So, you're thinking about buying a property to use as a short-term rental (STR)? It can look like a great way to make money, but don't jump in too fast. What are the real rules where you're looking? Are STRs even allowed? What about the neighbors – will they be happy about it? Buying an STR is a big decision, and there are a lot of things you need to know to make sure it's a smart move for you and your community.
135 articles
StaySTRA data across 53 markets plus AirDNA's 2026 Outlook confirms the STR recovery is real, market-specific, and concentrated in supply-constrained…
StaySTRA data shows which STR market types deliver 8 percent or better cash-on-cash returns at 7 percent DSCR loan rates…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 17, 2026: $204,999–$629,000, led by Temple, TX (StaySTRA Score 92, 17.8% cap, 38.2%…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 15, 2026: $310,000–$1,199,900, led by Port Aransas, TX (StaySTRA Score 94, 19.4% cap,…
Where Airbnb average daily rates actually stand in 2026, which markets held pricing power since the 2022 peak, and what…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 13, 2026: $271,100–$599,000, led by Round Rock, TX (StaySTRA Score 92, 18.4% cap,…
StaySTRA data shows which of 18 STR markets generate enough Airbnb income to cover a DSCR loan payment at current…
StaySTRA data covers 55 U.S. markets. Phoenix and Scottsdale lead at 52% annual occupancy, but Key West generates the highest…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 10, 2026: $270,000–$425,000, led by Leander, TX (StaySTRA Score 98, 19.3% cap, 36.6%…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 8, 2026: $215,999–$1,199,900, led by Westworth Village, TX (StaySTRA Score 94, 16.7% cap,…
