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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

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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 Feb 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.