How we estimate what your home can earn
The calculator starts from the three variables that drive almost all of a holiday rental's return on the Costa del Sol: the area (each town has a different average nightly rate), the type and size of the property, and the occupancy you expect across the year. From the estimated gross income we deduct our management commission (18% + VAT) to give you a net, indicative figure. It doesn't replace a real report: once you share your property details we prepare a personalised estimate with the actual figure for your urbanisation.
What really moves your yield
- Area and location. A seafront apartment in Fuengirola won't earn like a Golden Mile villa. Average nightly rate and occupancy vary a lot between Marbella, Estepona, Mijas, Benalmádena and Málaga city.
- Type and size. Villas with pools reach high rates; apartments earn through occupancy and turnover. Bedrooms, terrace and views feed directly into the price.
- Occupancy and season. The Costa del Sol has a strong summer, but also a golf-and-events shoulder season and, in some areas, Nordic winter demand. Good dynamic pricing squeezes every season.
- Property condition (rent-ready). A rental-focused renovation lifts the nightly rate and reviews. We're a renovation company: we calculate how much the income rises before you invest.
- Licence and rules. Without a VFT licence you can't advertise legally. We handle it and keep you compliant, tax side (Form 210) included.
Want the exact figure for your property? See our published pricing, our rental management or the non-resident tax guide.