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Run the Numbers: Will Your Dream Cabin Pay for Itself on Airbnb?

ByThe Station

Before we bought our cabin, we had one big question: Will it pay for itself? The answer came down to three things: math, mindset, and market research.

How We Ran the Numbers

  • Checked Airbnb for similar cabins in our area.
  • Used a 60% occupancy baseline and $250/night rate.
  • Calculated monthly mortgage, utilities, and maintenance.

The Free Calculator We Used

We created a simple calculator to model our revenue vs. expenses. You can download it here.

What We Learned

If your cabin is in the right location, offers something unique, and you keep expenses low, it can pay for itself and then some. But emotion alone isn’t a strategy—run the numbers before you buy.

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