Northeast8.9% avg cap rate

Poconos, PA

NYC and Philly's backyard — lake and ski cabin market

The Pocono Mountains serve 22 million NYC and Philadelphia metro residents as the nearest mountain escape — a 1.5-2 hour drive market that translates to extraordinarily reliable weekend demand. Ski resorts, lakes, and waterparks drive bookings year-round. Entry prices are among the lowest of any Northeast STR market, and cap rates reflect strong cash-flow potential.

8.9%
Avg Cap Rate
Net operating income / price
67%
Avg Occupancy
Annual average
$245
Avg Nightly Rate
All property types
$325K
Median Price
STR-viable properties

Estimated Annual Performance

Gross rental revenue
67% occ × $245/night
$59,915
Est. operating expenses
Mgmt, cleaning, supplies, insurance (~40%)
– $23,966
Est. net operating income
Before mortgage & depreciation
$35,949
At median price
Implied cap rate
11.1%

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

Why Investors Choose Poconos

Serves 22M NYC and Philadelphia metro residents
Drive-to market demand is among most consistent in the Northeast
Among lowest entry prices in Northeast with solid cap rates
Ski + lakes + waterparks = true four-season demand
Peak season: Dec – Mar (ski), June – Aug (lake)
Top property types: Cabin, Lake House, Single Family, Chalet
Primary zip: 18360, 18372, 18350, 18466

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.

Run a live analysis in Poconos

Search active MLS listings in Poconos and instantly see cap rates, cash flow projections, and STR comp-backed nightly rates — all in one underwriting report.