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Tangier Island

Accomack County, VA

STR Investment Grade

Transparent Scoring
B
64/100
⚠️ HOLD
Score Breakdown
💰Cash-on-Cash
18/35
🏠Affordability
18/25
📅Year-Round Income
5/15
🤝Landlord Friendly
8/10
📈Room to Grow
15/15
Cash-on-Cash
5.7%
Marginal (5%+)
Median Home
$240K
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 Tangier Island 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 Tangier Island?

Waterfront Market

What drives short-term rental demand here

Waterfront Living

Direct water access and scenic views drive premium pricing and high guest satisfaction scores.

⚖️
Balanced Supply

Healthy supply-demand ratio means room for new listings without oversaturation concerns.

Will This Deal Work?

Investment Grade
B
Marginal (5%+)
CoC: 5.7%
Can You Pay the Bills?
YES
Income covers mortgage
THE BOTTOM LINE ⚠️

Good opportunity. Solid fundamentals but may require careful property selection.

💵
$188
Avg ADR
📅
42%
Occupancy
💰
$2,369
Monthly Revenue
🏠
$240K
Median Price

Market estimates · Updated Feb 2026

📊 Income by Property Size

Monthly revenue estimates by bedroom count

1BR
$1,303
2BR
$1,777
3BR
$2,369
4BR
$3,198
5BR
$3,909
6BR+
$4,620
⭐ Best

🏠 Top Amenities for This Market

Add these to boost your revenue

MUST HAVEWater View
+22%
MUST HAVEDock Access
+15%
HIGH IMPACTKayaks/Canoes
+10%
HIGH IMPACTFire Pit
+8%
NICE TO HAVEHot Tub
+14%

🎯 Your Next Steps

1
Search for 6BR+ properties
Best income potential at $4,620/month
2
Add a Water View
Boost revenue by +22%
3
Target $2,961/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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Tangier Island, Virginia is rated B for Airbnb investment with a score of 64/100 (HOLD). The market has an average daily rate (ADR) of $188, 42% occupancy, and estimated monthly STR revenue of $2,369. Median home value is $240,000 with a cash-on-cash return of 5.7%. STR regulation status: Legal. Data powered by Edge by Teeco using estimated market data.