Find a Hillsborough County Airbnb Realtor – Buy a Vacation or Short-Term Rental Property

Frequently Asked Questions for Airbnb Investment Properties

How can an Airbnb Realtor or agent help me find high-performing rentals?

A Hillsborough County Airbnb Realtor connected through STR Realtor Search is your gateway to finding high-performing short-term rental properties in the area. We work exclusively with local agents who not only understand the Florida housing market but also have real experience with what makes homes profitable as vacation rentals. Whether you're looking at single-family homes near the beach, stylish condos downtown, or multi-unit apartments that offer flexibility and cash flow, our vetted Realtors can help you spot the best opportunities before they hit the mainstream market.

Through our parent company, Rise Collective, we go far beyond just connecting you to a Realtor. Our platform provides everything you need to succeed as an investor—from helping you get pre-approved through BNB Lending, to value-boosting renovations via BNB Construction and BNB Turnkey , to full-service Airbnb management with Home Team Luxury Rentals. You can take the reins and be hands-on, or let us handle the entire process for you. We’ve designed the system to make investing in Florida as efficient, data-driven, and profitable as possible.

What neighborhoods are best for short-term rental income in this area?

Hillsborough County offers a wide range of STR investment opportunities, from urban Tampa neighborhoods like Seminole Heights and Hyde Park to suburban markets such as Brandon and Riverview. The county’s favorable STR zoning in unincorporated areas and steady tourism traffic make it a consistent performer. Real estate includes historic homes, new builds, and condos at varying price points. Hillsborough also benefits from medical, business, and sports-related travel, ensuring year-round demand. For investors seeking diversity in property types and guest demographics, Hillsborough County provides flexibility, strong rental income potential, and long-term growth in one of Florida’s major metro markets.

Are there Airbnb restrictions or license requirements in Hillsborough County?

Hillsborough County allows short-term rentals in unincorporated areas with relatively few restrictions. Operators must obtain a county business tax receipt and register with the Florida DBPR and Department of Revenue for licensing and tax collection. STRs in incorporated cities like Tampa or Plant City may have their own stricter ordinances. Most unincorporated zones are STR-friendly, but deed-restricted communities or HOAs may limit rentals under 30 days. The county enforces basic nuisance laws and requires general business compliance but does not have a separate STR ordinance.

What makes a house — or other property types like condos or townhomes — ideal for short-term rentals in this market?

In Hillsborough County, ideal STRs in unincorporated areas include single-family homes with 3+ bedrooms, pools, and updated kitchens. Guests may be tourists, families, or professionals needing short stays. Townhomes or condos can work near city centers or hospitals, provided zoning permits STRs. Proximity to Tampa attractions and ease of access to highways increase rental potential.

Can you show reviews or data on successful Airbnb investments nearby?

Yes, we frequently analyze regional Airbnb data from platforms like AirDNA and PriceLabs to identify high-performing properties across Florida. In popular areas such as Orlando, Tampa Bay, and along the 30A corridor, many short-term rentals consistently achieve occupancy rates between 50–67%, with average daily rates (ADR) ranging from $222 to $289, depending on the season and location. For instance, Orlando’s short-term rentals average a 51% occupancy rate with an ADR of $243.30, leading to an annual revenue of approximately $21,516.

We track key performance indicators including RevPAR (Revenue Per Available Room), booking lead time, and guest reviews to benchmark potential properties. This data-driven approach allows us to provide investor clients with anonymized case studies and aggregated review trends, offering insights into what drives success in different zones throughout Florida.

For example, in Tampa Bay, there has been a notable increase in suburban short-term rentals, with listings growing by 25% last year. However, this surge in supply has outpaced demand, leading to an 11% drop in occupancy rates across the region.

If you're interested, we can provide more detailed data or case studies tailored to specific Florida locations to assist in your investment decisions.

Do you partner with property managers or cohosting services based here?

We don’t outsource property management — we handle it in-house through Home Team Luxury Rentals , part of the Rise Collective. As one of the fastest-growing and highest-rated independently owned property management companies in the U.S., Home Team delivers full-service short-term rental management with a focus on performance, guest experience, and investor satisfaction.

While STR Realtor Search collaborates with top-performing real estate agents and agencies across the Florida and across the US, property management is fully integrated within our ecosystem. This ensures investors benefit from a unified strategy, seamless communication, and best-in-class operational excellence without relying on third-party managers or cohosts.

In addition, we have the full time attention of Ricardo Carillo, a trusted STR mortgage broker , to find you the best deal for financing!