The tenant benefits from reduced electricity bills — the landlord pays for the system. This core misalignment means solar on rental property needs different financial modelling than solar on your own home.
Solar on Investment Property — Cost-Benefit
6.6kW system cost (installed)$5,000–$8,000
Depreciation Div 40 Year 1 (~20%)~$1,200–$1,600
Potential rent premium (tight market)$10–$30/week
Payback (with rent premium)4–8 years
One Property at a time
Brick by Brick 🧱
General Advice Warning: This article is general in nature and does not constitute personal financial advice. Please consult a licensed financial adviser before making investment decisions.
