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Crestline

San Bernardino County, CA

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
D
43/100
⚠️ CAUTION
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
18/35
🏠Affordability
6/25
📅Year-Round Income
5/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
2/10
📈Room to Grow
12/15
Cash-on-Cash
5.7%
Marginal (5%+)
Median Home
$354K
Expensive
Room to Grow
12/15
Good Headroom

STRs Generally Permitted

STRs generally allowed with standard permits

No major restrictions known. Standard registration and tax collection may be required. Check local ordinances for specific requirements.

Permit: Moderate
AI-generated regulation data · Regulations change frequently
📋 Before You Invest
Even in STR-friendly markets, confirm the details for your specific property. Call the Crestline City Clerk or Planning & Zoning Department and ask:
1. Are short-term rentals (under 30 days) allowed at [your address]?
2. What permits or licenses are required?
3. Are there owner-occupancy requirements?
4. Any caps on rental nights per year or number of permits?
Regulation details vary by neighborhood and zoning district — always verify for your specific address.

Why Crestline?

Mountain Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🏔️
Mountain Getaway

Ski season and summer hiking create year-round demand for mountain retreats and cabin stays.

⚖️
Balanced Supply

Healthy supply-demand ratio means room for new listings without oversaturation concerns.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
D
Marginal (5%+)
CoC: 5.7%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Below average. Significant challenges may impact profitability.

💵
$278
Avg ADR
📅
42%
Occupancy
💰
$3,500
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$354K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,925
2BR
$2,625
3BR
$3,500
4BR
$4,725
5BR
$5,775
6BR+
$6,825
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEHot Tub
+22%
MUST HAVEFireplace
+15%
HIGH IMPACTGame Room
+18%
HIGH IMPACTMountain Views
+12%
NICE TO HAVEFire Pit
+8%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $6,825/month
2
Add a Hot Tub
Boost revenue by +22%
3
Target $4,375/month
Top 25% performer income goal

📋 Regulation Status

LegalPermit: Moderate

Regulations vary by city and county. Always verify local STR ordinances, permit requirements, and zoning laws before purchasing.

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Crestline, California is rated D for Airbnb investment with a score of 43/100 (CAUTION). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $278, 42% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $3,500. Median home value is $354,412 with a cash-on-cash return of 5.7%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.