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Airbnb vs Renting: Choosing the Best Investment Strategy

April 11, 2024

Scott Sage
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Scott Sage

Explore Net ROIs by Market

Get a birds-eye-view of how different urban areas across the U.S. compare in terms of short-term rental revenue versus long-term rental rates. Filter by real estate type (apartments versus houses) and see how revenue projections stack up against real estate prices.

Explore Net ROI by Submarket

Hone in on a specific city to see how short-term versus long-term rental revenue projections have changed over time and how they vary across different areas of the city.

ARTICLE SUMMARY

We explore the crucial considerations for property investors choosing between Airbnb and traditional renting, highlighting the impact of market dynamics, regulatory environments, and property characteristics on investment returns.

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Market Dynamics of Airbnb vs Renting

How to Calculate Potential Income

Factors Affecting Total ROI

Net ROI Market Highlights

Other Key Considerations

Scott Sage

Scott Sage

Senior Vice President, Marketing & Customer Experience   

Scott is an Airbnb Superhost and industry pro, having founded Home Base BnBs—a short term rental management company that scaled to 200+ units. Scott combines his experience and passion for hosting to empower AirDNA customers' success. When he's not thinking about STRs, he is hiking, playing basketball, or playing pickleball.