Issue No. 54 · The Deal Drop
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Properties this drop
$270K
Top Revenue
21%
Top ROI
📋 What’s Inside This Drop
Four different angles, four different markets — here’s the quick read on what’s worth a deeper look this drop.
Property 1 — Luray, VA: $550K turnkey STR opportunity generating projected ~$90K/year (~16% ROI) with a private 3-acre setting, detached guesthouse, hot tub, and a proven rental history near Shenandoah National Park.
Property 2 — Wears Valley, TN: $1.39M luxury STR opportunity generating projected ~$270K/year (~20% ROI) with panoramic mountain views, an indoor pool, theater room, and capacity for up to 20 guests.
Property 3 — Cocoa Beach, FL: $739K STR opportunity generating projected ~$155K/year (~21% ROI) with a newly resurfaced private pool, prime walkable location, and strong appeal in one of Cocoa Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Property 4 — Weaverville, NC: $799K STR opportunity generating projected ~$150K/year (~19% ROI) with new construction quality, a private 0.89-acre setting, and significant expansion potential just minutes from Asheville.
🏠 The Properties
We pressure-tested hundreds of listings this week. Here’s the shortlist — ranked by projected ROI after expenses.
📋 3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,848 sqft
🏷️ Price: $549,900
💵 Projected Annual: $90K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 16%
Why it made the cut:
Proven STR performer with historical revenue reaching six figures
Turnkey operation with furnishings included for immediate cash flow
• Private 3-acre wooded setting delivers the seclusion guests actively seek
Detached guesthouse creates added flexibility and unique guest appeal
New six-person hot tub enhances booking demand and nightly rate potential
Game room and bunk room support family travel and larger group stays
Over $27K in recent upgrades reduce near-term capital expenditure needs
Starlink internet appeals to remote workers and extended-stay guests
Prime location near Shenandoah National Park, Luray Caverns, Massanutten Resort, and outdoor recreation
📋 6 Beds • 7 Baths • 4,794 sqft
🏷️ Price: $1,389,995
💵 Projected Annual: $270K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 20%
Why it made the cut:
New construction reduces near-term maintenance and capital expenditure needs
Private 0.89-acre setting creates a desirable mountain retreat experience
Convenient access to Asheville expands year-round guest demand
Two main-level bedroom suites appeal to families and multi-couple groups
Large recreation room provides built-in entertainment value for guests
Full-length rear deck enhances outdoor living and gathering space
• Walkout basement layout supports flexible guest accommodations
• Over 500 square feet of unfinished space creates clear value-add potential
• Modern finishes and quality craftsmanship support premium nightly rates
📋 3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,910 sqft
🏷️ Price: $739,000
💵 Projected Annual: $155K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 21%
Why it made the cut:
Newly resurfaced pool creates an immediate competitive advantage
Prime Cocoa Isles location near the beach, Cocoa Beach Pier, dining, and shopping
Walkable setting enhances guest convenience and booking appeal
Updated condition reduces near-term capital expenditure requirements
Three-bedroom layout appeals to families and small-group travelers
Private residential setting offers a quieter alternative to condo-style accommodations
Strong year-round demand from beachgoers, cruise passengers, and vacation travelers
📋 3 Beds • 4 Baths • 2,512 sqft
🏷️ Price: $799,000
💵 Projected Annual: $150K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 19%
Why it made the cut:
New construction reduces near-term maintenance and capital expenditure needs
Private 0.89-acre setting creates a desirable mountain retreat experience
Convenient access to Asheville expands year-round guest demand
Two main-level bedroom suites appeal to families and multi-couple groups
Large recreation room provides built-in entertainment value for guests
Full-length rear deck enhances outdoor living and gathering space
Walkout basement layout supports flexible guest accommodations
Over 500 square feet of unfinished space creates clear value-add potential
Modern finishes and quality craftsmanship support premium nightly ratest
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📍 Market of the Week: Luray, Virginia
Why Luray continues to attract STR investor attention: a 98 Submarket Score, strong nature-driven tourism demand, and a tightly supplied cabin market anchored by Shenandoah National Park visitation and year-round outdoor recreation.
The three levers driving performance right now:
Top-tier submarket fundamentals (Score: 98) — Luray ranks among the highest-scoring STR submarkets, supported by strong investability, stable demand, and consistent tourism flow tied to national park access.
Stable revenue base with slight ADR pressure — Annual revenue sits near $48.9K per listing with modest growth (+0.9%), while ADR has softened slightly (-1.1%), indicating pricing competition even as demand remains steady.
Moderate supply growth with improving occupancy — Active listings have increased (+2.5%), but occupancy has also improved (+1.9%), suggesting the market is absorbing new inventory without significant demand deterioration.
Luray is a high-scoring Shenandoah-adjacent STR market where strong nature-based demand supports stable occupancy, but pricing performance is increasingly sensitive to competition and asset quality.
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— The Deal Drop Team 💧