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Cambridge

Middlesex County, MA

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
F
24/100
AVOID
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
5/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
12/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
2/10
📈Room to Grow
3/15
Cash-on-Cash
-19.8%
Negative Cash Flow
Median Home
$1013K
Very Expensive
Room to Grow
3/15
Crowded Market
⚠️

STR Regulations Apply

Owner-occupied only; strict registration

Cambridge requires owner-occupancy for STRs. Strict registration and compliance requirements.

Permit: HardOwner-Occupied Only
Grade Impact: Base score of 24/100 would be grade F, but capped at F (24/100) due to regulation risk.
Verified data as of February 2026 · Regulations change frequently
📞 How to Verify
Call the Cambridge 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?
Many cities have active short-term rentals operating legally with permits — restrictions don't always mean it's impossible.

Why Cambridge?

Urban Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🏙️
Urban Hub

Business travel, events, and tourism create consistent year-round occupancy in city centers.

🔥
High Demand Zone

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

🏥
Medical Tourism

Major medical facilities bring traveling nurses, patients, and families needing extended stays.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
F
Negative Cash Flow
CoC: -19.8%
Can You Pay the Bills?
Risky
May struggle with payments
THE BOTTOM LINE

This market has STR regulations to be aware of. Many hosts operate successfully with proper permits. Research local ordinances before committing.

💵
$132
Avg ADR
📅
60%
Occupancy
💰
$2,376
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$1013K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,307
2BR
$1,778
3BR
$2,379
4BR
$3,202
5BR
$3,921
6BR+
$4,640
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEParking
+18%
MUST HAVEWalkability
+15%
HIGH IMPACTWorkspace
+12%
HIGH IMPACTFast WiFi
+10%
NICE TO HAVERooftop/Patio
+8%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $4,640/month
2
Add a Parking
Boost revenue by +18%
3
Target $2,970/month
Top 25% performer income goal

📋 Regulation Status

RegulatedPermit: HardVerified Data

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

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Cambridge, Massachusetts is rated F for Airbnb investment with a score of 24/100 (AVOID). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $132, 60% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $2,376. Median home value is $1,012,783 with a cash-on-cash return of -19.8%. STR regulation status: Regulated. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.