How much does Airbnb management cost in Tennessee?
Chādy's Tennessee Airbnb and vacation rental management fee is 18–25% of gross rental revenue, depending on submarket and service selection. Mid-term rentals are 15–18% and long-term rentals are 10–12%. No hidden fees. 90-day commitment, then month-to-month — never long-term contracts.
Who is the best vacation rental management company in Tennessee?
Chādy Property Management is a top-rated Tennessee Airbnb and vacation rental management company with 4,000+ five-star reviews and a 4.9-star average across a multi-state portfolio. Owners get full-service operations including dynamic pricing, 30+ platform distribution, 24/7 guest support, and end-to-end TN Department of Revenue plus Nashville STRP, Franklin, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, and Sevier County permit handling.
What Tennessee markets does Chādy manage?
Active Tennessee markets: Nashville (Downtown, Germantown, East Nashville, 12 South, The Gulch, Midtown), Franklin, Murfreesboro, and Kingston Springs. Expansion queue (now accepting qualified owners): Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge / Sevierville (Great Smoky Mountains), Chattanooga, Knoxville, and Memphis.
How much can my Tennessee Airbnb earn?
Tennessee annual gross revenue typically runs $40K–$65K for 1-BR, $55K–$95K for 2-BR, $85K–$135K for 3-BR, and $125K–$210K+ for 4-BR luxury homes. Smokies cabins (3–5 BR) run $90K–$220K+ depending on season-weighted ADR. Top-performing Downtown Nashville and Germantown homes exceed $210K. Submit your address for a custom 24-hour projection.
How fast can my Tennessee vacation rental go live?
Most Tennessee properties launch within 3–6 weeks — professional photography, listing creation, dynamic pricing setup, TN DOR registration plus Nashville STRP or the appropriate local permit (Franklin, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, Sevier County), plus distribution across 30+ platforms including Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com. Timeline depends on local permit inspection scheduling.
Does Chādy handle Tennessee vacation rental permits?
Yes. We manage the state and local permit stack end-to-end: Tennessee Department of Revenue registration, Nashville Metro STRP (Types 1, 2, and 3) including zoning and insurance validation, plus local permits in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga, Knoxville, and Sevier County (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville) — including 24/7 local-contact designation and annual renewals.
Are short-term rentals legal in Nashville?
Yes, with a proper STRP permit. Nashville Metro requires a Short-Term Rental Property (STRP) permit — Type 1 (owner-occupied), Type 2 (non-owner-occupied, only in permitted zoning), or Type 3 (multi-family/commercial). Type 2 availability is limited by zoning and cap rules in certain residential districts. Chādy validates eligibility before listing.
What's the difference between STRP Types 1, 2, and 3 in Nashville?
Type 1 is owner-occupied (you live at the property). Type 2 is non-owner-occupied residential, and is only allowed in specific zoning districts — not in most single-family residential (R and RS) zones. Type 3 applies to multi-family, commercial, or mixed-use properties in permitted zoning. Chādy confirms which STRP type applies to your Nashville property before you commit to buying or listing.
What taxes do Tennessee Airbnb hosts pay?
Tennessee short-term rental hosts owe TN state sales tax (7%) + local option sales tax (~2.25–2.75%) + local occupancy / lodging / hotel tax (typically ~6%) — roughly 15–16% combined. Chādy registers your property with the Tennessee Department of Revenue and local jurisdictions, collects taxes through Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com where remittance is available, and files any balance owed on your behalf.
Do you also manage mid-term and long-term rentals in Tennessee?
Yes. While short-term rental management is our primary service (18–25%), we also manage mid-term rentals for Vanderbilt / HCA / Ascension traveling medical staff, touring musicians, and corporate relocations (15–18%), plus annual 12-month long-term leases across Middle Tennessee (10–12%).
Do I still control my Tennessee property?
Yes. Owners retain full ownership, set blackout dates, and can use the property personally at any time.
What's included in full-service Tennessee vacation rental management?
Dynamic pricing, 30+ platform listings (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and more), 24/7 guest communication, hotel-quality cleaning, maintenance coordination, professional photography, TN DOR + Nashville STRP / local permit handling, 24/7 local-contact coverage, and monthly owner reporting.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. Chādy operates on a 90-day initial commitment, then month-to-month.
How is Chādy different from national vacation rental management companies in Tennessee?
Chādy is a boutique hospitality operator with a dedicated Tennessee team — not a national call center. Local teams, local pricing, 90-day commitments (vs. 12–24 months typical at national managers), 18–25% STR fees, and a 4.9-star average across 4,000+ reviews. Full-service management across a multi-state luxury portfolio — not a volume play.
How much does the average Nashville Airbnb make per month?
Nashville market ADR runs roughly $240–$420 with occupancy averaging 60–78% and a strong peak March through October. Chādy-managed Nashville vacation rentals typically outperform the market: 2-BR homes generate $55K–$95K annually, 3-BR homes $85K–$135K, and 4-BR luxury / bachelorette homes $125K–$210K+.
What drives Tennessee Airbnb demand year-round?
Nashville STR demand peaks around CMA Fest (June), Bonnaroo (June), SEC and Titans football (Sept–Dec), bachelorette season (March–October), NYE, and the Nashville convention calendar. The Smokies market peaks in summer, October leaf season, and the Christmas / Dollywood holiday window. Chādy's dynamic pricing engine calibrates rates to these demand drivers in real time.
Does Chādy manage cabins in the Great Smoky Mountains?
We're actively expanding into Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and Wears Valley, and we're accepting qualified cabin owners into our Smokies onboarding queue now. Our TN operations team handles Sevier County business tax, city-level lodging tax, and the local safety and inspection requirements — then launches your cabin on 30+ booking platforms.
Can I switch from a national vacation rental manager to Chādy?
Yes. Tennessee Airbnb owners frequently switch from national full-service managers to Chādy for lower fees (18–25% vs. 25–35% industry norms), shorter commitment (90 days vs. 12–24 months), a dedicated TN team instead of a national call center, and measurably higher guest ratings (4.9★ vs. 4.3–4.6★ category average). Transition is handled end-to-end in under 30 days — we manage the listing migration, review-transfer strategy, and seamless guest handoff.
