Investor · Member since 2022 · 234 posts · 144 votes
For those doing mid-term rentals, especially using Furnished Finder, how long have your units stayed vacant between bookings? I've been pretty consistent so far this year, with my longest gap around 3 weeks, but I'm curious to hear what others are experiencing.
We have nearly zero vacancy since we host short term in between midstay bookings.
Do you price your short term nights higher than your mid term nights to be competitive with other STRs or do you keep them at MTR nightly rates to capture the vacancy?
We have nearly zero vacancy since we host short term in between midstay bookings.
Do you price your short term nights higher than your mid term nights to be competitive with other STRs or do you keep them at MTR nightly rates to capture the vacancy?
Investor · Narragansett, RI · Member since 2013 · 8k+ posts · 4k+ votes
6mo
@Mose Gebremeskel the biggest vacancy is always if I can't get someone whose contract runs through December. Mostly just a couple days it is room rentals. STR not allowed or licensed.
Rental Property Investor · Asheville, NC · Member since 2026 · 17 posts · 13 votes
6mo
My longest gap this year has been about two weeks on my West Asheville MTR, right after a travel nurse contract ended in February. The Asheville property near the hospital barely goes vacant because I start marketing the next contract about six weeks before the current one ends. For Furnished Finder specifically I've noticed the leads come in waves so if I don't have something booked within the first week of listing, it usually takes another 10-14 days before the next round of inquiries picks up.
San Antonio, TX · Member since 2022 · 26 posts · 15 votes
5mo
My typical turnover runs 7-10 days between tenants, but I adjust the buffer case by case. If a tenant needs immediate move-in and my cleaning crew has availability, I'll go as tight as 3 days. especially. If it's a routine turnover with minor repairs or I want breathing room for deep cleaning, I build in the full 7 days.
The decision usually comes down to three things: tenant urgency, property condition after walkthrough, and whether my cleaners can fit it in their schedule. Last-minute bookings work when you're set up for them, but I don't force it if the property isn't truly ready.
I still have to find the right cleaning crew. They are either too expensive or not good. Can't have it all