Tybee Island: Georgia's Top-Earning STR Market
Just 18 miles east of Savannah, Tybee Island is Georgia's only major beach destination and the Southeast's most accessible coastal getaway for the entire Atlanta metro area. That combination of scarcity — there's only so much Tybee Island beachfront — and enormous demand creates the strongest STR economics in the state.
At $4,357 average monthly revenue and $438 average daily rate, Tybee Island outperforms every other Georgia market on income. Its 1,354 active listings maintain 41.5% annual occupancy, with summer peak season (June–August) driving the calendar and spring break, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and holiday weekends filling in strong secondary peaks.
What Makes Tybee Island Different
Unlike mountain markets where dozens of comparable cabins compete for the same guests, Tybee Island's geography creates natural scarcity. Ocean-front and ocean-view properties command significant premiums. Properties within walking distance of the beach convert at higher rates than those requiring a drive. And Tybee's proximity to Savannah — one of the country's top tourist destinations — creates a dual-market effect where guests combine a Savannah visit with beach time.
The result: Tybee Island properties managed well consistently outperform the already-impressive market averages. Location, amenities (outdoor showers, beach gear, parking), and guest experience are the primary differentiators.
Ridge Stays Tybee Island Property Management
Managing a Tybee Island vacation rental requires coastal-specific expertise. High-humidity environments mean more intensive maintenance requirements. Summer season demands fast, reliable cleaning turnovers. And Tybee's guest mix — beach families, Savannah visitors, bachelorette groups, couples — requires positioning and communication tailored to each segment.
Ridge Stays brings the data-driven revenue management and boutique guest service that have delivered 37%+ revenue increases for our owners across Georgia to the Tybee Island market. Our transparent management model means you always know what your property earned and what we charged.
Tybee Island Market Data (2025)
- Active listings: 1,354+
- Average daily rate: $438/night — highest ADR in Georgia
- Average monthly revenue: $4,357 — highest in Georgia
- Occupancy rate: 41.5%
- Regulation environment: Low
- Peak demand: Summer (June–August), spring break, holiday weekends
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