Back to NC

Nags Head

Dare County, NC

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
C
52/100
⚠️ HOLD
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
10/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
15/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
10/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
2.4%
Break-even
Median Home
$700K
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 Nags Head 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 Nags Head?

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
C
Break-even
CoC: 2.4%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

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

💵
$305
Avg ADR
📅
68%
Occupancy
💰
$6,222
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$700K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$3,422
2BR
$4,666
3BR
$6,222
4BR
$7,777
5BR
$9,021
6BR+
$10,266
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

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

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $10,266/month
2
Add a Pool
Boost revenue by +25%
3
Target $7,778/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.

Research Comparable Listings

See active short-term rentals in this market

View Listings on Airbnb

Opens Airbnb.com in a new tab to view real listings and pricing in this market

Take the Next Step

Find homes, agents, and lenders in this market

Opens Zillow.com in a new tab

Want Jeff's Team to Help You Close?

Our coaching students get matched with vetted agents and STR-friendly lenders

Learn More
📊

Run the Numbers on a Property

Free STR calculator with comp data for any address

Ready to Invest?

See how our students earn $2K–$4K/mo from rural Airbnbs — even as first-time investors.

Apply Now

Nags Head, North Carolina is rated C for Airbnb investment with a score of 52/100 (HOLD). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $305, 68% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $6,222. Median home value is $700,151 with a cash-on-cash return of 2.4%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.