Davenport is a high DSCR friendliness short-term rental market within the Theme park vacation category. Property type and tourism patterns drive STR economics here in particular ways that distinguish Davenport from peer destinations.
Davenport, FL is a high short-term rental DSCR market. Property type: Theme park vacation. Median home value approximately $445K. Average nightly rate: $305.
Occupancy rate in Davenport averages approximately 66%, which combined with the nightly rate produces gross annual revenue per property of approximately $73K.
Davenport hosts Champions Gate, Solterra Resort — premium Disney-area STR. Resort-style amenities. STR regulatory environment in Davenport: lenient.
Davenport seasonality and tourism patterns
Tourist demand in Davenport tends toward tourism segments specific to the destination.
Davenport STR economics
Davenport STR cash flow math: $73K gross revenue minus operating costs of approximately $29K (cleaning, supplies, management, marketing, utilities) leaves roughly $44K for debt service and net cash flow.
Davenport specific FAQ
Davenport sees varied seasonal patterns. Lenders use annual averaged occupancy in underwriting.
Property type performance varies in Davenport. Analyze comparable data via AirDNA.
Davenport is generally STR-friendly with standard registration requirements.
Davenport averages approximately 66% occupancy. Premium properties outperform; standard properties cluster near average.
Davenport averages approximately $305 per night. Premium units command 1.5-2.5x average.
Full-service STR management in Davenport runs 20-35% of gross revenue. Co-host arrangements run 15-25%. Self-management saves the fee but consumes 10-20 hours weekly.
A Davenport STR at the median home value of $445K typically requires 25-30% down, furniture and setup ($15K-50K), reserves (6-12 months PITIA), and closing costs. Total initial capital roughly $191K+.
Bottom line for Davenport STR investors
Davenport STR works for investors comfortable with the theme park vacation operating profile and lenient regulatory environment. Match the property to the market and the math typically works. Mismatch and the property struggles regardless of underwriting.
STR regulations vary by city and change frequently. Verify current local rules before acquisition.