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Airbnb ROI Calculator for Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma Investors

Estimate your potential monthly revenue, expenses, cash flow, and return on investment for a short-term rental property in the Algoma Region.

For educational and estimation purposes only. This calculator does not guarantee actual results. See full disclaimer below.

Estimates only. Consult a mortgage broker for accurate qualification and rate information.

Purchase price

$

Down payment

$80,000.00 on a $400,000.00 purchase

%

Mortgage amount

Auto-calculated: purchase price minus down payment

$320,000

Annual interest rate

%

Amortization period

yrs

Payment frequency

Location determines whether Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) applies.

Adjust the inputs below to reflect your expected rental performance.

Average nightly rate

Your listed nightly price before fees

$

Expected occupancy rate

Percentage of available nights booked

%

Nights per month

Calendar nights available (typically 28–31)

Cleaning fee per booking

Fee charged to guests per stay

$

Average bookings per month

Number of separate guest stays

HST Note

Airbnb generally collects HST from guests and remits it directly to the CRA. HST is not treated as host income in this calculator because it typically does not pass through the host's hands.

Stay In The Soo charges 20% of nightly revenue + HST for full-service management.

Estimates based on typical Sault Ste. Marie operating costs. Adjust as needed.

Property taxes

Monthly portion of annual property tax

$

PUC utilities (electricity & water)

$

Enbridge natural gas

$

Bell Fibe high-speed internet

$

Snow removal & lawn care

$

Consumables (toiletries, supplies)

$

Insurance

$

Repairs & maintenance reserve

$

Other monthly expenses

$

Select any upgrades you plan to add. One-time costs are added to your total investment for ROI purposes; recurring costs are added to monthly operating expenses.

Navien Hot Water On Demand+$6,500 one-time

If the property has a 40-gallon water tank, consider upgrading to a Navien tankless unit so guests never get surprised with a cold shower mid-stay. Price is inclusive of installation and HST.

Hot Tub+$9,000 one-time

A hot tub can substantially increase your nightly rate and dramatically reduce vacancy — most competing Airbnbs in the area do not have one. Includes the unit plus electrician installation fees, all HST-inclusive.

EV Charger (PUC Program)+$55/month

PUC will supply and install an unlimited-use EV charger for a flat monthly fee of ~$55. This attracts higher-end guests who drive electric vehicles and are generally willing to pay a premium nightly rate.

Natural Gas BBQ (no propane tank)+$5,000 one-time

A natural gas BBQ connected directly to the home's gas line is a popular guest amenity that can increase your nightly rate and reduce vacancy. Includes the BBQ unit and gas technician connection fees, HST-inclusive.

Used to calculate cash-on-cash ROI. Down payment is included automatically.

Down payment

Pulled from mortgage section above

$80,000

Estimated closing costs

Legal fees, land transfer tax, inspections

$

Furnishing & setup costs

Furniture, décor, initial supplies

$
Total cash invested$108,000.00

Estimated Monthly Net Cash Flow

$1,165.91

$13,990.89 per year

Cash-on-Cash ROI13.0%

Revenue Breakdown

Booked nights / month27.4
Nightly revenue$6,292.80
Cleaning fees collected (pass-through)$800.00
Gross monthly revenue (excl. HST)$7,092.80

HST collected by Airbnb from guests and remitted to CRA — not included as host revenue.

Deductions & Expenses

Airbnb host fee (3%)-$212.78
MAT — City of Sault Ste. Marie (6%)-$425.57
Stay In The Soo mgmt fee (20%)-$1,258.56
↳ HST on management fee (13%)-$163.61
Cleaning fees to housekeepers-$800.00
Total deductions-$2,860.52

Operating Expense Detail

Property taxes$300.00
PUC utilities$280.00
Natural gas$170.00
Internet$130.00
Snow removal & lawn$160.00
Consumables$100.00
Insurance$200.00
Repairs & maintenance$150.00
Mortgage payment (monthly)$1,576.37
Total operating expenses$3,066.37

Net Summary

Monthly P&L

Gross revenue$7,092.80
Platform & tax deductions-$2,860.52
Operating expenses & mortgage-$3,066.37
Monthly net cash flow$1,165.91
Annual net cash flow$13,990.89

Return Metrics

Cash-on-Cash ROI

on $108,000.00 invested

13.0%

Revenue-to-carrying ratio

per $1 in carrying costs

2.31×

Net yield on carrying costs

before platform fees & deductions

131.3%

Break-even occupancy

your target: 90%

39.4%

Investor Summary

Based on your assumptions, this property could generate approximately $7,092.80 in monthly gross revenue and $1,165.91 in estimated monthly net cash flow. Your estimated annual cash flow would be $13,990.89, resulting in an estimated cash-on-cash ROI of 13.0% on your total cash investment of $108,000.00.

These estimates do not account for mortgage principal paydown, property appreciation, depreciation, income tax implications, seasonal variation, or vacancy risk.

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Legal & Financial Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial, tax, legal, accounting, mortgage, or investment advice. Actual short-term rental performance may vary based on seasonality, market conditions, property quality, pricing strategy, occupancy, expenses, financing terms, regulatory changes, and other factors. Users should consult their own lawyer, accountant, mortgage broker, financial advisor, insurance broker, and tax professional before making any investment decision.