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ROAM Market Score
Exceptional
Bertrand 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% | 57 | 11.40 |
| Regulations | 20% | 100 | 20.00 |
| Density | 15% | 99 | 14.85 |
| Seasonality | 10% | 86 | 8.60 |
| Population | 10% | 100 | 10.00 |
| Bertrand 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
15.4%
Scale 0–15% · Based on $271K 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 Bertrand Township Is One of Michigan's Best Vacation Rental Markets
Bertrand Township carries 22 active listings, a small base set against a wide catchment: about 2.26 million people within an hour, 14.8 million within two, and 25.8 million within three, with South Bend as the nearest metro. ROAM's market score here is 90 — exceptional tier — with a gross yield of 15.41%, compared to a Michigan-wide yield of 6.1%.
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 $41,800 a year, the top quartile at about $58,600, and the top tenth at about $78,000. ROAM applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations to every property it manages.
Regulation is friendly: no permit is required, oversight sits with Township Zoning/Planning, and the state's 6% use tax applies to stays under 30 days.
ROAM offers full-service vacation rental management in Bertrand Township as Michigan's data-driven alternative to Vacasa and Evolve. See the Berrien County hub. Start with a revenue assessment to see what your property could earn.
Best Times to Rent Your Bertrand Township Vacation Property
Bertrand Township's vacation rental revenue peaks in July and falls to its lowest point in April. July revenue runs about 2.96 times April's revenue — this market's own peak-to-trough ratio. That figure reflects revenue specifically, not occupancy or nightly rate measured on their own. Across the year, July stands as the highest-revenue month and April as the lowest, per that same ratio. ROAM's approach applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations across the calendar.
Explore the region: see the Berrien County hub, Benton Charter Township, Benton Harbor, Benton Township, and the wider Southwest Michigan region for more Michigan short-term rental markets ROAM tracks nearby.
Bertrand 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 Bertrand 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: Berrien County has no countywide STR ordinance. Chikaming Twp (550 permits), New Buffalo city and township, Bridgman (effective ban), and multiple villages have their own rules. This is Harbor Country — Michigan's densest coastal STR zone.
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Schedule a CallWhat Types of Properties Perform Best in Bertrand Township?
In Bertrand Township, revenue by bedroom count rises steadily with size. Studios average about $23,900 a year at a $147 nightly rate; one-bedrooms about $25,900; two-bedrooms about $30,700; three-bedrooms about $44,300; four-bedrooms about $52,100; and five-bedrooms about $73,700 at a $467 nightly rate. Occupancy moves the other direction, easing from about 48% for studios down to about 44% for five-bedrooms. ROAM's services apply dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations across every size.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
Studio
$23,922/yr
$147/night
1BR
$25,863/yr
$159/night
2BR
$30,742/yr
$189/night
3BR
$44,316/yr
$275/night
4BR
$52,084/yr
$329/night
5BR
$73,683/yr
$467/night
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Bertrand Township Vacation Rentals
Do I need a permit for a short-term rental in Bertrand Township, Michigan?
No. Bertrand Township has no permit requirement and no STR-specific ordinance, current as of April 22, 2026; general zoning and nuisance codes apply, and oversight sits with Township Zoning/Planning. The state's 6% use tax still applies to stays under 30 days.
How much can a vacation rental make in Bertrand 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 $41,800 a year. The top quartile earns about $58,600, and the top decile about $78,000.
What's the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Bertrand Township?
The average occupancy rate in Bertrand Township is about 46%, which is about 8.1 points below the Michigan average.
What's the average nightly rate for a short-term rental in Bertrand Township?
Nightly rates vary by size: studios average about $147 a night, while five-bedroom properties average about $467. The mid-range sizes fall in between — two-bedrooms average about $189 and three-bedrooms about $275.
Is Bertrand Township a good market for short-term rental investment?
Bertrand Township scores 90 — exceptional tier — with a gross yield of 15.41%, compared to a Michigan-wide yield of 6.1%. Typical home value (Zillow index) is about $271,000, with 22 active listings currently in the market.
What are the short-term rental regulations in Bertrand Township?
Regulation in Bertrand Township is friendly: no permit is required, and there's no STR-specific ordinance as of April 22, 2026 — general township zoning and nuisance codes apply, with oversight from Township Zoning/Planning. The state's 6% use tax applies to stays under 30 days.
What's peak season for vacation rentals in Bertrand Township?
Peak season is July; the trough is April. July revenue runs about 2.96 times April's revenue in this market.
What size property performs best as a short-term rental in Bertrand Township?
By revenue, five-bedroom properties perform best in Bertrand Township, averaging about $73,700 a year at a $467 nightly rate. Occupancy runs about 44% for five-bedrooms, compared to about 48% for studios averaging $23,900 a year.
What gross yield can a rental property earn in Bertrand Township?
Gross yield in Bertrand Township is 15.41%, measured against a typical home value (Zillow index) of about $271,000.
Why do short-term rental revenues vary so much in Bertrand Township?
Property size is a big factor in the spread — a studio averages about $23,900 a year, while a five-bedroom averages about $73,700. Revenue rises steadily with each additional bedroom, from about $25,900 for one-bedrooms up to about $52,100 for four-bedrooms.
How much does vacation rental management cost in Bertrand Township?
ROAM prices full-service vacation rental management in Bertrand 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 Bertrand Township, Michigan?
ROAM is a Michigan vacation rental management company operating across the state, including Bertrand Township — offering full Airbnb management with dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations. [Start with a revenue assessment](https://roammgmt.com/get-started/) to see what your property could earn.
How much can I make renting my Bertrand Township property on Airbnb?
The average Bertrand Township vacation rental earns approximately $44,316 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 Bertrand Township?
Bertrand 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 Bertrand 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 Bertrand 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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