Gross Rent Multiplier Calculator
Evaluate a property investment quickly by dividing the purchase price by the annual gross rental income.
Gross Rent Multiplier
10.42
Gross Rent Multiplier vs Monthly Gross Rent
Formula
## How the Gross Rent Multiplier Works The GRM is a screening tool that compares a property's price to its gross rental income without factoring expenses. ### Formula **GRM = Purchase Price / Annual Gross Rental Income** ### Usage - Lower GRM values suggest a property may generate better returns relative to its price - GRM does not account for operating expenses, vacancies, or financing - Best used for quick side-by-side comparison of similar properties in the same market
Esempio Risolto
A property is listed at $400,000 and rents for $3,200 per month.
- 01Calculate annual gross rent: $3,200 x 12 = $38,400
- 02GRM = $400,000 / $38,400 = 10.42
- 03A GRM of 10.42 means it takes about 10.4 years of gross rent to equal the purchase price
- 04At a GRM of 10, the implied price would be $38,400 x 10 = $384,000
Domande Frequenti
What is a good gross rent multiplier?
A GRM between 4 and 7 is generally considered good for investment properties. Below 4 may indicate a distressed area, while above 10 may mean the property is overpriced relative to rents.
How is GRM different from cap rate?
GRM uses gross rent and ignores expenses, making it simpler but less precise. Cap rate uses net operating income (after expenses), giving a more accurate picture of investment returns.
Can GRM be used for commercial properties?
Yes, GRM can be applied to any income-producing property, but it is most commonly used for residential rental properties due to its simplicity. Commercial investors typically prefer cap rate or NOI analysis.