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Cap rates of 7 to 9 percent, cash-on-cash returns by down payment level, and what the numbers actually look like…
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.
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Cap rates of 7 to 9 percent, cash-on-cash returns by down payment level, and what the numbers actually look like…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 6, 2026: $319,000–$750,000, led by Rogers, AR (StaySTRA Score 92, 16.7% cap, 37.3%…
StaySTRA data from 36,000+ properties shows 2BR earns more revenue per bedroom than 3BR in every US market. Here is…
StaySTRA data compares beach, mountain, and lake vacation rental markets in 2026. Which category wins on annual revenue, consistency, and…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 3, 2026: $276,500–$549,000, led by Tobyhanna, PA (StaySTRA Score 98, 20.3% cap, 39.7%…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for July 1, 2026: $260,000–$625,000, led by Jacksonville, FL (StaySTRA Score 94, 18.9% cap, 39.1%…
Learn the 8 data metrics professional STR investors use to evaluate any market before buying. Use StaySTRA to pull ADR,…
Top 10 short-term rental buys for June 29, 2026: $300,000–$600,000, led by Bushkill, PA (StaySTRA Score 92, 16.2% cap, 30.1%…
When markets peak and the data stops compounding in your favor, most investors miss it. This data-driven framework shows you…
StaySTRA data across 2,455 U.S. markets shows the national median STR earns approximately 29,000 per year in gross revenue. But…