Wachau Valley

As of June 2026, St. Pölten, Vienna, Linz have 798 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in St. Polten generates €17K per year. High-performing properties earn €41K/year, while low-performing properties earn €8K/year. This wide revenue spread suggests that market rewards are heavily concentrated, indicating that top listings capture a disproportionate share of total demand despite stagnant supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in St. Polten. Average annual revenue is €17K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €41K/year. The notable gap between average and high performers highlights that profitability is highly sensitive to listing-specific execution in a market where overall revenue is contracting.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in St. Polten is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €154, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €32 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in St. Polten, with annual revenue of €27K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the St. Polten market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the St. Polten area. St. Pölten: Moderate. Registration required, tourism tax applies. Standard Austrian regulations, moderate enforcement through tax compliance checks. Vienna: Strict. Primary residence requirement, max 90 days/year rental, registration mandatory, €3,600+ fines. Active enforcement with inspections and neighbor reports. Linz: Moderate. Registration and tourism tax required, zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement focused on tax compliance and complaints. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The St. Polten Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in revenue despite stable supply levels points to a softening demand environment rather than an over-saturated market.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -31% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (January-March) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in St. Polten listings include: Kitchen (86%), Tv (74%), Heating (69%), Washing Machine (54%), Private Yard (45%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, with Pool properties earning approximately 88% more (€49K/year vs €26K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in St. Polten over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €702, December: €971, January: €760, February: €729, March: €703, April: €1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in St. Polten is €154, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €128/night, 2-bedroom properties average €174/night, 3-bedroom properties average €166/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €319/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in St. Polten book an average of 33 days in advance, down 22% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the St. Polten Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 1%, revenue per listing decreased 13%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 22%. These metrics reveal a shift toward short-notice bookings and higher pricing sensitivity, suggesting guests are exerting more pressure on value.

In St. Polten, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 28% higher occupancy than weekdays.