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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Markey Township brought in $21,196 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 38% less than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Michigan average. Listings averaged $226 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against $325 and 40% for the Michigan average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 8.7 times as much as in March, usually the slowest. With only 37 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 37 active listings, Markey Township is the 166th-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings shrank 5%.
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Gross bookings per Markey Township listing averaged $21,196 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Michigan average: $34,144), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Markey Township listing brings in $6,410 in July, its best month, and $738 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 55% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 2.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 8.7 times what March does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,775 | 37.5% | $214 | $93 | 32 days | 4.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $1,844 | 29.3% | $206 | $59 | 28 days | 2.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,260 | 27.3% | $200 | $42 | 41 days | 3.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,164 | 20.5% | $200 | $38 | 22 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,297 | 22.2% | $195 | $42 | 41 days | 4.3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $832 | 19.7% | $192 | $30 | 17 days | 6.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $950 | 9.4% | $193 | $31 | 22 days | 2.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $705 | 15.5% | $192 | $23 | 40 days | 2.1 nights |
| May 2026 | $1,575 | 22.3% | $228 | $51 | 83 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,449 | 43.4% | $256 | $115 | 73 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $6,759 | 70.4% | $285 | $218 | 117 days | 4.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,761 | 56.6% | $267 | $154 | 103 days | 3.6 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Markey Township listing earns about $1,740 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb income calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Markey Township Airbnb took in $21,196 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,030 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $1,600 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,330 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,310 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $880 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $17,866 | $27,560 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay16% of Markey Township bookings | $3,330 | $5,150 |
| Gross bookings | $21,196 | $32,710 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 92% of Markey Township listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,070 | −$4,740 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$3,330 | −$5,150 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,060 | −$1,640 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$420 | −$650 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$640 | −$980 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$210 | −$210 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$110 | −$110 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$8,840 | −$13,480 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $12,356about $1,030 a month | $19,230about $1,600 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Markey Township's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Markey Township home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $2,730 a month, against $1,770 for the average one.
Occupancy
Markey Township listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Michigan average (40%) and 6 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 22% in January to 71% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Markey Township, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Markey Township, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $226 over the past year, about 30% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates swing with the seasons, from about $160 in March to about $260 in July.
The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 61% above March's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $226 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Markey Township it averaged $90 over the past year, from about $24 in a typical March to about $207 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 8.7 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $90 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 37 active listings, the monthly pattern in Markey Township is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in March.
Average revenue by month in Markey Township
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,130 |
| February | $915 |
| March | $738 |
| April | $931 |
| May | $1,830 |
| June | $3,450 |
| July | $6,410 |
| August | $4,850 |
| September | $2,320 |
| October | $1,890 |
| November | $1,030 |
| December | $1,220 |
Guests book Markey Township stays 72 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 113 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 16 days. A typical July booking is made in late March.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 72 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 37 active listings in Markey Township display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Markey Township.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks six Markey Township neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lake Margrethe, Higgins Lake and Kalkaska. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Margrethe | This serene spot is perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts looking for a lakeside getaway. With ample opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating, it's a prime location for a relaxing retreat. | Lake Margrethe, Boating activities, Fishing spots, Picnic areas, Nature trails |
| Higgins Lake | Renowned for its clear waters and stunning scenery, Higgins Lake attracts visitors in summer for swimming and in winter for snow sports. An ideal location for year-round rentals. | Higgins Lake State Park, Swimming and beach access, Snowmobiling, Fishing, Scenic hiking trails |
| Kalkaska | Kalkaska is positioned near beautiful lakes and forests, making it a prime location for those seeking outdoor adventure, including hiking, fishing, and snowmobiling. | Kalkaska State Fish Hatchery, Fishing and boating, Riverwalk, Nearby state parks, Snowmobile trails |
| Manistee National Forest | This expansive forest area is ideal for nature lovers and those seeking outdoor activities. The proximity to hiking trails and serene landscapes makes it attractive for Airbnb hosting. | Manistee River, Hiking trails, Camping sites, Wildlife watching, Scenic drives |
| Petoskey | This picturesque town features stunning waterfront views along Lake Michigan, historic architecture, and is close to the popular Petoskey State Park. | Petoskey State Park, Historic gaslight district, Shopping and dining, Waterfront parks, Nearby Boyne Mountains |
| Charlevoix | Famous for its beautiful waterfront and charming downtown area, Charlevoix provides access to outdoor recreation, quaint shops, and vibrant local culture, perfect for visitors. | Lake Charlevoix, Historic buildings, Charlevoix Marina, Scenic biking trails, Local art galleries |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Markey Township is an entire home: all 37 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 68%, about 2.3 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (30%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Markey Township Airbnb listings by room type
Listings by property type
Markey Township Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 67.6% | 25 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 29.7% | 11 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 2.7% | 1 |
Most Markey Township homes are built for groups: 56% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (44%).
Markey Township entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 44.4% | 16 |
| 3 bedrooms | 41.7% | 15 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.3% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.6% | 2 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Markey Township earned $18,900 over the past year, against $14,200 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 16 | $18,900 | $22,800 | $187 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 15 | $14,200 | $16,600 | $227 | 29% |
Markey Township is a group-trip market: 49% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.3 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (22%).
Markey Township listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 3 guests | 8.1% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 2.7% | 1 |
| 5 guests | 2.7% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 21.6% | 8 |
| 7 guests | 16.2% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 48.6% | 18 |
Markey Township hosts set up an average of 4.5 beds per listing. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are close to standard in Markey Township: 97% of listings have one, and 51% have a fireplace.
Share of Markey Township listings with each common amenity
Guests
Markey Township draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Michigan is the largest source, at about 4% of reviews.
98% of Markey Township guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Markey Township guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 4.2% |
| Lansing | 3.0% |
| Davison | 2.4% |
| Troy | 2.4% |
| Grand Rapids | 2.4% |
Where Markey Township guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 97.6% |
| Japan | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% |
| Canada | 0.6% |
Languages spoken by Markey Township guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 92.7% |
| Polish | 2.4% |
| Sign Language | 2.4% |
| Japanese | 2.4% |
Markey Township Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 70% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83.
Check-in scores highest in Markey Township; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.91 |
| Cleanliness | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.95 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.96 |
| Value | 4.83 |
Booking patterns
More than nine in ten Markey Township listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 8% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Markey Township listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.2% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 29.7% | 11 |
| 91-180 days | 8.1% | 3 |
Days a year Markey Township listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 8.1% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 32.4% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 45.9% | 17 |
| 1-30 days | 13.5% | 5 |
The average Markey Township booking lasts 4.3 nights, longest in June and shortest in March. Listings took about 19 bookings each over the year. About six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m.; check-out is split almost evenly between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Markey Township
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About three-quarters of listings in Markey Township accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Markey Township listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Markey Township, used by 57% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about two-thirds of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 30% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Markey Township listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
95% of Markey Township listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $161. Spread over the average stay of 4.3 nights, that adds roughly $35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 16% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Markey Township, a 16-bedroom home, took in $77,900 over the past year, about 3.7 times the city's average of $21,200. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Shady Valley Cabins Entire home · 16 bedrooms Rated 4.67
Houghton Lake Getaway w/ Pontoon Included! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.80
Cozy Fall Stay | Hot Tub Retreat, Yaks & SUPs Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Lovely Roscommon Cabin < 3 Mi to Higgins Lake! Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Golfers Special. Higgins and Houghton Lake area. Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Lakefront Cottage on Private, Spacious Property! Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Professional management companies run 16% of Markey Township listings and owners run the rest, though 41% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 46% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 92% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 32 km, Grayling Charter Township (31 km away, 43 listings) earned the most per listing, about 43% more than Markey Township. Roscommon was the busiest, booked on 40% of nights against 35% in Markey Township.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Lake 8 km | 78 | $21,044 | $224 | 36% |
| Roscommon 9 km | 52 | $21,732 | $302 | 40% |
| Prudenville 9 km | 79 | $28,175 | $289 | 33% |
| Gerrish Township 10 km | 59 | $19,333 | $238 | 31% |
| Lyon Township 11 km | 31 | $29,584 | $283 | 39% |
| St. Helen 22 km | 38 | $15,374 | $186 | 32% |
| Grayling Charter Township 31 km | 43 | $30,361 | $323 | 39% |
| Grayling 32 km | 41 | $24,650 | $236 | 36% |
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FAQ
An active Markey Township Airbnb grossed $21,196 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 37 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,690 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Markey Township listings earn between $1,120 and $2,690 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,570 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Markey Township were booked on 35% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Markey Township cost $226 before fees. Half of listings charge between $150 and $240, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Markey Township listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Markey Township Airbnb grossed $21,196 in the 12 months to September 2026, 38% below the Michigan average of $34,144. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $12,356 a year (about $1,030 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $1,600 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $6,410 per active listing over the past two years, and March usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Markey Township listing was open to book earned $90 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made $186 or more.
Markey Township stays were booked 72 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Markey Township Airbnb stay lasted 4.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 19 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Markey Township Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Lake Margrethe, Higgins Lake and Kalkaska draw the most short-term rental interest in Markey Township. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 37 active Airbnb listings in Markey Township as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Houghton Lake, 8 km away.
In Markey Township, 95% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $161.
Method
Figures on this page cover 37 active Airbnb listings in Markey Township from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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