When selling (or buying) an investment-focused apartment or unit, yield metrics determine buyer demand. Here’s how to explain, package, and market your property in Victoria’s competitive investment segment.
Yield Basics
- Gross yield: rental income divided by purchase price (before annual costs)
- Net yield: rental income minus annual expenses (O/C, levies, rates, insurance), divided by price
Why Net Yield Trumps Gross
Serious investors calculate net returns, not “headline” rental. If your property has high levies or fees, demonstrate how it still delivers a solid net yield—disclose costs early and accurately.
Positioning For Sale
- Calculate and cite both gross and net yield in your information pack
- Provide full documentation on regular and special costs
- If possible, compare with similar recent sales in the same complex
Agent Advice
A skilled Victoria agent like Genneva Smarrelli brings investor-buyers directly to your property and can speak fluently in yield terms, avoiding wasted time with non-serious buyers.
Clear Next Step
Want a yield analysis on your apartment or unit? Start the conversation with Genneva here.
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