Jonesville, Michigan Short-Term Rental Market
Jonesville MI STRs averaged $161/night at 49.2% occupancy in April 2026 across 9,126 active listings.
Quick Answer: Jonesville, Michigan is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Michigan Area market area is 61%. average monthly revenue in the Michigan Area market area is $3,813. average daily rate in the Michigan Area market area is $248. the top operator in the Michigan Area market area is Evolve with 368 listings. market score is 80/100 (grade B).
Market data reflects the Michigan Area regional market, which includes Jonesville. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Jonesville.
Market Score Breakdown
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Market Overview
Jonesville is a small city of approximately 2,176 residents in Hillsdale County, south-central Michigan. Despite its size, the STR dataset covers a broad surrounding area: 9,126 active listings as of April 2026. The market posted an average daily rate of $161.22 and occupancy of 49.2%, producing a RevPAR of $79.35. The listing mix is dominated by entire-place rentals: 8,471 (92.8% of total), 651 private rooms (7.1%), and 4 shared rooms. The bedroom mix leans toward mid-size units: 2-bedroom listings lead at 2,625 (28.8%), followed by 3-bedroom at 2,498 (27.4%), 1-bedroom at 2,246 (24.7%), 4-bedroom at 1,101 (12.1%), and 5-bedroom at 631 (6.9%). Channel distribution shows 4,198 Airbnb-only listings, 1,143 VRBO-only, and 3,785 on both platforms. The area draws visitors via the US-12 Heritage Trail corridor, proximity to Allen (known as the antiques capital of Michigan), river recreation on the St. Joseph River, and community events including the Riverfest festival each May. Year-over-year, occupancy declined 0.20 percentage points and revenue fell 2.22%, while ADR increased 3.09%, indicating that the market is sustaining higher nightly rates at slightly lower occupancy.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 39% |
| Feb | 44% |
| Mar | 44% |
| Apr | 48% |
| May | 52% |
| Jun | 62% |
| Jul | 71% |
| Aug | 64% |
| Sep | 46% |
| Oct | 45% |
| Nov | 42% |
| Dec | 45% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Michigan Area market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the Michigan Area market as a whole, which includes Jonesville, so these counts are not Jonesville-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolve | 368 | 11,383 | ★ 4.68 |
| 2 | Freshwater Vacation Rentals | 61 | 2,562 | ★ 4.85 |
| 3 | LiveSuites | 59 | 1,199 | ★ 4.67 |
| 4 | Short Term Rentals | 31 | 2,489 | ★ 4.68 |
| 5 | Simple Lyfe Stays | 29 | 2,354 | ★ 4.85 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Jonesville?
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 46% |
| vrbo | 12.5% |
| both | 41.5% |
Home Value Trends (Jonesville)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Jonesville permits short-term rentals and has no publicly documented, dedicated STR licensing ordinance. STRs fall under Michigan’s decentralized framework where local zoning determines where transient lodging may operate. The city maintains a general Zoning Ordinance, most recently amended through Ordinance No. 226 on November 19, 2025, with the DPW Superintendent serving as Zoning Administrator. No confirmed permit requirement, owner-occupancy mandate, primary-residence requirement, or nightly cap was identified for Jonesville specifically. Third-party sources have suggested a city rental permit may be required, but this could not be confirmed against a primary source. Prospective operators should confirm zoning district and any bed-and-breakfast or special-use provisions directly with City Hall before operating. At the state level, Michigan imposes a 6% use tax on accommodations rented for fewer than 30 days. Airbnb typically collects and remits this tax on behalf of hosts; hosts using other platforms may need to register and remit directly. No Hillsdale County local lodging tax was identified. Enforcement severity is rated minimal. Confirm current requirements with Jonesville City Hall before beginning operations.
Market Comparison
At 49.2% occupancy and $161.22 ADR, Jonesville is slightly below the approximate U.S. STR median occupancy of 55% and below the national median ADR of roughly $220. The below-median occupancy reflects the market’s small-city positioning and seasonal concentration. However, the market’s investability score of 97.3 out of 100 and revenue growth score of 80.6 are standout metrics. The typical home value of $202,530 produces a gross yield of approximately 11.6% against average monthly revenue, which is well above typical real estate yields. Among top operators, Evolve leads with 368 listings and 11,383 reviews at a 4.68 rating, representing roughly 4.0% of total listings. Freshwater Vacation Rentals holds 61 listings with 2,562 reviews at a 4.85 rating. LiveSuites manages 59 listings with 1,199 reviews at 4.67. Short Term Rentals holds 31 listings with 2,489 reviews at 4.68. Simple Lyfe Stays manages 29 listings with 2,354 reviews at 4.85. The professional management landscape includes a mix of national operators and regional specialists, with Freshwater and Simple Lyfe Stays achieving the highest guest ratings among the top five.
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