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Mid-Term Rentals That Perform
How size, price, and location determine mid-term rental performance
Location. Location. Location!
The #1 ranking criteria when selecting a property
Around 15% of traveling professionals visit without a car, requiring them to live within close proximity to the hospitals.
A well-located property will often outperform a larger or more luxurious unit farther away, with higher occupancy and more consistent monthly rates.
When you’re exploring new units to purchase, look for properties within 5 miles of a major hospital or clinic.
Smaller Units Win:
Why studios and one-bedrooms outperform larger rentals in mid-term housing.

Over 60% of nurses and doctors travel solo, therefore making studios a more affordable and ideal rental for this group.
Smaller units typically come with lower purchase prices, lower furnishing costs, and monthly rents that stay within hospital housing stipends.
If you own a larger property, those with yards come in at a close second! Around 40% of travelers bring a pet, making rentals with outdoor space popular.
Rental Price Matters More Than You Think…
Pricing for occupancy, not just top-line rent
Most travel nurses and healthcare professionals receive a fixed monthly housing stipend, and they’re highly motivated to stay within it.
The stipend amount varies by city and length of stay, with an average stipend of $2200/month across the United States.
If your rental isn’t booking at the set price, try dropping the rent or offering other incentives. It’s not uncommon for nurses to extend their contract, providing you more consistency.
Rank The Property
A 3 bedroom house with a yard that’s walking distance to the hospital. | 🥇Great fit! Make sure your description emphasizes the backyard and you’ll most likely receive a booking from a nurse with pets. |
An outdated studio that’s 20 minutes from the hospital but includes an underground parking spot. | 🥈Desirable unit! This unit will most likely be booked by a solo traveler who wants covered parking in the winter. |
An updated 1 bedroom apartment without laundry in the building. | 🥉Least likely to rent. Rentals don’t need to have in-unit laundry but in-building laundry is almost a necessity to succeed. |



