10 Best Places to Buy Short-Term Rentals in Miami (2026)

According to Chalet Data, Miami’s short-term rental landscape in 2026 is defined by sharp contrasts and clear winners. The city’s highest-yielding neighborhoods cluster in central and northwestern pockets, where median gross yields stretch from 13.3% in Hadley Park down to 9.8% in Midtown.

Entry prices vary dramatically, with some areas like Santa Clara and Latin Quarter offering sub-$420K medians, while Shorecrest’s typical home tops $860K. Across the city, Miami’s 8.7% median yield lands it near the US median, but occupancy rates are a full 13 points above the national average, reflecting robust demand even as home values have dipped 2.5% year-over-year.

Recent data shows a market recalibrating. Occupancy is up 3%, ADR has surged 38%, and active listings have dropped by nearly a third, tightening supply and pushing committed operators to the fore.

The neighborhoods that make this list are those where revenue and occupancy remain resilient, and where the payback period for a typical active operator can be as short as 7.5 years. If you’re looking to buy into Miami’s short-term rental market, these are the places where the numbers argue loudest.

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Data as of July 11, 2026. Each listing’s annual revenue is calculated from its own ADR × occupancy × 365 on trailing 12-month data, gross before expenses. The table reports the median listing’s revenue, alongside independently computed median ADR and median occupancy. Gross yield divides median revenue by the median home value (Zillow Home Value Index). See methodology for details. The active-operator revenue figure filters to listings with real, sustained booking activity and is the underwriting benchmark for buyers.

1. Hadley Park: Miami’s Yield Outlier with Fastest Payback

Hadley Park leads Miami’s short-term rental market with a 13.3% gross yield, the highest in the city and firmly in the 83rd percentile nationwide. The neighborhood’s $415,388 median home value is among the lowest on this list, helping to keep the payback period under 8 years for active operators. March is the high-water mark for occupancy, spiking to 82% with an ADR of $180, while June sees a sharp dip to 35% occupancy, underscoring a pronounced seasonal swing.

Winter carries 37% of annual revenue, making it the most lucrative stretch, while summer and fall are quieter. Despite a 35% drop in occupancy year-over-year, ADR has surged 38%, and listing supply has tightened by 21%. This pattern suggests that while demand is softening, operators who remain are capturing higher nightly rates. The most common property is a 1-bedroom, but the revenue profile rewards efficiency and value-focused buyers.

For a closer look at Hadley Park’s seasonality and property mix, see the full analytics page.

Who this market is ideal for: Value-driven investors seeking a short payback and resilience to price shifts.

2. Omni Pac: High ADRs and Consistent Winter Demand

Price-conscious investors will note Omni Pac’s median ADR of $390, which soars above both the city and US medians and pushes the neighborhood’s gross yield to the 80th percentile nationally. Occupancy surges to 67% in March, with rates peaking at $433, reflecting a strong winter high season that accounts for 37% of annual revenue. September, in contrast, brings the slowest period, with occupancy dropping to 36% as both business and leisure travel wane after summer.

Momentum data reveals a nuanced story. Despite a 16% year-over-year decline in occupancy, ADRs have climbed 32% while active listings fell 13%. This suggests that operators able to withstand softer demand are raising rates and capturing higher revenue per booking.

Larger groups or families will find that 4-bedroom properties lead in earnings, even though the typical property is a 2-bedroom, providing buyers with a clear target. Underwriting here must account for both robust seasonal peaks and the recent volatility in demand, as active-operator revenue offers a payback period of roughly 8 years. Explore Omni Pac’s revenue breakdown and bedroom mix on its analytics dashboard.

Who this market is ideal for: Buyers seeking high nightly rates and diversified property types in a central, competitive market.

3. Miami Avenue: Occupancy Leader with Tightening Supply

Market fundamentals in Miami Avenue have shifted dramatically over the past year, as a 25% drop in active full-time listings collided with surging demand. Occupancy rates now average 62%, peaking at 71% in February when nightly rates hit $414, and even during the October trough, occupancy holds at 44%. These figures place Miami Avenue in the 79th percentile for gross yield among 501 US short-term rental markets, and its ADR of $282 outpaces the US median by more than 20%.

Seasonal momentum is strongest in winter and spring, which together deliver 65% of annual revenue and drive headline returns. The payback period stands at about 8.2 years of gross active-operator revenue, a competitive benchmark for underwriting in a market where supply constraints are fueling double-digit occupancy and ADR growth.

Miami Avenue’s most common property is a 1-bedroom, but investors able to offer larger or more upscale listings can capture a disproportionate share of the rising revenue curve. For a closer look at unit-level performance, see the analytics page.

Who this market is ideal for: Investors prioritizing high occupancy and fast-moving market dynamics.

4. Shorecrest: High Revenue, High Entry Price

Revenue performance in Shorecrest is shaped by both robust winter demand and a remarkably even seasonal split. February’s peak occupancy of 74% at an ADR of $159 highlights the winter surge, yet summer and fall still combine for 47% of yearly revenue, softening the impact of October’s 44% occupancy trough. This balance means operators avoid the sharp off-seasons that challenge other Miami neighborhoods, and can rely on steady bookings throughout the year.

Compared to the US field, Shorecrest’s 11.5% gross yield sits in the 73rd percentile, with occupancy rates far above the national median of 45%. The active-operator revenue of $97,135 and a payback period of about 8.9 years reflect efficient operations, even as the $860,673 median home value creates a high barrier to entry.

A 24% drop in listings over the past year has helped tighten supply, supporting the 2% occupancy and 18% ADR gains. Most listings are 1-bedrooms, but investors seeking higher returns may find larger homes more competitive in this resilient, high-revenue market. For more, see Shorecrest’s full analytics.

Who this market is ideal for: Buyers with capital for a higher entry price who want strong, year-round revenue.

5. West Brickell: Occupancy-Heavy, Seasonal Upside

Revenue in West Brickell is shaped by the market’s outstanding occupancy, which reaches 83% in November and sustains a 75% median across the year, well above the US median of 45%.

Although the average daily rate of $219 lags the national median, the reliable booking volume delivers $67,519 in annual revenue, with winter alone generating 43% of the yearly total and fall contributing another 24%. Investors should note that June occupancy drops sharply to 26%, underscoring the importance of winter and fall for cash flow planning.

Recent momentum data shows a shifting landscape. Occupancy has fallen 44% year-over-year, but ADR has surged 44% while listings are down 24%. This suggests that fewer operators are now competing for demand, allowing those remaining to command higher nightly rates even as overall bookings soften. With most listings being 1-bedrooms (30 out of 37), underwriting should consider whether larger units might capture unmet demand.

The current payback period of about 9.2 years to recoup the median purchase price is competitive for a market in the 72nd percentile of US gross yields, but success will depend on managing pronounced seasonality and adapting to shifting demand patterns. West Brickell’s analytics page offers deeper insight into its seasonality and revenue curve.

Who this market is ideal for: Operators who can manage seasonality and want a bookings-driven model.

6. Santa Clara: Affordable Entry with Steady Returns

Price-driven buyers will find Santa Clara’s $410,294 median home value a rare low among Miami’s top neighborhoods, making it especially attractive for those seeking entry-level investment with less capital at risk. The market’s 11.1% gross yield sits in the 69th percentile nationally, well above the US median of 9.0%, while occupancy (58%) and average daily rate ($182) reflect strong guest demand relative to the broader field.

Notably, occupancy soars to 77% with a $238 ADR in February, then dips to just 38% in September, illustrating the heavy influence of Miami’s winter and spring travel seasons, together, these two periods drive 64% of annual revenue.

Recent momentum points to tightening conditions. Occupancy has climbed 5% and ADR jumped 22%, even as active listings fell 36% over the past year, signaling a supply squeeze that benefits existing operators. Most properties are 1-bedrooms (28 out of 54), but 2-bedrooms command the highest annual earnings ($31,337 at $203 ADR), giving investors a clear path to outperform the market median with a slightly larger unit.

Santa Clara’s analytics highlight how strong seasonality and market resilience shape returns month by month. Investors can anticipate a relatively swift return by national standards, as the payback period on active-operator revenue is about 9.4 years.

Who this market is ideal for: Entry-level buyers or investors seeking a lower price point with solid returns.

7. Latin Quarter: Occupancy Gains and Supply Squeeze

Pricing in Latin Quarter remains attractive for investors, with a median home value of $368,589, well below many Miami neighborhoods, while generating a 10.6% gross yield that places the area in the 67th percentile nationally. Occupancy performance is robust, reaching a high of 79% in March (ADR $173) and falling to 40% in September, a swing that highlights the area’s pronounced seasonality and the importance of winter and spring, which together deliver 61% of annual revenue.

Momentum in the past year has been shaped by a dramatic 18% drop in active listings, which, combined with a 25% occupancy surge and a 59% jump in ADR, reveals a classic supply squeeze driving both higher rates and fuller calendars.

The ~9.7-year payback period, based on active-operator revenue, signals a relatively swift path to recouping investment, especially given that 2-bedroom units command $37,261 annually at a $205 ADR, nearly double the median. For a detailed breakdown of Latin Quarter’s property mix and revenue trends, see its analytics page.

Who this market is ideal for: Buyers seeking strong occupancy and a low entry price amid tightening supply.

8. Central: Budget-Friendly with Variable Demand

Budget-focused buyers find Central attractive thanks to its $418,962 median home value, which sits below many Miami peers and pairs with a 9.9% gross yield that places the neighborhood in the 61st percentile among 501 US short-term rental markets.

Spring delivers the highest returns, accounting for 32% of annual revenue, with occupancy peaking at 72% in March when average daily rates also climb to $174. By contrast, June sees occupancy drop sharply to 29%, reflecting the area’s pronounced seasonality and the need for operators to plan for wide demand swings.

Recent data shows a 24% year-over-year decline in occupancy and a 7% decrease in ADR, alongside a 36% drop in active listings, signaling that demand has softened and competition has thinned. Yet, active operators are still achieving $40,649 in annual revenue, nearly matching the market headline, which suggests experienced hosts can outperform despite headwinds.

Central’s analytics page explores how variable demand and pronounced peak seasons affect investor outcomes. The payback period reaches about 10.3 years, keeping returns accessible for those able to capitalize on these market dynamics.

Who this market is ideal for: Investors looking for a lower barrier to entry and willing to navigate variable demand.

9. Brickell Business District: Urban Density and Consistent Bookings

Urban investors will find the Brickell Business District’s 9.9% gross yield and $302 average daily rate especially attractive, with occupancy consistently outperforming most U.S. markets at 64% versus the national median of 45%.

Winter dominates the revenue calendar, generating 37% of annual income as occupancy surges to 78% in February with ADRs peaking at $377, while summer’s slower pace is evident in June’s 54% occupancy and a smaller 19% seasonal revenue share. These strong winter numbers reflect the district’s appeal to business travelers and tourists escaping colder climates, sustaining high demand when other markets slow.

Operators here benefit from a mature, stable environment, as shown by steady year-over-year occupancy, a sharp 44% rise in ADR, and a 27% reduction in listings that helps maintain pricing power. Underwriting is straightforward. The payback period sits at roughly 10.4 years of gross active-operator revenue, a competitive figure for an urban market with 741 full-time listings and a median home value of $591,544.

The dominance of 1-bedroom properties (528 listings) provides a reliable entry point, but the higher-earning 3-bedrooms ($57,383/year at $429 ADR) offer a clear path for buyers seeking to maximize returns. More details are available on the Brickell Business District analytics page.

Who this market is ideal for: Buyers seeking scale, urban amenities, and proven year-round demand.

10. Midtown: Balanced Returns in a Central Location

Pricing in Midtown is competitive, with a median ADR of $284 that sits well above the US median of $232 and supports a gross yield of 9.8%, placing this neighborhood in the 60th percentile among 501 US markets.

Occupancy rates are also notably strong at 59%, peaking at 75% in February when nightly rates hit $336, and dipping to 53% in May as seasonal demand softens. This winter peak, which delivers 32% of annual revenue, reflects Miami’s draw for snowbird travelers and event-goers, while summer’s 23% share underscores the area’s year-round appeal.

Recent trends show a 3% dip in occupancy over the past year, but this has been offset by a striking 41% jump in average daily rates and an 18% reduction in listings, allowing remaining operators to capture higher revenue per booking.

With most inventory in 1-bedroom properties (67 listings, $31,943/year) but 2-bedrooms earning a substantial premium ($42,568/year at $293 ADR), buyers have a clear opportunity to underwrite for larger units. The current payback period of 10.8 years, calculated on gross active-operator revenue, signals a balanced risk profile for investors seeking steady returns in a central Miami location. For a full breakdown, visit Midtown’s analytics page.

Who this market is ideal for: Buyers who want a central location with balanced seasonality and consistent returns.

How to read these rankings before you buy

Gross yield is a powerful first filter, showing how much annual revenue a median listing produces relative to its purchase price. But it’s only the starting point. Headline revenue averages all listings, regardless of booking activity, while the active-operator benchmark filters out underperformers and reveals what a committed host can expect. Occupancy and ADR numbers in the table are medians, not averages, and multiplying them will not exactly reproduce the revenue figure due to the way each is calculated.

Buyers should always dig beyond the neighborhood median. Property-level factors, such as amenities, walkability, and regulatory compliance, can swing returns dramatically. These rankings highlight where the numbers are strongest citywide, but every purchase requires a close look at individual property performance and local rules.

How to Act on This

Miami’s short-term rental market rewards buyers who understand both the numbers and the local context. Neighborhoods with the highest yields often have lower entry prices and are more sensitive to seasonality, while luxury and urban districts offer steadier demand but require a larger upfront investment.

Regulatory compliance is essential. Miami properties must be licensed by the State of Florida and registered for tax purposes, and each municipality may have its own additional requirements. Always confirm with the relevant city or county office before closing on a property.

Property taxes in Miami-Dade County are 0.83%, and local transient rental taxes may apply depending on the neighborhood. Investors should also factor in insurance, HOA rules, and the potential for future regulation changes. The most successful buyers in Miami’s 2026 market are those who combine data-driven selection with on-the-ground diligence and a clear plan for guest experience.

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