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Rock Hall

Kent County, MD

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
D
40/100
⚠️ CAUTION
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
5/35
🏠Affordability
6/25
📅Year-Round Income
9/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
5/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
-1.9%
Negative Cash Flow
Median Home
$351K
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 Rock Hall 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 Rock Hall?

Waterfront Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

Waterfront Living

Direct water access and scenic views drive premium pricing and high guest satisfaction scores.

⚖️
Balanced Supply

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

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
D
Negative Cash Flow
CoC: -1.9%
Can You Pay the Bills?
Risky
May struggle with payments
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Below average. Significant challenges may impact profitability.

💵
$198
Avg ADR
📅
45%
Occupancy
💰
$2,673
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$351K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,470
2BR
$2,005
3BR
$2,673
4BR
$3,609
5BR
$4,410
6BR+
$5,212
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEWater View
+22%
MUST HAVEDock Access
+15%
HIGH IMPACTKayaks/Canoes
+10%
HIGH IMPACTFire Pit
+8%
NICE TO HAVEHot Tub
+14%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $5,212/month
2
Add a Water View
Boost revenue by +22%
3
Target $3,341/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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Rock Hall, Maryland is rated D for Airbnb investment with a score of 40/100 (CAUTION). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $198, 45% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $2,673. Median home value is $350,632 with a cash-on-cash return of -1.9%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.