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Red Lodge

Carbon County, MT

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
D
38/100
⚠️ CAUTION
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
5/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
9/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
10/10
📈Room to Grow
12/15
Cash-on-Cash
-3.5%
Negative Cash Flow
Median Home
$490K
Very 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 Red Lodge 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 Red Lodge?

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.

🔥
High Demand Zone

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

⛷️
Ski Season

Winter sports enthusiasts drive premium rates during peak ski season months.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
D
Negative Cash Flow
CoC: -3.5%
Can You Pay the Bills?
Risky
May struggle with payments
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Below average. Significant challenges may impact profitability.

💵
$225
Avg ADR
📅
52%
Occupancy
💰
$3,510
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$490K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,580
2BR
$2,632
3BR
$3,510
4BR
$4,738
5BR
$5,792
6BR+
$6,844
⭐ 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 $6,844/month
2
Add a Hot Tub
Boost revenue by +22%
3
Target $4,388/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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Red Lodge, Montana is rated D for Airbnb investment with a score of 38/100 (CAUTION). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $225, 52% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $3,510. Median home value is $490,019 with a cash-on-cash return of -3.5%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.