Issue No. 44 · The Deal Drop
4
Properties this drop
$250K
Top Revenue
22%
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 — Panama City Beach, FL: $849K fully furnished STR generating projected ~$123K/year (~15% ROI) with private pool, bunk room capacity, no HOA flexibility, strong forward bookings, and proven west-end beach rental demand.
Property 2 — Sevierville, TN: $1.5M large-format STR resort generating projected ~$250K/year (~17% ROI) with 18-bedroom group capacity, rare indoor heated pool, arcade and entertainment amenities, minutes from Smoky Mountains attractions, and strong upside-driven hospitality investment profile.
Property 3 — St. Louis, MO: $475K historic Shaw retreat generating projected ~$80K/year (~17% ROI) with walkable access to Tower Grove Park, modern luxury updates, entertainer-friendly layout, private outdoor space, and strong neighborhood-driven STR appeal.
Property 4 — Asheville, NC: $588.5K fully renovated contemporary retreat generating projected ~$130K/year (~22% ROI) with vaulted ceilings, designer finishes, entertainment basement, new decks, and prime South Asheville/Arden location.
🏠 The Properties
We pressure-tested hundreds of listings this week. Here’s the shortlist — ranked by projected ROI after expenses.
📋 3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,683 sqft
🏷️ Price: $849,000
💵 Projected Annual: $123K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 15%
Why it made the cut:
Fully furnished, rental-ready STR with immediate income already secured for 2026
Strong projected performance with established booking history (~$75K already reserved)
Highly desirable Panama City Beach west-end location with proven vacation rental demand
Flexible 3BR + custom bunk room layout maximizing guest capacity and revenue potential
Private pool and screened-in porch create high-value outdoor amenity package for premium nightly rates
Open-concept design with vaulted ceilings and split floor plan ideal for vacation guests
Rare no-HOA quarter-acre lot offering operational freedom and STR flexibility
Recent capital improvement with brand-new roof reducing near-term maintenance risk
Strong blend of lifestyle appeal and investor-focused cash flow performance
📋 18 Beds • 8 Baths • 8,232 sqft
🏷️ Price: $1,499,999
💵 Projected Annual: $250K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 17%
Why it made the cut:
Massive 18-bed, 8-bath layout designed specifically for high-capacity STR group bookings (up to 36 guests)
Prime Sevierville location minutes from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Fully repositioned hospitality asset with major renovations completed between 2020–2023
Rare amenity set including a 37-foot indoor heated pool, arcade, and multiple entertainment lounges
Strong group-travel demand driver (families, reunions, retreats, and corporate gatherings) supports premium nightly rates
Multiple upgraded kitchens, furnishings, and common areas improve guest experience and review potential
Outdoor gathering spaces with fire pits and recreation zones enhance year-round booking appeal
Professional STR management already in place with clear upside through revenue optimization and pricing strategy
Scale advantage in a single asset reduces acquisition complexity versus assembling multiple smaller units
📋 3 Beds • 3 Baths • 1,824 sqft
🏷️ Price: $475,000
💵 Projected Annual: $80K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 17%
Why it made the cut:
Prime location in the highly walkable Shaw neighborhood near Tower Grove Park and Missouri Botanical Garden
Strong guest appeal with historic 1912 charm blended seamlessly with modern upgrades
Open-concept entertaining layout with gas fireplace, quartz countertops, island kitchen, and coffee bar
Spacious primary suite with walk-in closet, luxury bath, and private terrace overlooking Flad Ave
Private fenced backyard, patio, and off-street parking add valuable STR functionality
Updated systems including newer HVAC, windows, appliances, and 200 amp electrical panel
Walkable access to restaurants, bars, parks, and local attractions supports year-round occupancy
Rare combination of historic character, modern amenities, and location-driven STR demand
📋 3 Beds • 2 Baths • 1,631 sqft
🏷️ Price: $588,500
💵 Projected Annual: $130K
📈 Est. Gross ROI: 22%
Why it made the cut:
Fully renovated, turnkey contemporary home in desirable South Asheville/Arden
Open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings and exceptional natural light
High-end designer kitchen with quartz countertops and KitchenAid appliances
Finished basement rec room with fireplace adds valuable guest entertainment space
Multiple new decks enhance the indoor-outdoor mountain lifestyle appeal
Extensive recent upgrades reduce maintenance and improve long-term ownership efficiency
Prime location near Asheville, Hendersonville, dining, shopping, and the airport
Modern design, strong functionality, and guest-friendly features make it an ideal STR candidate
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📍 Market of the Week: Gatlinburg, TN
Why Gatlinburg keeps outperforming: year-round Smokies tourism, no state income tax, and a booking window that holds firm 10-12 weeks out — giving you rare pricing visibility for a leisure market.
The three levers driving outperformance right now:
Demand is year-round — not just peak-season cabin traffic.
Tennessee’s no-state-income-tax policy compounds take-home cash flow.
10-12 week forward booking window = rare pricing visibility for a leisure market.
The median Gatlinburg cabin booked 231 nights last year at a $412 ADR. That’s a 12% premium over the national STR average — in a market where entry prices are still below Nashville or Denver.
🎯 Your Shortcut: The Market Match Call
Skip the guesswork. Tell us your budget, risk tolerance, and the kind of returns you’re chasing — we’ll match you with markets and deals that actually fit, before they hit the wider market.
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— The Deal Drop Team 💧