Midwest7.5% avg cap rateLive · 205 active listings

Branson, MO

Ozarks entertainment hub - high-yield Midwest cabin market

Branson is the Midwest's most visited STR market, drawing over 9 million visitors annually to its live entertainment shows, Table Rock Lake, and Silver Dollar City theme park. Entry prices are exceptionally low relative to returns, making Branson one of the best cash-flow markets in the country for budget-conscious investors. Cabin and lakefront properties outperform standard homes significantly.

7.5%
Avg Cap Rate
Net operating income / price
46%
Avg Occupancy
Annual average
$293
Avg Nightly Rate
All property types
$553K
Avg List Price
STR-viable properties

37 active listings in Branson currently rate Strong Buy

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Estimated Annual Performance

Gross rental revenue
46% occ × $293/night
$49,302
Est. operating expenses
Mgmt, cleaning, supplies, insurance (~40%)
- $19,721
Est. net operating income
Before mortgage & depreciation
$29,581
At $553K avg price
Implied cap rate
5.4%

* Estimates based on market averages. Individual property performance varies. Always run a full underwriting analysis.

Why Investors Choose Branson

9M+ annual visitors - one of largest Midwest tourism draws
Among lowest entry prices of any major US STR market
Table Rock Lake lakefront properties command 2× base rate
High cap rates relative to comparable coastal markets
Peak season: May - Oct, holiday weeks
Top property types: Cabin, Lakefront Home, Condo, Single Family
Primary zip: 65616, 65672, 65737

Market averages, not guarantees. Cap rates, occupancy, and nightly rates are market-wide averages based on active STR listings and historical data. Individual property performance depends on location, amenities, management, and listing quality. Always run a full underwriting analysis before purchasing.Stats sourced from 205 active listings · last updated Jul 14, 2026

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