We track 18 short-term rental markets across Oakland County, with market scores ranging from 88 to 93 and gross yields spanning 9.65% to 14.28%. Across those markets, 949 active listings are currently operating. Madison Heights leads the county, scoring 93 with a 10.74% gross yield and about $39,000 in average annual revenue. Royal Oak and Berkley round out the top performers.

Average annual revenue across the county runs about $43,000 — market-wide averages across every listing, most of them self-managed by owner-operators, without professional pricing or multi-channel distribution. The top quartile of listings averages about $57,000 a year. Just 1 of the 18 tracked markets currently requires a permit, so regulations vary by municipality here.

For owners considering full-service vacation rental management across Oakland County, ROAM brings professional pricing and distribution to listings throughout the county. See how we compare as Michigan's data-driven alternative to Vacasa and Evolve, or get started today.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oakland County Vacation Rentals

How many short-term rental markets does ROAM track in Oakland County?

ROAM tracks 18 short-term rental markets across Oakland County, with a combined 949 active listings currently operating in those markets.

Which market in Oakland County has the strongest short-term rental returns?

Madison Heights has the strongest returns we track in Oakland County, with a market score of 93, a 10.74% gross yield, and about $39,000 in average annual revenue.

What's the average short-term rental yield across Oakland County?

Gross yield across the 18 markets we track in Oakland County averages 11.73%, ranging from 9.65% to 14.28% depending on the specific market.

Do short-term rental regulations vary across Oakland County?

Yes. Of the 18 markets we track in Oakland County, only 1 currently requires a permit, so regulations vary significantly by municipality here — always check local rules before listing.

When's the best time to book a vacation rental in Oakland County?

Across the markets we track in Oakland County, July is most commonly the peak month for revenue, while February is typically the trough, with peak-month revenue running about 2.25x trough-month revenue across those markets.

How much does vacation rental management cost across Oakland County?

Management fees are typically structured as a percentage of revenue rather than a flat rate, and can vary by property and service level. For exact pricing across Oakland County, visit roammgmt.com/get-started.

Who manages Airbnbs and vacation rentals in Oakland County, Michigan?

ROAM is a Michigan vacation rental management company operating across the state, including Oakland County — we provide full-service Airbnb management and vacation rental management, covering pricing, multi-channel distribution, guest communication, and turnover logistics for owners in markets like Madison Heights and Royal Oak.

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