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New York City

New York County, NY

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
D
41/100
❌ AVOID
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
10/35
🏠Affordability
2/25
📅Year-Round Income
15/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
2/10
📈Room to Grow
12/15
Cash-on-Cash
1.8%
Break-even
Median Home
$805K
Very Expensive
Room to Grow
12/15
Good Headroom
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Strict STR Regulations

De facto ban since 2023 (Local Law 18)

NYC's Local Law 18 (2023) requires host registration, host must be present, max 2 guests. Effectively banned most Airbnb stays. Thousands of listings removed.

Permit: Very HardOwner-Occupied OnlyPermit Cap in Effect
Grade Impact: Base score of 41/100 would be grade D, but capped at D (41/100) due to regulation risk.
Verified data as of February 2026 · Regulations change frequently
📞 How to Verify
Call the New York City 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?
Some banned cities still have grandfathered operators or exemptions — it's worth calling to understand your options.

Why New York City?

Rural Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🌾
Rural & Country Market

Privacy seekers and remote workers fuel growing demand for secluded, nature-adjacent stays.

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Growing Market

Population and economic growth signal increasing demand and property appreciation potential.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
D
Break-even
CoC: 1.8%
Can You Pay the Bills?
✓
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE ❌

This market has strict STR regulations. Some operators still succeed here, but thorough research into local ordinances and permits is essential before committing.

💵
$285
Avg ADR
📅
82%
Occupancy
💰
$7,011
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$805K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated June 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$2,454
2BR
$4,557
3BR
$7,011
4BR
$10,166
5BR
$12,620
6BR+
$15,074
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEHot Tub
+20%
HIGH IMPACTFire Pit
+12%
HIGH IMPACTPrivacy/Seclusion
+15%
HIGH IMPACTOutdoor Space
+10%
NICE TO HAVEGame Room
+14%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $15,074/month
2
Add a Hot Tub
Boost revenue by +20%
3
Target $8,764/month
Top 25% performer income goal

📋 Regulation Status

Strict RulesPermit: Very HardVerified Data

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

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New York City, New York is rated D for Airbnb investment with a score of 41/100 (AVOID). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $285, 82% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $7,011. Median home value is $804,879 with a cash-on-cash return of 1.8%. STR regulation status: Strict Rules. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.