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ROAM Market Score
Strong
Grayling, 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% | 82 | 16.40 |
| Density | 15% | 94 | 14.10 |
| Seasonality | 10% | 84 | 8.40 |
| Population | 10% | 100 | 10.00 |
| Grayling Total | 86 | ||
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
26.4%
Scale 0–15% · Based on $173K 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
What ROAM Can Do In Grayling
Your Projected Uplift
Projected Annual Revenue per Listing
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Occupancy advantage over market average
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Higher RevPAR vs. market average
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1. Bedroom count
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Grayling Short-Term Rental Regulations & Permit Requirements
- Regulation Status
- Moderate
- Permit Required
- Yes
- Permit Type
- Registration
- Owner-Occupancy Required
- No
- Governing Body
- City Clerk
- Official Source
- View Ordinance
Ch. 14 Art. V. Certificate of compliance required under general rental code framework. No STR-specific ordinance. Grayling is the county seat of Crawford County on the Au Sable River — a major fly-fishing destination. The certificate-of-compliance approach is lightweight, making Grayling one of the easier regulated markets to operate in.
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Schedule a CallWhat Types of Properties Perform Best in Grayling?
Revenue by Bedroom Count
Studio
$26,043/yr
$151/night
1BR
$27,945/yr
$166/night
2BR
$34,017/yr
$203/night
3BR
$49,655/yr
$298/night
4BR
$57,721/yr
$349/night
5BR
$78,022/yr
$484/night
Full-Service Vacation Rental Management in Grayling
Revenue Optimization
Signal-powered pricing, listing optimization, and multi-platform distribution to maximize every booking.
Learn moreLocal Operations
Boots on the ground across Michigan. Professional cleaning, maintenance, and 24/7 guest support.
Learn moreOwner Transparency
Real-time reporting through your OwnerRez portal. See every booking, expense, and performance metric.
Learn moreCompliance Handled
Permits, tax remittance, insurance verification, and local regulation monitoring managed for you.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Grayling Vacation Rentals
How much can I make renting my Grayling property on Airbnb?
The average Grayling vacation rental earns approximately $49,655 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 Grayling?
Yes, Grayling requires a short-term rental permit. ROAM handles all permit applications and renewals for managed properties.
What does vacation rental management cost in Grayling?
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 Grayling 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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