Is Airbnb Better than Long-Term Rental?

Our Airbnb vs long-term rental calculator compares net income from operating your property as a short-term rental (e.g., Airbnb) versus a traditional long-term rental.

Short-Term Rental (STR)

• Gross revenue = Nightly rate × Occupancy rate × 30 days
• After platform fee = Gross × (1 − Airbnb fee %)
• Monthly net = After platform fee − Cleaning fee − HOA − Maintenance − Utilities

Long-Term Rental (LTR)

• After management fee = Monthly rent × (1 − Management fee %)
• Monthly net = After management fee − HOA − Maintenance
• Note: Utilities are typically tenant-paid for long-term rentals.

Outputs

We project monthly net income over your chosen horizon and show total revenue, total costs, cumulative net income, and a side-by-side comparison chart.

Tips

Short-term rentals often yield higher revenue but require more management and have higher operational costs. Long-term rentals offer more stable, predictable income. The best choice depends on location, market, and your availability.