Houston, TX

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Key Performance Metrics

Market snapshot

Performance indicators for the Houston short-term rental market based on reliable data.

Listings

9936 / 26364

Reliable / Active

Cap Rate

10%

Middle-Earners Gross Yield

Revenue

$26,200

Middle-Earners Revenue

Occupancy

61%

Middle-Earners Occupancy

Home Value

$261,976

Median Home Sale Price

Top Earners

$57,152

Top-Earners Revenue

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B

Generally Investor friendly

Houston Regulations

STRs are allowed citywide with no visible caps, and registration is straightforward ($275 + $33.10, annual renewal) but entails moderate complexity (multi-document portal in one session, $1M insurance, human trafficking training, HOT filings). Enforcement is active with daily penalties and a complaint hotline, but the process is clear and manageable for investors.

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About Houston

Houston, TX, is the largest city in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, with a population of approximately 2.3 million people. Situated in Southeast Texas, Houston is about 50 miles inland from the Gulf of Mexico and around 197 miles east of San Antonio, the closest major city.

Houston boasts a diverse cultural scene and a strong economy driven by sectors like energy, healthcare, and aerospace. Landmarks such as the Space Center Houston (https://spacecenter.org/),,) the Houston Museum of Natural Science (https://www.hmns.org/),,) and the Houston Zoo (https://www.houstonzoo.org/)) attract a significant number of visitors.

The city's appeal for short-term rentals is heightened by its vibrant districts like Downtown Houston, known for its theater district and Discovery Green park (https://www.discoverygreen.com/),,) and the historic Heights district, characterized by its quaint shops and restaurants. The Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, also makes Houston a prime location for those seeking temporary accommodations for medical purposes. Landmark sporting venues like Minute Maid Park (https://www.mlb.com/astros/ballpark),,) home of the Houston Astros, and NRG Stadium (https://www.nrgpark.com/nrg-stadium/),,) home of the Houston Texans, are also focal points for attracting short-term visitors.

Additionally, Houston’s extensive network of parks and green spaces, such as Hermann Park (https://www.hermannpark.org/)) and Buffalo Bayou Park (https://buffalobayou.org/visit/destination/buffalo-bayou-park/),,) further enhance its appeal, offering natural retreats within the urban environment. This combination of cultural, medical, and recreational attractions makes Houston an attractive destination for short-term rentals.

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