STR starting out in Cranberry/Wexford/Pittsburgh area

[Scotty Pugmire]

Hoping to connect with some people with experience in the area with 

- property managers 

- cleaners 

- successful properties there 

I am currently considering purchasing a property to list a a short term rental near Pittsburgh in the cranberry/Wexford area. 

Currently I believe it could be a great market for STR. What have your experiences been? How much slower are the winter months compare to summer? Any regulations in the area? Roadblocks you've run into?

[Sarah Kensinger]

We have dabbled in the Pittsburg market, and we're located not too far from there, so I know a bit about the area. Right now, there are no regulations but, in a few months, once an ordnance goes into effect you'll need to pay for a yearly permit. 

There is a draw of people throughout most the year. Here in eastern Ohio, Pittsburgh is the place to go for all the bachelor and bachelorette parties. Not to mention the football games, other sports, conferences, etc. If you can find a 5/4 in a good area of South Side flats...within the city of Pittsburg....and have an eye-catching design with plenty of amenities, you could bring in a decent profit. I don't know about north of Pittsburgh since that is outside city proper....although a quick search on Airdna showed that Wexford is better than Cranberry!

If I can help you further, please feel free to reach out!