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PressWhy Short-Term Apartment Rentals Can Outcompete in the Right Market
Published: November 7, 2024
Last updated: November 8, 2024
Scott Sage
ARTICLE SUMMARY
If you think apartments can't compete with vacation homes in the short-term rental market, our data tells a different story. While beachfront properties grab headlines, urban apartments are quietly outperforming in major markets. We'll show you why apartments might be your smartest play in short-term rentals, exploring everything from platform selection to hosting strategies that work for apartments.
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.