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ROAM Market Score
Strong
Saugatuck, 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% | 64 | 12.80 |
| Regulations | 20% | 53 | 10.60 |
| Density | 15% | 99 | 14.85 |
| Seasonality | 10% | 72 | 7.20 |
| Population | 10% | 100 | 10.00 |
| Saugatuck 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
18.7%
Scale 0–15% · Based on $343K 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
Solid
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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Projected Annual Revenue per Listing
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Why Saugatuck Is One of Michigan's Best Vacation Rental Markets
Saugatuck scores 80 — strong tier — with a gross yield of 18.66%, well above Michigan's 6.1% yield figure, a gap of 12.6 points. Typical home value (Zillow index) runs about $342,800, spread across roughly 278 active listings. The catchment is wide: about 1.7 million people within an hour, 12.7 million within two, and 23.3 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 $63,960, the top quartile at about $78,666, and the top tenth at about $103,965. ROAM's full-service vacation rental management in Saugatuck applies dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations. ROAM is Michigan's data-driven alternative to Vacasa and Evolve. See the Allegan County hub. Saugatuck requires a rental license ($250 fee) under a strict regulatory posture set by the City Manager. Start with a revenue assessment to see the numbers for your property.
Best Times to Rent Your Saugatuck Vacation Property
Saugatuck's short-term rental market posts its highest revenue in July and its lowest revenue in February. July revenue runs about 5.05 times February's revenue, based on the market's own revenue data — a sizable gap between the two months. That 5.05x figure is a revenue comparison between July and February specifically, not a measure of occupancy or nightly rate on their own. ROAM's approach applies dynamic pricing across the calendar.
Explore the region: see the Allegan County hub, Casco Township, Douglas, Fennville, and the wider Southwest Michigan region for more Michigan short-term rental markets ROAM tracks nearby.
Saugatuck Short-Term Rental Regulations & Permit Requirements
- Regulation Status
- Strict
- Permit Required
- Yes ($250/yr)
- Permit Type
- License
- Owner-Occupancy Required
- No
- Governing Body
- City Manager
- Official Source
- View Ordinance
One of Michigan's most actively amended STR ordinances: Ord. 240229-B (Ch. 99.5) + Ord. 240826-A + Ord. 250414-A — three major amendments in 14 months (Feb 2024, Aug 2024, April 2025). 20% density cap per R-1 subdistrict with ~278 total STRs. Late fee structure added in 2025. No owner-occupancy requirement. The rapid amendment pace reflects ongoing tension between the tourist economy and residential community — operators should expect continued regulatory evolution. Saugatuck and Douglas together form one of Michigan's densest STR markets relative to housing stock.
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Schedule a CallWhat Types of Properties Perform Best in Saugatuck?
In Saugatuck, revenue climbs steadily with bedroom count. A studio earns about $38,000 a year at a $200 average nightly rate; a one-bedroom about $40,000 at $215; a two-bedroom about $46,000 at $252. Three-, four-, and five-bedroom homes earn considerably more — about $67,000, $84,000, and $109,000 respectively, with nightly rates from $367 up to $602. Occupancy stays close across every size, running about 50-52% whether the property has zero bedrooms or five. ROAM's services apply dynamic pricing and professional operations across every size.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
Studio
$38,027/yr
$200/night
1BR
$40,023/yr
$215/night
2BR
$46,186/yr
$252/night
3BR
$67,137/yr
$367/night
4BR
$83,745/yr
$464/night
5BR
$108,648/yr
$602/night
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions About Saugatuck Vacation Rentals
Do I need a permit for a short-term rental in Saugatuck, Michigan?
Yes. Saugatuck requires a short-term rental license, with a $250 permit fee, under a strict regulatory posture overseen by the City Manager.
How much can a vacation rental make in Saugatuck?
Market-wide averages across every listing — most of them self-managed by owner-operators, without professional pricing or multi-channel distribution — put the average Saugatuck listing at about $63,960 a year. The top quartile earns about $78,666, and the top tenth about $103,965.
What's the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Saugatuck?
Saugatuck's average occupancy rate is about 51.5%, which is 2.5 points below the statewide Michigan figure.
What's the average nightly rate for a short-term rental in Saugatuck?
Nightly rates vary by size, from about $200 for a studio up to about $602 for a five-bedroom home, based on Saugatuck's per-bedroom revenue data.
Is Saugatuck a good market for short-term rental investment?
Saugatuck scores 80 — strong tier — with a gross yield of 18.66%, well above Michigan's 6.1% statewide figure.
What are the short-term rental regulations in Saugatuck?
Saugatuck's short-term rental regulations are strict: a rental license is required, with a $250 fee, overseen by the City Manager. The market applies a '20% density cap per R-1 subdistrict,' with no owner-occupancy requirement, and its ordinance has been amended three times in the past 14 months.
What's peak season for vacation rentals in Saugatuck?
Peak season in Saugatuck is July; the slowest month is February. July revenue runs about 5.05 times February's revenue.
What size property performs best as a short-term rental in Saugatuck?
Five-bedroom properties perform best by revenue, earning about $108,648 a year on average, compared to about $38,027 for a studio.
What gross yield can a rental property earn in Saugatuck?
Saugatuck's gross yield is about 18.66%, compared to Michigan's statewide figure of 6.1% — a gap of 12.6 points.
Why do short-term rental revenues vary so much in Saugatuck?
Property size is a big factor in the spread — a studio earns about $38,027 a year in Saugatuck, while a five-bedroom averages about $108,648.
How much does vacation rental management cost in Saugatuck?
ROAM prices full-service vacation rental management in Saugatuck 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 Saugatuck, Michigan?
ROAM is a Michigan vacation rental management company operating across the state, including Saugatuck — offering full-service Airbnb management with dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution, and professional operations.
How much can I make renting my Saugatuck property on Airbnb?
The average Saugatuck vacation rental earns approximately $67,137 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 Saugatuck?
Yes, Saugatuck requires a short-term rental permit. The annual fee is $250. ROAM handles all permit applications and renewals for managed properties.
What does vacation rental management cost in Saugatuck?
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 Saugatuck 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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