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Grayton Beach

Walton County, FL

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
B+
72/100
BUY
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
30/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
15/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
10/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
18.1%
Excellent (15%+)
Median Home
$502K
Very Expensive
Room to Grow
15/15
Excellent 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 Grayton Beach 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 Grayton Beach?

Beach Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🏖️
Coastal Destination

Beach proximity drives premium nightly rates and strong seasonal demand from vacationers.

⚖️
Balanced Supply

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

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
B+
Excellent (15%+)
CoC: 18.1%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE

Good opportunity. Solid fundamentals but may require careful property selection.

💵
$338
Avg ADR
📅
67%
Occupancy
💰
$6,794
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$502K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$3,737
2BR
$5,096
3BR
$6,794
4BR
$9,172
5BR
$11,210
6BR+
$13,248
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEOcean View
+25%
MUST HAVEPool
+18%
HIGH IMPACTBeach Gear
+8%
HIGH IMPACTOutdoor Shower
+6%
NICE TO HAVEBalcony/Deck
+12%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $13,248/month
2
Add a Ocean View
Boost revenue by +25%
3
Target $8,493/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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Grayton Beach, Florida is rated B+ for Airbnb investment with a score of 72/100 (BUY). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $338, 67% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $6,794. Median home value is $502,000 with a cash-on-cash return of 18.1%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.