AirDNA Names the Best Places to Invest in Short-Term Rentals in 2026

2/2/2026

A new report from AirDNA identifies the U.S. markets with the strongest short-term rental (STR) investment potential, using its proprietary Best Places to Invest Score, which evaluates demand, revenue potential, and affordability. The Top 10 markets feature average home prices of $296,000, potential annual revenue of $40,500, and yields near 14%, with most locations benefiting from year-round demand driven by workforce, healthcare, education, or military travel rather than traditional vacation tourism. Top markets include Port Arthur and Abilene in Texas; downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota; Charleston, West Virginia; and Montgomery, Alabama, among others.

PRNewswire (01/27/26)