Gold Coast

As of May 2026, Gold Coast, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach have 3,871 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Gold Coast generates A$86K per year. High-performing properties earn A$160K/year, while low-performing properties earn A$35K/year. The massive revenue variance between top-tier and average assets suggests that market rewards are heavily concentrated, indicating that standard listings struggle to capture premium pricing power amidst current revenue contraction.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Gold Coast. Average annual revenue is A$86K with 54% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to A$160K/year. With a 54% occupancy rate, the market demonstrates a clear bifurcation where top-earning assets significantly outperform, reflecting a competitive environment where only specific listing types maintain strong utilization.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Gold Coast is 54%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of A$401, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of A$164 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Gold Coast, with annual revenue of A$141K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Gold Coast market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Gold Coast area. Gold Coast: Moderate. State registration required, fire safety compliance, rates notice. Code of Conduct mandatory. Moderate enforcement with complaints-based action. Surfers Paradise: Moderate. Same Gold Coast rules apply plus local plan considerations. Body corporate approval often needed. Enforcement moderate, focused on nuisance complaints. Broadbeach: Moderate. Gold Coast regulations apply. High-density area with body corporate restrictions common. Moderate enforcement, complaint-driven response system. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Gold Coast Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 20%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue highlights a market adjusting to lower aggregate demand, where the reduction in inventory has not yet stabilized pricing power.

Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -10% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-June) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Gold Coast listings include: Kitchen (97%), Air Conditioning (95%), Tv (95%), Washing Machine (90%), Balcony (81%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Sauna, with Pool properties earning approximately 23% more (A$97K/year vs A$79K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Gold Coast over the last 12 months: May: A$3K, June: A$3K, July: A$5K, August: A$4K, September: A$5K, October: A$5K, November: A$5K, December: A$7K, January: A$8K, February: A$4K, March: A$4K, April: A$6K. 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 Gold Coast is A$401, down 9% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average A$233/night, 2-bedroom properties average A$367/night, 3-bedroom properties average A$542/night, 4+ bedroom properties average A$856/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Gold Coast book an average of 37 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 40 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Gold Coast Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 20%, occupancy fell 3%, average nightly rates decreased 9%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics signal a softening environment where shorter booking windows and lower rates reflect a more cautious, price-sensitive consumer base.

In Gold Coast, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 31% higher occupancy than weekdays.