Platforms like CINC (Commissions Inc) and BoomTown are popular among realtors for managing lead generation and tracking and often support custom single-property pages too.

The state’s popularity among snowbirds (temporary winter residents) helps support demand in the colder months, allowing for a more stable real estate cycle than in states with harsher winters.Phoenix, for instance, has one of the fastest-growing housing markets in the country, with consistent demand for both primary and secondary residences.

But they are not very popular and usually for larger properties.

This is particularly beneficial in popular tourist areas where demand for short-term lodging is high.Flexibility: Owners can choose when to rent their property, allowing them to use it personally during off-peak times.Support for Local Tourism: STRs provide a unique lodging option for tourists, helping to boost the local economy by attracting visitors who may prefer a home-like stay over traditional hotels.Diversification for Investors: STRs provide real estate investors with an additional income stream, especially if they own properties in tourist-heavy areas.Cons:Strict Regulations and Higher Fees: San Antonio recently updated its STR regulations.

The Hocking Hills is popular for short term rentals but is competitive.

I usually only "harden" them to get them ready for the abuse they're about to endure and also do roofs, exterior paint, new HVACs, etc.

Despite its popularity, very few actually understand the asset class and how to achieve optimal returns.

It is one of the reason they continue to be popular despite the outrageous fees in my opinion. 

With the high cost of the popular keywords, driven by “auction” combination of high bids and best results, it has become much more difficult and costly then SEO.  

I believe shared housing is going to become more popular, due to the lack of available housing throughout the country; and lenders, insurance, etc. will need to find ways to accommodate their use.