HomeStakes Top Property Picks August 13

Welcome to this week's exclusive list of some of the most lucrative vacation rental properties across the country! This week we dive into properties across Alabama, Texas, and Florida that stand out as short-term rental markets.

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Dive into our top properties of the week and discover what makes them stand out in the vacation rental market. Equip yourself with the knowledge you need to make informed decisions and excel in your vacation rental property investment journey!

Gulf Shores, Alabama, Vacation Homes

1413 E Fairway Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

List Price: $558,000
Accommodations: 3 Bed / 3 Bath - 2,446 SF on 0.46 Acres lot
Total estimated revenue: $65,787
Occupancy rate: 56%
Daily rate: $316
NOI: $43,555
Location: A-
Property Summary: This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, built in 1990, has a cozy living space with a fireplace. The open floor plan connects the living area to a well-equipped kitchen, perfect for entertaining. The bedrooms are spacious with lots of natural light, and the bathrooms are stylish and convenient. A screened porch overlooks the beautifully landscaped yard.
Notes: The interior of this home is in perfect turnkey condition, while the exterior just needs some backyard cleaning; adding a fence could enhance its beauty and privacy, and the large backyard offers potential for adding entertainment features. Located near parks, ballfields, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pools, as well as grocery stores, pharmacies, the library, medical facilities, and numerous restaurants, this home allows you to enjoy kayaking on the lagoon, walking trails, and the white quartz beaches of the Gulf of Mexico with its emerald green waters. It is 8 minutes from Gulf Shores International Airport, 2 minutes from Gulf Shores Fire Station 3, and close to many other amenities.

473 W 22nd Ave, Gulf Shores, AL 36542

List Price: $459,000
Accommodations: 3 Bed / 2 Bath - 2,204 SF on 0.34 Acres lot
Total estimated revenue: $57,737
Occupancy rate: 52%
Daily rate: $304
NOI: $36,551
Location: A
Property Summary: This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, built in 1990, has a cozy living space with a fireplace. The open floor plan connects the living area to a well-equipped kitchen, perfect for entertaining. The bedrooms are spacious with lots of natural light, and the bathrooms are stylish and convenient. A screened porch overlooks the beautifully landscaped yard.
Notes: The interior of this home is in perfect turnkey condition, while the exterior needs some backyard cleaning. Located near the stunning beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama, approximately 3 miles from the consistently top-rated beach destination, this property is in a highly desirable area that offers a perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. With the beach just a short drive away and all the amenities of Gulf Shores easily accessible, you’ll enjoy the best of coastal living. It is 6 minutes from Gulf Shores Fire Station 3 and South Baldwin Regional Medical Center - Freestanding Emergency Department, 7 minutes from Gulf Shores International Airport, and close to schools, cafes, markets, shopping centers, restaurants, fishing charters, and many other amenities.

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