How to Find High-Yielding Properties with Rentometer’s Rent Yield Tracker

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August 19th, 2025

Investing in rental properties can be a smart path to building long-term wealth—but only if you’re buying the right ones. To maximize your return, it's essential to focus on properties with strong rent yields. That’s where Rentometer’s Rent Yield Tracker comes in. This powerful tool helps investors quickly identify high-yielding opportunities without the hassle of juggling spreadsheets or manually calculating returns.

How It Works

1. Log in to your Rentometer Pro account

2. Apply filters

  • Target your search using the Metro*, City, or ZIP Code filters, along with optional filters like:
    • Price range
    • Bedroom count
    • Year built
    • Days on market
    • Minimum gross rent yield

*Phase I includes 15 high-performing metros in our Gross Yield Market Index. More markets will be added in the future.

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3. Review Results

Each search shows up to 20 listings—those with yields closest to your minimum threshold.

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4. Dive deeper into each listing, which includes:

  • Estimated rent (powered by Rentometer data)
  • Gross rent yield calculation
  • Key property details
  • Quick links to:
    • Google Search (view the listing on Zillow, Redfin, etc.)
    • Rentometer Pro Report (access comps, trends, and public records)
    • Contact an Agent *Coming Soon* (easily connect with the properties listing agent)
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5. Export for further analaysis.
Download your results as a CSV to review, compare, or share with your team.

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Start Using the Rent Yield Tracker Today

The Rent Yield Tracker makes finding high-performing rental properties easier than ever. Instead of relying on guesswork or sifting through countless listings, you can now pinpoint data-backed investment opportunities—all in just a few clicks.

*All rent estimates and gross yields are automated projections and provided for informational purposes only. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult licensed professionals before making investment decisions.

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