How Real Estate Investors Are Winning with Corporate Housing (Mid-Term Rentals Done Right)
Corporate Housing 101: How Real Estate Investors Are Profiting from the New Mid-Term Rental Boom
Introduction
When most people think of rental strategies, they imagine either:
Long-term tenants on 12-month leases, or
Short-term Airbnb-style stays for vacationers
But there’s a third lane—and it’s growing fast:
Corporate housing.
Corporate housing is the sweet spot between short-term and long-term rentals, offering fully furnished properties for 30+ day stays to professionals, traveling nurses, relocation clients, and remote workers.
For real estate investors, this strategy is becoming a high-profit, low-headache option in today’s shifting rental landscape.
Here’s what corporate housing is, who it’s for, and how you can profit from it.
What Is Corporate Housing?
Corporate housing refers to furnished rental properties leased out for 30 days or more, typically to:
Traveling business professionals
Healthcare workers (travel nurses, medical techs)
Insurance displacement clients
Relocation clients (families or individuals between homes)
Remote workers or digital nomads staying for a few months at a time
These tenants want flexibility, comfort, and convenience—not a hotel room or a bare-bones long-term rental.
🛏️ Think: a fully furnished 2-bedroom home or apartment with Wi-Fi, kitchen supplies, and a washer/dryer—ready for move-in.
Why Investors Are Loving Corporate Housing Right Now
✅ Higher Cash Flow Than Long-Term Rentals
Because you're offering convenience and flexibility, you can charge a premium monthly rate—often 1.5x to 3x more than traditional rent.
✅ Lower Turnover Than Short-Term Rentals
Unlike Airbnbs that turn over every few nights, corporate housing guests stay 30+ days, reducing vacancy and cleaning frequency.
✅ Fewer Management Headaches
With the right property manager or systems, this model is scalable and less intensive than nightly rentals.
✅ Strong Demand in Certain Markets
In cities with hospitals, major employers, universities, or government contractors, corporate housing demand is year-round.
Where Corporate Housing Works Best
Markets with strong:
Healthcare presence (think traveling nurses)
Corporate hubs or military/government offices
Tech or energy companies
Insurance claims (weather or disaster-prone areas)
Look for properties near:
Hospitals
Business parks
Airports
Downtowns or walkable neighborhoods
📍 Proximity to convenience and safety are key selling points.
What Makes a Good Corporate Housing Property?
Not every unit works for this strategy. Ideal corporate rentals:
Are 1–3 bedrooms with flexible layouts
Come fully furnished with high-speed internet, smart TVs, stocked kitchens, and laundry
Have safe parking and a clean, move-in ready appearance
Are professionally cleaned and well-maintained
Pro tip: Furnish once, profit repeatedly. Think quality, not luxury.
How to Market Corporate Rentals
You won’t find these tenants on Zillow or Craigslist.
Use platforms like:
Furnished Finder (perfect for travel nurses)
Airbnb (30+ day listings)
Facebook Marketplace & relocation groups
Partner with HR departments, hospitals, and insurance relocation companies
🧲 Create a branded listing with clear pricing, amenities, and availability. Photos matter.
Final Thoughts: Is Corporate Housing Right for You?
If you want:
More cash flow than long-term rentals
Less drama than Airbnb
And a growing tenant base of professionals who treat your property with respect…
Then corporate housing might be your next smart move.
It’s the mid-term rental strategy that delivers long-term results—and it’s gaining momentum fast.
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