenue includes rent and other income (like laundry or parking), while expenses include taxes, insurance, management fees, and maintenance. Note: Mortgage payments are NOT included in NOI.
- Current Market Value: This is the present value of the property, or the price you plan to purchase it for.
Real-World Example
Imagine you are considering buying a duplex for $500,000. Here is how the numbers might look:
- Gross Annual Income: $54,000 (Rent is $4,500/month)
- Vacancy Loss (5%): -$2,700
- Operating Expenses: -$15,000 (Taxes, Insurance, Repairs, Management)
- Net Operating Income (NOI): $36,300
Using the calculator above or the formula manually:
($36,300 / $500,000) = 0.0726 or 7.26% Cap Rate
What is a Good Cap Rate?
There is no single "good" Cap Rate, as acceptable rates vary significantly by location and asset class. However, general guidelines suggest:
- 4% to 5%: Common in high-demand "Class A" areas (like downtown NYC or San Francisco). These properties are considered lower risk but offer lower immediate returns.
- 6% to 8%: Often seen as a balanced target for many residential investors in stable suburban markets.
- 8% to 12%: Common in riskier markets, older properties, or rural areas. While the return is higher, the risk of vacancy or major repairs is often higher as well.
Investors often view Cap Rate as a measure of risk. A lower Cap Rate implies lower risk and higher asset value stability, whereas a higher Cap Rate implies higher risk but potentially higher cash flow.
Why Mortgage Payments Are Excluded
It is a common mistake for beginners to subtract mortgage payments (principal and interest) when calculating NOI. Cap Rate measures the performance of the asset itself, not your financing structure. To analyze your return including debt service, you should use the Cash on Cash Return metric instead.
Factors Influencing Cap Rate
Several variables can compress or expand Cap Rates in a given market:
- Interest Rates: As borrowing costs rise, investors generally demand higher Cap Rates to offset the cost of debt.
- Economic Growth: Areas with strong job growth and population influx tend to have lower Cap Rates due to higher demand for assets.
- Asset Class: Multifamily apartments, industrial warehouses, and retail spaces all trade at different average Cap Rates.