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ROAM Market Score
Exceptional
Benona 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% | 58 | 11.60 |
| Regulations | 20% | 100 | 20.00 |
| Density | 15% | 98 | 14.70 |
| Seasonality | 10% | 88 | 8.80 |
| Population | 10% | 100 | 10.00 |
| Benona Township Total | 90 | ||
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
18.2%
Scale 0–15% · Based on $249K 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 Benona Township Is One of Michigan's Best Vacation Rental Markets
Benona Township carries a market score of 90 — exceptional tier — with a gross yield of 18.21%, about 12.1 points above the Michigan state yield of 6.1%. Typical home value (Zillow index) sits at about $248,600. With 40 active listings, the market draws on a wide catchment: about 654,600 people within an hour, 3.59 million within two hours, and 17.47 million within three, with Grand Rapids as 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 about $45,000 a year, the top quartile at about $58,000, and the top tenth at about $78,000. ROAM's full-service vacation rental management in Benona Township applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations, and is Michigan's data-driven alternative to Vacasa and Evolve. No permit is required for short-term rentals here, and the regulatory posture is friendly; a state 6% use tax applies to stays under 30 days. See the Oceana County hub for the wider region, and see Pentwater. Start with a revenue assessment to see what your property could earn.
Best Times to Rent Your Benona Township Vacation Property
July is Benona Township's peak month for vacation rental revenue each year, and February is the trough month, based on the market's own monthly revenue performance. July revenue runs about 2.56 times February revenue — a revenue ratio, not a separate occupancy or booking figure. That spread reflects this market's own numbers across the two months, not a comparison to any other market. ROAM's approach applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations across the calendar.
Explore the region: see the Oceana County hub, Golden Township, Pentwater, Pentwater Township, and the wider West Michigan region for more Michigan short-term rental markets ROAM tracks nearby.
Benona 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 Benona 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: Oceana County has no countywide STR ordinance. Pentwater Village has a ~100 cap with representative-within-1-hr requirement. Golden Twp (Silver Lake) requires registration, septic inspection, and insurance at $200/yr.
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Schedule a CallWhat Types of Properties Perform Best in Benona Township?
Revenue climbs steadily with bedroom count in Benona Township. A studio averages about $24,200 a year at a $142.56 average daily rate, while a five-bedroom averages about $83,300 a year at a $520.58 average daily rate. Occupancy narrows only slightly across sizes, from about 48.68% for studios down to about 45.51% for five-bedrooms. Three- and four-bedroom homes average about $47,300 and $56,900 respectively, with average daily rates near $285 and $347. ROAM's services apply dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations across every size.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
Studio
$24,208/yr
$143/night
1BR
$26,571/yr
$159/night
2BR
$33,398/yr
$197/night
3BR
$47,260/yr
$285/night
4BR
$56,931/yr
$347/night
5BR
$83,335/yr
$521/night
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Benona Township Vacation Rentals
Do I need a permit for a short-term rental in Benona Township, Michigan?
No. Benona Township does not require a short-term rental permit — permit type is listed as none, and the market's regulation status is friendly. As of 2026-04-22, no STR-specific ordinance had been found for the township; general zoning and nuisance codes apply, along with the state's 6% use tax on transient accommodations under 30 days.
How much can a vacation rental make in Benona 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 at about $45,284 a year, with a median of about $42,860. The top quartile averages about $58,269, and the top decile about $77,575.
What's the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Benona Township?
Occupancy in Benona Township averages 47.14%, about 6.9 points below the Michigan state occupancy figure.
What's the average nightly rate for a short-term rental in Benona Township?
Average nightly rates vary by property size in Benona Township, from about $142.56 for a studio to about $520.58 for a five-bedroom home, based on the market's per-bedroom averages.
Is Benona Township a good market for short-term rental investment?
Benona Township scores 90 — exceptional tier — with a gross yield of 18.21%, about 12.1 points above the Michigan state yield of 6.1%. Typical home value (Zillow index) is about $248,645.
What are the short-term rental regulations in Benona Township?
Benona Township is governed by Township Zoning/Planning, and no short-term rental permit is required (permit type: none). As of 2026-04-22, no STR-specific ordinance was found for the township; general zoning and nuisance codes apply, and a state 6% use tax applies to stays under 30 days. Elsewhere in the county, Pentwater Village caps rentals at about 100 with a representative-within-one-hour requirement, and Golden Township requires registration, septic inspection, and $200/year insurance — those requirements are specific to those townships, not Benona.
What's peak season for vacation rentals in Benona Township?
Peak season in Benona Township is July, the month with the highest revenue; February is the trough month. July revenue runs about 2.56 times February revenue.
What size property performs best as a short-term rental in Benona Township?
By revenue, five-bedroom properties perform best in Benona Township, averaging about $83,335 a year at a $520.58 average daily rate. Studios average the least, about $24,208 a year. Occupancy stays fairly close across sizes, from 48.68% for studios to 45.51% for five-bedrooms.
What gross yield can a rental property earn in Benona Township?
Benona Township's gross yield is 18.21%, about 12.1 points above the Michigan state yield of 6.1%.
Why do short-term rental revenues vary so much in Benona Township?
Property size is a big factor in the spread — a studio averages about $24,208 a year, while a five-bedroom averages about $83,335. Occupancy stays fairly close across sizes, from 48.68% for studios to 45.51% for five-bedrooms.
How much does vacation rental management cost in Benona Township?
ROAM prices full-service vacation rental management in Benona 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 Benona Township, Michigan?
ROAM is a Michigan vacation rental management company operating across the state, including Benona Township — offering full-service Airbnb management with dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations.
How much can I make renting my Benona Township property on Airbnb?
The average Benona Township vacation rental earns approximately $47,260 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 Benona Township?
Benona 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 Benona 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 Benona 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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