Short-term rentals aren’t dead, but they’re definitely not the goldmine they once were.
If you’re still playing by the 2017 rules—listing a cute space, charging a premium, and hoping for passive income—you’ve likely felt the pressure. The market is saturated, regulations are tightening, and guest expectations have skyrocketed.
But while traditional short-term rentals are getting squeezed… Midterm rentals are quietly becoming the hottest opportunity of 2025.
Let’s break down why—and how to pivot into this profitable lane before everyone else catches on.
The Short-Term Rental Era Is Shifting (and Not in Your Favor)
What used to be a simple hosting model—clean design + decent location = steady cash flow—is now a full-on luxury competition. Guests expect:
- Pickleball courts
- Cold plunges
- Themed decor
- Concierge-level service
And if you’re not investing heavily to stand out, your listing likely gets buried.
Worse? Major platforms are tightening control over guest communication. Hosts can’t easily collect contact details, move bookings off-platform, or even text guests directly. One misstep, and your listing could be suspended.
This is no longer passive income. It’s a job—with less control and more risk.
Enter: The Rise of Midterm Rentals
Midterm rentals (stays of 30+ days) are booming—and for good reason. These aren’t tourists. They’re professionals who need housing:
- Travel nurses
- Remote workers
- Digital Nomads
- Corporate contractors
These guests stay longer, cancel less, and require fewer resources. That means:
- ✅ Fewer turnovers
- ✅ Lower cleaning and consumables cost
- ✅ Stable, predictable income
- ✅ Less red tape in regulated cities
One host shared that their midterm rental brought in $6,500 in a slow month—more net profit than their short-term version of the same unit that grossed $7,900 (after subtracting nine turnovers and cleaning fees).
Why 2025 Is The Year to Pivot
Here’s what the data is saying:
- Over 36 million Americans are expected to be fully remote by the end of 2025
- Mid-size cities and suburban markets are quietly becoming hotspots for contractors, healthcare workers, and relocating families
Bottom line? The early adopters of midterm rentals are setting themselves up to win big—without needing a luxury treehouse in the desert or a $100K design budget.
Ready to Build Something That Lasts?
If you’re tired of chasing bookings, riding seasonal highs and lows, or feeling boxed in by ever-changing Short term rental laws… midterm rentals might be your next big move.
Whether you’re a landlord, long-term investor, or short-term rental host looking to pivot—now is the time to step into a smarter, more sustainable rental model.
The Best Part? The Midwell Platform Is Here For You
Midwell is building direct pipelines with:
- Local hospitals
- Corporate housing teams
- Insurance agencies
- Contractors and developers
With the right tools in place, you can manage everything seamlessly—from leases and rent collection to guest communication—without platform restrictions or middlemen. Your property. Your terms. Your income.
Midterm Rentals: Trend or Transformation?
Some say it’s a fad. But Wall Street doesn’t invest in fads—and they’re all-in.
- This isn’t just a moment. It’s a shift.
- The short-term rental market is maturing.
- The midterm rental space? Still early innings. And in 2025, the wave is just beginning.
💼 Sign up with Midwell today and take control of your rental business—on your terms.
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