STR Investing by State

Phoenix, Scottsdale, Sedona, Mesa, and more desert destination markets with year-round tourism demand.

Palm Springs, Lake Tahoe, and premium vacation rental markets with high nightly rates and strong demand.

Breckenridge, Denver, and Vail ski resort markets with strong seasonal peaks and outdoor recreation demand.

Orlando, Miami, Tampa, and top beach and theme park destinations. The most popular state for STR investing.

Savannah historic district charm with strong tourism demand and Southern hospitality appeal.

Honolulu and Maui island vacation rental markets with premium nightly rates and year-round tropical demand.

New Orleans event-driven market with Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and year-round tourism in the French Quarter.

Las Vegas entertainment capital with massive event-driven demand from conventions, shows, and sports.

Charleston, Hilton Head, and Myrtle Beach coastal markets with strong vacation rental performance.

Nashville, Gatlinburg, and Smoky Mountain cabin markets with music tourism and outdoor adventure demand.

Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Gulf Coast beach markets. No state income tax and booming population.

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Affordable beach entry with strong seasonal demand.

Ocean City boardwalk beach destination. Strong summer season with DC, Baltimore, and Philly metro demand.

Cape Cod — iconic New England beach destination with high nightly rates and affluent travelers.

Branson entertainment district and St. Louis metro. Low entry costs with family tourism and sports events.

Asheville in the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Outer Banks coast. Mountains-to-sea STR diversity.

Bend — year-round outdoor recreation with skiing, craft breweries, and the Deschutes River.

Poconos Mountains — ski resorts, lake houses, and weekend escapes for NYC and Philadelphia travelers.

Park City ski resort and St. George near Zion National Park. Premium STR with world-class outdoor recreation.

Virginia Beach resort area and Sandbridge Beach. Military demand plus East Coast family beach tourism.

Seattle metro, Chelan wine country, San Juan Islands, and Pacific Northwest outdoor destinations.