CALL IT A HOT TAKE, BUT...
Not Every Property Works as a Short Term Rental
Nashville is one of the most competitive and highly regulated short term rental markets in the country. While demand continues to grow, not every property is eligible, and not every deal makes financial sense.
That’s where most buyers go wrong.
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I specialize in helping clients evaluate short term rental opportunities before emotions take over. From zoning and permitting to revenue potential and location strategy, every property is analyzed through a performance first lens.
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Whether you're buying your first Airbnb or adding to your portfolio, the goal is simple: make a decision that holds up long after closing.
Full Service STR Investment Guidance
Property Identification
Find STR eligible properties in the right locations, not just homes that look good online.
Zoning & Permit Strategy
Navigate Nashville’s NOOSTR permit requirements, owner-occupancy rules, and zoning eligibility with guidance from someone who has done it before. No guesswork, no surprises at closing.
Investment Analysis
Offer to Operation Support
• Projected nightly rates
• Estimated occupancy
• Annual revenue potential
• Market demand and competition
Guidance from contract to certificate so you are not navigating the process alone.
A Strategy First Approach
Nashville remains one of the strongest short term rental markets due to consistent tourism, events, and year round demand.
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When approached strategically, STRs can outperform long term rentals in both flexibility and income potential. The key is buying in the right location, understanding regulations, and positioning the property to perform.
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Most agents help you find a property. I help you decide whether you should buy it at all.
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• Analyze zoning and permit eligibility upfront
• Underwrite the deal before you get attached
• Identify real revenue potential
• Evaluate competition and saturation
• Flag risks early
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No guessing. No chasing deals that do not pencil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I run a short-term rental in Nashville?
It depends on zoning and whether you plan to owner-occupy. Nashville distinguishes between two types of short-term rentals: owner-occupied and non-owner-occupied. Owner-occupied rentals are primary residences in which the owner lives on-site and may rent out rooms or the entire home; these are still allowed in most residential areas. Non-owner-occupied (investor-owned) properties face stricter rules.
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What is NOOSTR?
NOOSTR stands for Non-Owner Occupied Short Term Rental. In Nashville, these are heavily regulated and require a specific permit and zoning classification. Most residential properties do not qualify.
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How do I know whether a property will cash-flow as an Airbnb?
Projected revenue depends on location, bedroom count, seasonality, and local competition. I underwrite every deal before you get attached to it.
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Do I need a real estate agent who specializes in STRs?
A general agent can find you a property. An STR-focused agent can tell you whether it will perform and catch zoning red flags before you're under contract.
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Should I consider a mid-term rental instead of a short-term rental?
In many cases, yes. Mid-term rentals — stays of 30 days or longer — fall outside Nashville's STRP permitting framework, carry lower operating costs, attract a more stable tenant profile, and are currently available at better acquisition price points than STR-premiumed inventory.