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Gross Rent Multiplier Calculator

Calculate a rental property’s gross rent multiplier (GRM), the price divided by a year’s rent, to compare properties quickly.

Result

Gross rent multiplier

8.33

Rent per year
$60,000.00
Monthly rent as % of price (the 1% rule)
1%

Common questions

What is a good gross rent multiplier?

Lower is better: it means fewer years of rent to pay back the price. Many investors look for a GRM between 4 and 10, but it varies a lot by market.

What is the 1% rule?

A quick screen that says monthly rent should be at least 1% of the price. A $200,000 house should rent for $2,000 a month or more.