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Poipu

Kauai County, HI

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
C
47/100
⚠️ HOLD
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
10/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
12/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
8/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
4.3%
Break-even
Median Home
$843K
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 Poipu 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 Poipu?

Beach Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🏖️
Coastal Destination

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

🔥
High Demand Zone

Strong traveler demand supports a competitive market with proven revenue potential.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
C
Break-even
CoC: 4.3%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Marginal opportunity. Returns may be limited - consider negotiating or other markets.

💵
$450
Avg ADR
📅
59%
Occupancy
💰
$7,965
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$843K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$4,380
2BR
$5,973
3BR
$7,965
4BR
$10,752
5BR
$13,142
6BR+
$15,531
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEPool
+25%
MUST HAVEOcean View
+20%
HIGH IMPACTBeach Gear
+10%
HIGH IMPACTOutdoor Shower
+8%
NICE TO HAVEBalcony/Deck
+12%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $15,531/month
2
Add a Pool
Boost revenue by +25%
3
Target $9,956/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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Poipu, Hawaii is rated C for Airbnb investment with a score of 47/100 (HOLD). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $450, 59% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $7,965. Median home value is $843,106 with a cash-on-cash return of 4.3%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.