The most common question before buying. The correct answer isn’t a single number, it’s a range that depends on concrete variables: property size, community, amenities, management quality, and season.
What can be done is show how that projection is built using real Orlando market data for 2026.
First: what the market shows at a general level
According to vacation rental analytics platforms, the median annual gross income for properties in the Orlando market over the period February 2025 – January 2026 was approximately $38,000, with a median occupancy rate of 67% and an ADR (average daily rate) of around $147.
That $38,000 figure is a market-wide median; it includes small properties and large ones, well-managed and poorly managed, with pools and without, in premium communities and in lower-demand areas.
For vacation homes in resort communities near Disney which is the most relevant property type for the Latin American investor the numbers look considerably different. A 4–5 bedroom home with a private pool in a short-term rental-approved community, professionally managed with dynamic pricing, can generate between $45,000 and $65,000 in annual gross income. A 6–8 bedroom home in a premium community can exceed $80,000.
To understand how these income figures translate into net profitability and ROI, our complete guide to calculating vacation rental ROI in Orlando uses income as the starting point for the full financial analysis.
Income projection by bedroom count
Property size is the single most determinant factor in gross income. Larger capacity means higher ADR and higher income potential. The relationship isn’t perfectly linear; an 8-bedroom home doesn’t generate exactly double a 4-bedroom but the impact is significant.
The following projections apply to properties in short-term rental-approved communities in the Disney corridor (Kissimmee, Davenport, communities like ChampionsGate or Solterra), with a private pool, professional management, and dynamic pricing:
| Size | Estimated ADR | Annual occupancy | Estimated annual gross income |
| 3–4 bedrooms | $170 – $220 | 65–70% | $40,000 – $56,000 |
| 5–6 bedrooms | $220 – $300 | 65–72% | $52,000 – $79,000 |
| 7–8 bedrooms | $280 – $380 | 62–70% | $63,000 – $97,000 |
| 9–10 bedrooms | $350 – $500 | 58–65% | $74,000 – $119,000 |
These ranges assume professional management with dynamic pricing. Without that management, income typically falls 20% to 30% due to static pricing and lower low-season occupancy.
How income varies by community
Not all communities generate the same income with equivalent properties. Brand recognition, HOA-included amenities, and proximity to Disney directly affect the ADR guests are willing to pay.
- Windsor Hills (Kissimmee): 1.5 miles from Disney, it’s the community with the highest brand recognition among guests. Nightly rates are consistently higher than equivalent communities further out. A 5-bedroom home can yield $5,000–$7,000 per month during the high season.
- ChampionsGate (Davenport): the community name improves platform search conversion. Large homes with Oasis Club access command elevated ADR, especially during summer and Christmas high season.
- Solterra Resort (Davenport): more accessible entry price with solid performance for first investments. 5–6 bedroom homes typically yield $42,000–$58,000 in annual gross income with good management.
- Storey Lake (Kissimmee): newer community with strong platform demand. Townhomes with private splash pools have high occupancy and lower maintenance costs than larger homes.
- Reunion Resort (Davenport): the premium market. 7–10 bedroom homes with golf course and private water park access can exceed $100,000 in annual gross income for well-positioned properties.
The income impact of specific amenities
Within the same community and bedroom count, specific property amenities can move ADR by 15% to 40%.
- Heated private pool: in Orlando, guests actively seek heated pools during cooler months (November–March). A heated pool can justify $20–$40 more per night and meaningfully improves low-season occupancy.
- Game room or private home theater: highly valued by families with children and large groups. Can add $15–$30 per night to ADR for well-equipped properties.
- Themed décor: Disney, Star Wars, or Marvel themed rooms generate more direct theme-based searches and allow slightly higher ADRs. Initial investment typically pays back within 12–18 months.
- Spa / outdoor hot tub: attractive to adults and groups. Adds booking value during holiday seasons and special weekends.
Monthly projection: how income varies by season
For the numbers to be useful, they need to be shown across the year not as a flat annual average. Orlando’s market has clearly defined seasons that create significant month-to-month variation.
The following projection is for a 5-bedroom home with a private pool in Kissimmee, professionally managed with dynamic pricing:
| Month | Estimated ADR | Occupied nights | Estimated monthly income |
| January | $180 | 14 | $2,520 |
| February | $200 | 16 | $3,200 |
| March | $250 | 22 | $5,500 |
| April | $220 | 19 | $4,180 |
| May | $200 | 18 | $3,600 |
| June | $290 | 26 | $7,540 |
| July | $310 | 27 | $8,370 |
| August | $280 | 25 | $7,000 |
| September | $185 | 14 | $2,590 |
| October | $195 | 16 | $3,120 |
| November | $220 | 18 | $3,960 |
| December | $320 | 25 | $8,000 |
| Annual total | 240 nights (65.7%) | ~$59,580 |
This projection uses conservative estimates for low-season months. Properties with stronger platform positioning, themed décor, or additional amenities can exceed these figures. Properties without active management typically fall short.
Gross income vs net income
Gross income is not what the owner takes home and that gap matters more than most first-time investors expect.
From that $59,580 annual figure in the example above, operating costs need to be subtracted. Using the ranges covered in our property management cost guide, total annual operating expenses for a 5-bedroom home in Kissimmee typically run between $22,000 and $28,000.
Estimated net income = $59,580 – $25,000 (midpoint) = $34,580
That gives an ROI of approximately 7% on a total investment of $490,000 (purchase price + closing costs + furnishing). A solid figure for the current market and improvable with higher occupancy or better ADR during specific seasons.
What separates the top from the bottom of the range
Projections always show ranges, and those ranges are wide for a reason: management variables matter as much as property variables.
- Professional management with dynamic pricing vs fixed rate: up to 30% difference in annual gross income for the same property.
- Professional photography and optimized listing: properties with quality photography and well-crafted descriptions have conversion rates up to 40% higher in platform searches.
- Multi-channel presence (Airbnb + VRBO + Booking): captures a higher share of available demand. Single-channel properties lose bookings to the competition.
- Consistent reviews: properties averaging 4.8+ stars get better algorithmic placement and can charge 10–15% more than equivalent properties with lower ratings.
If you want to know what income to expect specifically from your property or one you’re considering buying the analysis needs to use data from that particular community’s market, not general averages.
At Home Vacation Group, we run that projection for free, using real market data for your specific area and accounting for the property’s particular characteristics.
