Miami Airbnb & Investment Properties – Work With a Short-Term Rental Specialist

Miami is one of the most competitive and regulated short-term rental markets in Florida. While the demand for Airbnb and vacation rentals remains strong year-round, not every property in Miami can legally operate as a short-term rental. That’s where working with a Miami Airbnb and investment property specialist matters.

Investing in Miami Short-Term Rental Properties the Right Way

Buying an Airbnb in Miami is not about finding the prettiest condo. It’s about finding a legally approved, income-producing property in the right building and location. Miami’s short-term rental market is highly regulated, and working with a local Realtor® who specializes in STRs is critical to long-term success.

As a Miami investment and short-term rental specialist, I help buyers navigate Miami’s complex rules, building-specific restrictions, and real-world operating costs, so there are no surprises after closing.

Successful Miami short-term rental investments require:

• Understanding Miami-Dade County and city STR regulations, including zoning, licensing, and enforcement
• Knowing which buildings allow Airbnb and daily rentals, not just what’s marketed as “short-term friendly.”
• Analyzing occupancy rates, ADR, and realistic cash flow, not best-case scenarios
• Factoring all costs upfront, including mortgage, insurance, HOA fees, property management, cleaning, maintenance, utilities, and taxes
• Registering with the State of Florida and complying with Miami-Dade ordinances, including tourist development taxes and required STR licenses
• Avoiding properties that appear profitable on paper but are not legally rentable
  

Why Miami Is One of Florida’s Most Competitive Airbnb Markets

Miami attracts millions of visitors every year for business, tourism, events, and extended stays. This creates strong short-term rental demand—but also strict enforcement and limited legal inventory.

Key factors that make Miami unique:

• Over 28 million overnight visitors support year-round Airbnb demand
• Limited supply of Airbnb-approved condos
  
• Strict zoning and building-specific rules
• Higher purchase prices that require accurate ROI analysis
  

Because of this, Miami rewards investors who focus on the right buildings, not just the right neighborhoods.

Miami Communities, Cities & Airbnb-Approved Condo Areas I Serve

I work with buyers and investors across Miami’s most sought-after short-term rental–friendly areas, focusing on neighborhoods and condo buildings with proven demand and legal STR potential.

Miami Areas & Neighborhoods

• Downtown Miami
• Brickell
• Edgewater
• Fort Lauderdale
• Downtown Miami
• Midtown Miami
• Hollywood
• Wynwood
• Surfside
• Miami Beach (select STR-approved zones and buildings)

Airbnb-Approved Condo Markets

• 501 First Residences
  
• District 225
  
• Natiivo Miami
  
• The Crosby Miami
  
• Natiivo Fort Lauderdale
  

Who Does This Serve Best

• Buyers looking to buy Airbnb-approved condos in Miami
  
• Investors seeking high-demand, centrally located STR properties
  
• Out-of-state and international buyers who need local, building-level guidance
  

Because short-term rental rules in Miami are building-specific, I focus on helping clients identify where Airbnb is actually allowed, not just where it’s popular.

Your Miami Airbnb Investment Realtor®

I specialize exclusively in short-term rental and investment properties, not general residential sales. With 10+ years of hands-on experience as a real estate investor and Airbnb operator, I understand both sides of the business: buying the right property and operating it successfully.

I am a Superhost-level operator and co-founder of FunStay Homes, a successful short-term rental company managing and operating high-performing vacation rentals in Florida. This real-world experience allows me to guide clients beyond theory and into practical, profitable decision-making.

What I Bring to Miami Airbnb Investors

• Deep expertise in Miami Airbnb and STR zoning, licensing, and building-level rules
• Revenue, ROI, and cash-flow analysis based on realistic operating costs
• Evaluation of occupancy trends and Average Daily Rate (ADR) performance
• An investor-first approach focused on long-term success, not sales pressure

Whether you’re purchasing your first Miami Airbnb or expanding an existing portfolio, my role is to help you invest with clarity, confidence, and a clear strategy.

A Realtor who is also a short-term rental specialist understands STR zoning, legal buildings, and real operating numbers, helping you avoid illegal purchases, hidden costs, and underperforming investments before you buy.

Why Work With Mike Chen

• Licensed Florida Realtor® with La Rosa Realty – Celebration
  
• Short-Term Rental (Airbnb) & Investment Property Specialist
  
• 10+ years as a real estate investor and property manager
• Co-Founder & Owner-Operator of FunStay Homes
  
• Proven Airbnb operator with Superhost-level experience
  
• Fluent in English and Mandarin
  

I don’t just advise on Airbnb investments. I’ve built, operated, and scaled them myself. That experience is what I bring to every Miami investor I work with.

Start Your Miami Airbnb Investment 

If you’re considering a Miami short-term rental or Airbnb investment, let’s review your goals, analyze the numbers, and identify Airbnb-approved Miami properties that make sense.
📞 Contact me today to discuss your Miami Airbnb investment strategy and available properties.