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Tenkiller

Cherokee County, OK

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
A
81/100
BUY
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
25/35
🏠Affordability
22/25
📅Year-Round Income
9/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
10/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
13.9%
Good (10%+)
Median Home
$199K
Very Affordable
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 Tenkiller 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 Tenkiller?

Lake Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

🌊
Lakefront Appeal

Waterfront properties command premium rates with strong summer demand and growing shoulder seasons.

🔥
High Demand Zone

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

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
A
Good (10%+)
CoC: 13.9%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE

Excellent opportunity! Strong cash flow potential with favorable market conditions.

💵
$163
Avg ADR
📅
50%
Occupancy
💰
$2,445
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$199K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,345
2BR
$1,834
3BR
$2,445
4BR
$3,301
5BR
$4,034
6BR+
$4,768
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVELake Access
+22%
MUST HAVEDock/Boat Slip
+18%
HIGH IMPACTFire Pit
+12%
HIGH IMPACTKayaks/Canoes
+10%
NICE TO HAVEHot Tub
+15%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $4,768/month
2
Add a Lake Access
Boost revenue by +22%
3
Target $3,056/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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Tenkiller, Oklahoma is rated A for Airbnb investment with a score of 81/100 (BUY). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $163, 50% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $2,445. Median home value is $199,000 with a cash-on-cash return of 13.9%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.