I don't know about the US, but I've never heard of any market in Europe where you can get more than 10% of the cost annually. I think on this side of the pond 4

I don't know about the US, but I've never heard of any market in Europe where you can get more than 10% of the cost annually. I think on this side of the pond 4-5% is typical. Also I think comparing to the stock market is a bit disingenuous as the revenue stream from renting is fluctuating a lot less (though the market value of your house might), because leases are usually at least year-long.