Boyne City, Michigan Short-Term Rental Market
Boyne City STRs averaged $239/night at 26.6% occupancy in April 2026, with peak summer months exceeding 75% occupancy on Lake Charlevoix.
Quick Answer: Boyne City, Michigan is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Michigan North Coastal market area is 60%. average monthly revenue in the Michigan North Coastal market area is $5,178. average daily rate in the Michigan North Coastal market area is $382. the top operator in the Michigan North Coastal market area is Northern Michigan Escapes with 198 listings. market score is 70/100 (grade C).
Market data reflects the Michigan North Coastal regional market, which includes Boyne City. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Boyne City.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions StaySTRA evaluates per market.
Market Overview
Boyne City sits on the southern shore of Lake Charlevoix in northern Michigan, drawing boating enthusiasts, winter skiers (Boyne Mountain is 15 minutes away), and Great Lakes summer tourists. As of April 2026, the average daily rate is $239, occupancy is 26.6%, and RevPAR is $64. Year-over-year, occupancy declined 12.1 percentage points while ADR rose 5.5%, producing a net revenue decline of 2.1% versus April 2025.
The April data point captures a deep shoulder season: the lake is barely open for boating and ski season has wound down. The true character of this market is its extreme summer concentration. July historically averages 75.2% occupancy and $6,124 average revenue, more than triple the April reading.
Boyne City’s population of approximately 3,821 supports a boutique STR market. The licensing framework under Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances (adopted December 2022) distinguishes between owner-occupied accessory units and investor-owned properties, with the latter designated Short-Term Rental Business Units.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 35% |
| Feb | 43% |
| Mar | 25% |
| Apr | 28% |
| May | 45% |
| Jun | 60% |
| Jul | 75% |
| Aug | 67% |
| Sep | 41% |
| Oct | 39% |
| Nov | 24% |
| Dec | 46% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Michigan North Coastal market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the Michigan North Coastal market as a whole, which includes Boyne City, so these counts are not Boyne City-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Michigan Escapes | 198 | 9,917 | ★ 4.69 |
| 2 | Evolve | 136 | 6,096 | ★ 4.71 |
| 3 | Graham Management | 73 | 1,277 | ★ 4.74 |
| 4 | Pure Vacation Management | 61 | 339 | ★ 4.73 |
| 5 | Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan | 45 | 2,209 | ★ 4.89 |
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 29.2% |
| vrbo | 17.7% |
| both | 53.1% |
Home Value Trends (Boyne City)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Boyne City requires a city-issued Short-Term Rental License per Chapter 15 of the Code of Ordinances (adopted December 13, 2022). Two license categories exist: Short-Term Rental Personal Unit (owner-occupied property where an accessory dwelling unit is rented short-term) and Short-Term Rental Business Unit (non-owner-occupied STR properties). No specific permit fee was confirmed in publicly available sources as of the profile update; investors should contact Boyne City Planning and Zoning at (231) 582-6597 to confirm current fees and any cap on Business Unit licenses in residential zones. The city commission was authorized by the ordinance to set a cap on Business Units in single-family districts, though no vote was recorded at the December 2022 adoption.
Michigan state use tax of 6% applies to all stays of 30 nights or fewer and must be remitted to the Michigan Department of Treasury. Charlevoix County may impose additional lodging taxes; confirm with the county treasurer. No owner-occupancy requirement applies to Business Unit licenses. Enforcement is rated moderate.
Market Comparison
Boyne City’s April 2026 ADR of $239 exceeds the US STR median of approximately $220, while occupancy at 26.6% is far below the national median — reflecting the deep shoulder season of the April data point rather than the market’s true summer character.
Northern Michigan Escapes leads the market with 198 listings and 9,917 reviews (4.69 average rating). Evolve follows with 136 listings and 6,096 reviews (4.71 rating). Graham Management holds 73 listings (4.74 rating). Pure Vacation Management manages 61 listings (4.73 rating). Vacation Properties of Northern Michigan rounds out the top five with 45 listings and a 4.89 rating.
Northern Michigan Escapes’ dominant position reflects specialized expertise in Lake Charlevoix and the broader northern Michigan resort market. The operator landscape is predominantly regional specialists rather than national chains, consistent with the unique character of Great Lakes summer vacation property management.
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