It's more just that houses are already expensive, that it's a vibrant vacation destination, and builders decide to up their prices because they can.

I am very recently under contract on a place in Sapphire, NC, planning to STR as well.

You might try Sapphire Partners (sapphirepartners.com) or Despard Analytics (despardanalytics.com). 

I am currently attempting to build a network in Sapphire, NC but starting to spread my reach a little farther out.

Boasting a strong economy, tree-lined neighborhoods, vibrant culture and urban walkability, our city is a place where newcomers put down stakes and locals tend to never leave.When looking at Atlanta through a real estate investors lens, the numbers come up big.

It is definitely not a vibrant happening downtown like you may be picturing.

For example, here in western NC, Highlands and Cashiers (small towns) just outlawed STR, while I was looking at buying an STR next door in Sapphire.

That part of the country is certainly very beautiful and close enough to large cities to have a vibrant economic engine.

Pick a vibrant market: When choosing a market to invest in, you should consider all the market elements, including population patterns, the local economy and rates of employment.

Let's meet at 6:30 pm, Saturday, at:RoVino Restaurant + Bar2034 Kettner BoulevardSan Diego, CA 92101-1777After the dinner / drinks, we can stroll the vibrant Little Italy area and maybe enjoy some live music on the Piazza.Please reply here if you will be joining as reservation capacity is max'd at 6 people.Here is my number so that you can locate our group: 360-820-5712