Tybee Island sits in the beach STR category — a market profile with specific seasonal patterns, guest expectations, and regulatory considerations. The moderate STR regulatory environment shapes which acquisitions are workable.
Tybee Island, GA is a medium short-term rental DSCR market. Property type: Beach. Median home value approximately $595K. Average nightly rate: $305.
Occupancy rate in Tybee Island averages approximately 62%, which combined with the nightly rate produces gross annual revenue per property of approximately $69K.
Tybee Island Georgia coastal STR. STR regulatory environment in Tybee Island: moderate.
Tybee Island seasonality and tourism patterns
Tourist demand in Tybee Island tends toward tourism segments specific to the destination.
Tybee Island STR economics
Tybee Island STR cash flow math: $69K gross revenue minus operating costs of approximately $28K (cleaning, supplies, management, marketing, utilities) leaves roughly $41K for debt service and net cash flow.
Tybee Island specific FAQ
Tybee Island sees varied seasonal patterns. Lenders use annual averaged occupancy in underwriting.
Property type performance varies in Tybee Island. Analyze comparable data via AirDNA.
Tybee Island has moderate STR regulations.
Tybee Island averages approximately 62% occupancy. Premium properties outperform; standard properties cluster near average.
Tybee Island averages approximately $305 per night. Premium units command 1.5-2.5x average.
Full-service STR management in Tybee Island runs 20-35% of gross revenue. Co-host arrangements run 15-25%. Self-management saves the fee but consumes 10-20 hours weekly.
A Tybee Island STR at the median home value of $595K typically requires 25-30% down, furniture and setup ($15K-50K), reserves (6-12 months PITIA), and closing costs. Total initial capital roughly $243K+.
Bottom line for Tybee Island STR investors
Tybee Island STR works for investors comfortable with the beach operating profile and moderate 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.