Landlord Mileage Calculator
Track trips to your rental properties at the 2026 IRS standard mileage rate of $0.725/mile.
Log a Trip
Total Mileage Deduction
$0.00
0.0 miles · current IRS rate $0.725/mile
Tax Savings Estimate
At 22% bracket$0.00 saved
At 24% bracket$0.00 saved
At 32% bracket$0.00 saved
2026 IRS Mileage Rules
- Standard rate: $0.725/mile for business use
- Deductible trips: property visits, tenant showings, supply runs, contractor meetings
- NOT deductible: commute from home to a regular office
- Keep a log: date, destination, purpose, miles for each trip
- Reports on Schedule E, Line 6 (Auto & Travel)
Track mileage year-round and auto-include in your Schedule E
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Frequently asked questions
What is the standard mileage rate for rental property trips?
This calculator uses the 2026 IRS business standard mileage rate of $0.725 per mile. The IRS sets a new rate each year, so always confirm the current-year figure before filing. Multiply your deductible miles by the rate to estimate your deduction.
Should I use the standard mileage rate or the actual-expense method?
The standard mileage rate multiplies your business miles by the IRS per-mile rate — simple and requires only a mileage log. The actual-expense method deducts the business-use share of real costs (gas, repairs, insurance, depreciation), which can be larger but demands far more recordkeeping. Many landlords find the standard rate easier; a CPA can tell you which produces a bigger, defensible deduction for your situation.
Which rental trips actually qualify for a mileage deduction?
Trips with a genuine business purpose qualify: property inspections, tenant showings, repair and maintenance visits, supply runs, meeting contractors, and trips to your bank or CPA for rental matters. Personal driving and your normal commute to a regular office do not count. When in doubt, document the business reason and ask your CPA.
Why does keeping a mileage log matter?
The IRS expects a contemporaneous log — date, destination, purpose, and miles recorded at the time of each trip — to substantiate a mileage deduction. Reconstructed or estimated mileage is far weaker if you are ever audited. Log every rental trip as it happens and keep the records with your tax files.