Our Best Short-Term Rental Markets for 2025 (That Actually Perform)

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Most of the best short-term rental markets lists rely on generic projections, overlook submarket nuance, and often promote overhyped locations with inflated revenue expectations.

This report takes a different approach.

This guide identifies three of the best short-term rental markets with real-world potential—not just on paper, but in practice. These are markets where STR regulations are investor-friendly, demand is proven, and smart execution can lead to high-yield returns.

What you'll find

All data in this report is powered by SummerOS, the first asset management platform purpose-built for short-term rentals. SummerOS helps STR operators and investors project revenue with confidence, benchmark performance in real time,  surface actionable insights across their portfolio, and more. It's the platform that top-performing short-term rental teams use to make smarter investment and revenue decisions.

Inside the report, you’ll find:

  • The best short-term rental markets in 2025 with real, data-backed yield potential
  • What types of homes perform best in each location in our Buy Box breakdowns
  • How design, pricing, and operational strategy impact returns
  • Tips for turning projections into real, measurable performance

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Whether you're an investor planning your next move or a property manager expanding your footprint, this guide offers a practical, data-driven lens on the best short-term rental markets to invest in for 2025—and how to succeed once you're there.

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This article was written by
The SummerOS Team
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