South Central4.9% avg cap rateLive · 41 active listings

Broken Bow, OK

Oklahoma's cabin hotspot — fastest-growing inland STR market

Broken Bow and the Beavers Bend area have emerged as one of the fastest-growing STR markets in the South Central US over the past five years. Oklahoma's Ouachita Mountains, the Broken Bow Lake, and Beavers Bend State Park create a year-round cabin escape for Dallas (3 hours), Oklahoma City (3.5 hours), and Tulsa (2.5 hours). Entry prices are exceptionally low with cap rates that rival the best coastal markets.

4.9%
Avg Cap Rate
Net operating income / price
62%
Avg Occupancy
Annual average
$212
Avg Nightly Rate
All property types
$464K
Median Price
STR-viable properties

Estimated Annual Performance

Gross rental revenue
62% occ × $212/night
$47,976
Est. operating expenses
Mgmt, cleaning, supplies, insurance (~40%)
– $19,190
Est. net operating income
Before mortgage & depreciation
$28,786
At median price
Implied cap rate
10.1%

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

Why Investors Choose Broken Bow

Fastest-growing STR market in the South Central US
Drive-to market for Dallas, OKC, and Tulsa (2-3.5 hours)
Cabin with hot tub in the woods is the defining property profile
Among highest cap rates of any US STR market — exceptional cash flow
Peak season: Year-round (peaks: fall foliage, spring, holidays)
Top property types: Cabin, A-Frame, Treehouse, Single Family
Primary zip: 74728, 74701

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 41 active listings · last updated Jun 1, 2026

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