CA · Short-Term Rental Market
Best STR Property Managers in Arnold, CA
Arnold in Calaveras County is an emerging mountain STR market with lower entry prices and steady year-round demand from Bay Area weekenders. Proximity to Bear Valley ski resort and Calaveras Big Trees drives strong seasonal occupancy.
$225/night avg67% occupancyPeak: Jun–Aug, Dec–Jan
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Avg Annual STR Revenue$55,024
Avg Nightly Rate$225
Avg Occupancy Rate67%
Median Purchase Price$420K
Peak SeasonJun–Aug, Dec–Jan
Permits & Regulations
- •Calaveras County STR permit required — $150/yr
- •Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT): 10%
- •Septic system inspection required for permit
- •Fire safety compliance: defensible space clearance required
- •Maximum occupancy per county ordinance
⚠ Last updated: February 2026. Always verify with local authorities.
Top Neighborhoods for STR in Arnold
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Arnold Village
Close to Big Trees, walkable, family market
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Avery
Quieter, larger lots, good for groups
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Dorrington
Premium cabins, higher nightly rates
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What-If
Nightly Rate$225
Occupancy67.0%
Purchase Price$420,000
Monthly Cash Flow-$1,020
Cash-on-Cash-12.7%
Cap Rate3.5%
Break-Even Occ.83.4%
STR vs LTR-$370/mo
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