🌴 Monthly Furnished Rental Management in SoCal
Fully Legal Alternative to Short Term Rentals (Video)
By The Numbers: 2025 In Review
How We Stack Up Against the Market
Our Los Angeles portfolio booked 70.1% of available nights in 2025, compared to 44% among similar listings within Airbnb. In the most competitive short-term rental market in California, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, review velocity, and consistent operational execution.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our Greater Palm Springs portfolio booked 44.2% of available nights in 2025, compared to 40% across the broader market and significantly above similar listings within Airbnb. In an oversupplied desert market, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, seasonal strategy, and careful calendar control.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our listings averaged 120% more page views than comparable homes during Jan ’25 → Jan ’26, according to data collected through Airbnb.
High-impact photography, A/B-tested headlines, and dynamic pricing tools keep us locked above the fold, reaching travelers before they even start filtering.
Our listings appeared on page one 56.5% of the time in 2025, compared to 26% for similar listings on Airbnb.
This consistent placement reflects pricing discipline, photography quality, and review velocity across our portfolio.
Our listings converted at 0.30% in 2025, compared to 0.16% for similar listings on Airbnb. That gap represents an 88% conversion advantage, up from 60% in 2024.
Higher conversion means more bookings from the same traffic, translating directly into higher occupancy and net revenue.
Our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days in 2025, compared to 5.5 days for similar listings on Airbnb.
This nearly 2x advantage reflects intentional design, pricing strategy, and a belief that longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
🌵 Discover the Benefits of Monthly Rentals
A Smart Alternative to Short-Term Rentals
Short-term rentals aren’t the best fit for everyone. At Open Air Homes, our specialty in monthly furnished rentals offers homeowners:
- Legal compliance (Licensed Real Estate Brokerage, DRE #02164159)
- Reduced wear and tear with fewer turnovers
- Stable income from guests typically staying 1-6 months
Our professionally managed monthly rentals appeal to corporate travelers, digital nomads, relocating families, and homeowners seeking less frequent turnover and predictable revenue.
🌴 Why Homeowners Choose Monthly Rentals
- Legal & Compliant: No short-term permits required; tenant rights protected via official CAR lease agreements.
- Less Stress & Maintenance: Long-term guests mean fewer turnovers and lower operational demands.
- Flexible Income: Earn 20-40% more than annual leases while retaining home access.
Interested in Monthly Rental Property Management?
Reach out to discuss if monthly furnished rentals are right for you. We’ll create a tailored strategy aligning perfectly with your property goals.
💬 FAQ for Homeowners Considering Monthly Rentals
🌴 Are monthly rentals fully legal in my area?
Yes! Month+ rentals (30 days or more) are fully legal in most locations and do not require short-term rental permits.
In California, Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT) apply only to stays under 30 days, and guests staying over 30 days gain tenant rights. Many property managers are not licensed brokerages and rely solely on Airbnb or VRBO rental contracts, assuming guests will leave as agreed.
However, under California law, a signed CAR (California Association of Realtors) lease agreement is necessary to legally enforce tenant departures if needed. While we have never had to evict a tenant in 14 years of business, eviction cases do happen in this industry. Using CAR contracts ensures legal protection and peace of mind for homeowners.
🌴 How do you find tenants for monthly rentals?
We use multi-platform marketing (Airbnb, VRBO, Zillow, Redfin, Google Travel, Direct Bookings) and conduct thorough tenant screening to find responsible, high-quality renters.
🌴 Do I need to provide a lease agreement for monthly rentals?
No, we handle everything! We use California Association of Realtors (CAR) contracts, ensuring your lease is professionally structured and legally sound. Each contract is signed by our Broker of Record and sent to guests via DocuSign for a seamless and secure process.
In California, guests staying over 30 days automatically gain tenant rights—and without a signed lease, homeowners have little legal protection. Our job is to protect you from these risks, ensuring every rental is properly documented and legally enforceable.
🌴 What happens if a tenant damages my home?
We conduct thorough inspections before and after each stay to document the condition of your home. Our cleaners upload photos through Turno, and our property managers take additional photos, ensuring comprehensive records for insurance purposes.
For any damage, we coordinate repairs and handle insurance claims as needed. The monthly rental market has largely moved beyond traditional security deposits in favor of traveler’s insurance (via Safely) and AirCover through Airbnb, providing homeowners with protection.
🌴 Can I still use my home when I want?
Yes! You can block dates for personal use, allowing you to enjoy your home while still earning rental income.
However, if you rely on monthly rentals, blocking just a few days here and there can make it much harder to secure longer stays. Since the minimum stay is 30 days, having an open calendar increases occupancy and revenue. Based on our experience, frequent blocked dates can significantly reduce overall earnings and limit booking opportunities.