Lake Worth, Florida Short-Term Rental Market
Lake Worth bans stays under 61 days, county STRs earned $2,768 at $191 ADR and 52.1% occupancy in September 2026.
Quick Answer: Lake Worth, Florida is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the West Palm Beach market area is 52%. average monthly revenue in the West Palm Beach market area is $2,768. average daily rate in the West Palm Beach market area is $191. the top operator in the West Palm Beach market area is Evolve with 113 listings. market score is 77/100 (grade B).
Market data reflects the West Palm Beach regional market, which includes Lake Worth. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Lake Worth.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions StaySTRA evaluates per market.
Market Overview
Lake Worth Beach, a city of 43,365 residents in Palm Beach County, does not allow short-term rentals. City zoning prohibits residential rentals of 60 consecutive days or fewer, so the performance figures below describe the surrounding Palm Beach County STR market and not a legal nightly market inside the city limits. These metrics are tracked at a shared regional level, and every performance number in this profile refers to the Palm Beach County STR market. In September 2026 that market averaged an ADR of $191, occupancy of 52.1%, and monthly revenue of $2,768. Compared with a year earlier, occupancy rose 7.7%, ADR rose 10.7%, and revenue rose 8.5%. Entire-place listings averaged an ADR of $201 in the same month. September is the weakest month of the year for occupancy, so the latest reading sits below the year-to-date picture. Through the first nine months of 2026, the county market averaged 65.1% occupancy, a $263 ADR, and $4,722 in monthly revenue. That compares with $4,169 in monthly revenue for full-year 2025 and $1,698 for 2017, which shows how much the market has grown over the past decade. Bedroom, channel, and listing-type counts are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Lake Worth Beach, so this profile omits them. Demand comes from beachgoers, seasonal winter residents, arts visitors, and regional day-trippers, and Palm Beach County reported a record 9.9 million visitors in 2024. The practical takeaway for investors is that the data shows what nearby legal STR markets earn, while Lake Worth Beach itself is a mid-term and long-term rental market.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 68% |
| Feb | 81% |
| Mar | 77% |
| Apr | 56% |
| May | 56% |
| Jun | 60% |
| Jul | 62% |
| Aug | 54% |
| Sep | 51% |
| Oct | 57% |
| Nov | 60% |
| Dec | 64% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in West Palm Beach market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the West Palm Beach market as a whole, which includes Lake Worth, so these counts are not Lake Worth-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolve | 113 | 3,744 | ★ 4.61 |
| 2 | Brampton Park | 63 | 1,378 | ★ 4.95 |
| 3 | Easy Air Rentals | 59 | 3,315 | ★ 4.86 |
| 4 | Palm Beach Vacation Rentals | 54 | 805 | ★ 4.84 |
| 5 | Five Star Vacation Rentals | 50 | 1,644 | ★ 4.67 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Lake Worth?
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 40.1% |
| vrbo | 7.7% |
| both | 52.1% |
Home Value Trends (Lake Worth)
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Booking Insights
Booking-window and length-of-stay analysis for Lake Worth — how far ahead guests book and how to price around it — is available to StaySTRA Pro members. Unlock with StaySTRA Pro or analyze a specific address free.
Short-Term Rental Regulations
Lake Worth Beach effectively bans short-term vacation rentals. City zoning prohibits residential rentals of 60 consecutive days or fewer, so only rentals of 61 days or longer, such as mid-term leases and annual leases, are permitted. The city does not issue a short-term rental permit, and short-term rentals are not permitted. In February 2023 the City Commission reaffirmed the 60-day minimum and declined to legalize short-term rentals. Any rental business still needs a city Business Tax Receipt. Enforcement is complaint-driven. The rule has existed for more than 15 years and enforcement has been reported as inconsistent, with industry estimates of roughly 200 to 600 short-term units operating despite the ban. The city can issue code-enforcement fines and civil penalties, which can be liened to the property tax bill for ongoing violations. Historic-district properties may also need a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes. On taxes, Palm Beach County applies a 6% Tourist Development tax to rentals of six months or less, plus state sales tax and a county surtax, for a combined rate near 13%. Those taxes apply to legally operating short stays, which are restricted here. Investors should confirm current rules with the city before acting.
Market Comparison
In September 2026 the Palm Beach County STR market ran 52.1% occupancy at a $191 ADR. September is the seasonal low, so the latest reading understates the longer period. Through the first nine months of 2026, the market averaged 65.1% occupancy and a $263 ADR. Full-year 2025 recorded 62.6% occupancy and a $241 ADR. Growth is strong, with ADR up 10.7% and occupancy up 7.7% from a year earlier. Top-operator rankings and listing counts are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Lake Worth Beach, so this profile omits them. The main difference from other markets is regulatory. Lake Worth Beach prohibits rentals under 61 days, so these figures are a regional benchmark and not a forecast for a legal nightly business in the city.
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