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Cap Rate Calculator for Commercial Real Estate
October 21, 2024 · By The Multifamily Group

Capitalization rate (cap rate) compresses a multifamily property's income and value into a single percentage. It is calculated as:
Cap Rate = NOI ÷ Property Value × 100
Use the calculator below to solve for either side of the equation — ideal for quick back-of-napkin valuation or comparing markets.
Cap Rate Calculator
Cap Rate = NOI ÷ Purchase Price × 100
Cap Rate
8.00%
What drives cap rate compression?
- Strong rent growth expectations
- Institutional capital chasing fewer deals
- Low interest-rate environments
Sunbelt cap rate benchmarks (2024)
Dallas Class A: 4.75–5.25% · Houston Class B: 5.50–6.25% · Oklahoma City Value-Add: 6.00–7.00%
Cap rates are market- and asset-specific. Reach out to a TMG advisor for a current market opinion of value.