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ROAM Market Score
Strong
Au Train Township, Michigan
How the ROAM Market Score is calculated
Each of the six inputs below is normalized to a 0–100 scale, multiplied by its weight, and summed. Weights are fixed across all ROAM markets so scores are directly comparable. The score reflects market fundamentals — ROAM's own performance is surfaced separately on the cards below.
| Input | Weight | 0–100 | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yield | 25% | 100 | 25.00 |
| Occupancy | 20% | 48 | 9.60 |
| Regulations | 20% | 100 | 20.00 |
| Density | 15% | 97 | 14.55 |
| Seasonality | 10% | 80 | 8.00 |
| Population | 10% | 31 | 3.10 |
| Au Train Township Total | 80 | ||
Ratios (Yield, Occupancy, Population) are normalized as ratio × 66.7 and capped at 150% to prevent outlier skew. Regulation is a direct 0–100 rubric. Density uses piecewise decay: gentle linear under 10/1K, logarithmic above. Seasonality is median month ÷ mean month × 100. Tiers: 90+ Exceptional · 75–89 Strong · 60–74 Solid · 40–59 Challenging · 0–39 Poor.
Gross Yield
Income / Average Home Value
22.3%
Scale 0–15% · Based on $208K avg home
Population
Drive Time Reach
Population within driving distance · 4M benchmark
Occupancy Rate
Booked Nights / Available Nights
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Regulatory
Compliance & Permit Status
Exceptional
Regulatory environment at a glance.
Density
Local, County & Regional Listings
Compared with 4 nearest markets within 60 mi · bars normalized to densest
Revenue Trend
12-Month Performance
Seasonal Demand
Monthly Revenue Distribution
Score = median month ÷ mean month × 100 · 100 = perfectly balanced year
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Why Au Train Township Is One of Michigan's Best Vacation Rental Markets
Au Train Township scores 80 — strong tier — with a gross yield of 22.32%, well above the Michigan state yield of 6.1%, a gap of 16.2 points. Typical home value (Zillow index) runs about $207,800. The market carries 117 active listings and about 145,800 people within an hour, widening to roughly 494,300 within two hours and 1.8 million within three; Green Bay is the nearest metro.
Market-wide averages across every listing — most of them self-managed by owner-operators, without professional pricing or multi-channel distribution — put the average listing at $46,393 a year, the top quartile at $59,832, and the top tenth at $79,996. ROAM's full-service vacation rental management in Au Train Township applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations.
Regulation is friendly: no permit is required, and Au Train Township has no STR-specific ordinance — general zoning and nuisance codes apply, alongside the state's 6% use tax on stays under 30 days. See the Alger County hub. See Munising.
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Best Times to Rent Your Au Train Township Vacation Property
July brings the highest revenue of the year in Au Train Township, while April is the trough. July revenue runs about 3.67 times April's, a wide swing across the calendar. That figure is a revenue ratio, not an occupancy or booking count, and it combines the effects of pricing and demand across the season. The size of that gap still means shoulder-season pricing deserves real attention rather than being an afterthought, particularly in the months bordering the July peak and the April trough. ROAM's approach applies dynamic pricing across the calendar.
Explore the region: see the Alger County hub, Burt Township, Grand Marais, Munising, and the wider Upper Peninsula region for more Michigan short-term rental markets ROAM tracks nearby.
Au Train Township Short-Term Rental Regulations & Permit Requirements
- Regulation Status
- Friendly
- Permit Required
- No
- Permit Type
- None
- Owner-Occupancy Required
- No
- Governing Body
- Township Zoning/Planning
No STR-specific ordinance found for Au Train Township as of 2026-04-22. General zoning and nuisance codes apply. State 6% use tax required on transient accommodations under 30 days. County context: Alger County has no countywide STR ordinance. Munising has an STR ordinance with an active moratorium (Aug 2024 through ~Aug 2026). Other townships (Au Train, Burt, Grand Island, Munising Twp) are largely unregulated.
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Schedule a CallWhat Types of Properties Perform Best in Au Train Township?
In Au Train Township, revenue climbs with bedroom count: studios average $31,448 a year, one-bedrooms $33,002, two-bedrooms $38,478, three-bedrooms $50,225, four-bedrooms $55,176, and five-bedrooms top the range at $70,028. Nightly rates follow the same pattern, from $196 for a studio to $519 for a five-bedroom. Occupancy moves the opposite way — 43.34% for studios down to 35.15% for five-bedrooms. The larger sizes bring in the most annual revenue in this market despite booking fewer nights. ROAM's services apply dynamic pricing and professional operations across every size.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
Studio
$31,448/yr
$196/night
1BR
$33,002/yr
$216/night
2BR
$38,478/yr
$257/night
3BR
$50,225/yr
$341/night
4BR
$55,176/yr
$388/night
5BR
$70,028/yr
$519/night
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Au Train Township Vacation Rentals
Do I need a permit for a short-term rental in Au Train Township, Michigan?
No. Au Train Township does not require a permit for short-term rentals — permit type is listed as none, and there's no STR-specific ordinance in place for the township as of the April 2026 verification. General zoning and nuisance codes still apply, along with the state's 6% use tax on stays under 30 days.
How much can a vacation rental make in Au Train Township?
Market-wide averages across every listing — most of them self-managed by owner-operators, without professional pricing or multi-channel distribution — put the average listing in Au Train Township at $46,393 a year. The top quartile earns $59,832, and the top decile reaches $79,996.
What's the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Au Train Township?
The average occupancy rate is 38.61%, which sits 15.4 points below the Michigan average.
What's the average nightly rate for a short-term rental in Au Train Township?
Nightly rates vary by property size in Au Train Township, running from about $196 for a studio to $519 for a five-bedroom home, with two-bedrooms averaging $257 and three-bedrooms $341.
Is Au Train Township a good market for short-term rental investment?
Au Train Township scores 80 — strong tier — with a gross yield of 22.32%, well above the 6.1% Michigan state average. Typical home value (Zillow index) is about $207,800.
What are the short-term rental regulations in Au Train Township?
Regulation in Au Train Township is friendly. No permit is required, and there's no STR-specific ordinance for the township — general zoning and nuisance codes apply, along with the state's 6% use tax on stays under 30 days. This was last verified April 22, 2026.
What's peak season for vacation rentals in Au Train Township?
July is the peak month for revenue in Au Train Township, and April is the trough. July revenue runs about 3.67 times April's.
What size property performs best as a short-term rental in Au Train Township?
Five-bedroom properties bring in the most revenue in Au Train Township, averaging $70,028 a year at a $519 nightly rate, though occupancy is lowest for that size at 35.15%. Three- and four-bedroom homes also perform well, averaging $50,225 and $55,176.
What gross yield can a rental property earn in Au Train Township?
Gross yield in Au Train Township runs 22.32%, compared with the Michigan state average of 6.1% — a gap of 16.2 points.
Why do short-term rental revenues vary so much in Au Train Township?
Property size is a major source of variation: studios average $31,448 a year in Au Train Township, while five-bedroom homes average $70,028. Nightly rates rise with size too, from $196 to $519, while occupancy runs slightly lower for the larger units.
How much does vacation rental management cost in Au Train Township?
ROAM prices full-service vacation rental management in Au Train Township as one transparent, per-property structure — [start with a revenue assessment](https://roammgmt.com/get-started/) to see the numbers for your home.
Who manages Airbnbs and vacation rentals in Au Train Township, Michigan?
ROAM is a Michigan vacation rental management company operating across the state, including Au Train Township — providing full-service Airbnb management with dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations.
How much can I make renting my Au Train Township property on Airbnb?
The average Au Train Township vacation rental earns approximately $50,225 per year, based on current market data. Properties managed by ROAM typically outperform the market average by 30-50% through optimized pricing, professional photography, and listing optimization.
Do I need a permit for a short-term rental in Au Train Township?
Au Train Township does not currently require a specific STR permit. ROAM handles all permit applications and renewals for managed properties.
What does vacation rental management cost in Au Train Township?
ROAM offers competitive management packages with transparent pricing. Our fees are structured to align our success with yours — we earn more when your property earns more. Visit our packages page for current pricing.
How does ROAM compare to other Au Train Township property managers?
ROAM combines local Michigan expertise with proprietary technology (Signal) for listing optimization and dynamic pricing. Unlike national platforms, we have boots on the ground in your market and treat every property as our own.
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