Perth

As of May 2026, Perth, Fremantle, Rottnest Island have 2,803 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Perth generates A$58K per year. High-performing properties earn A$99K/year, while low-performing properties earn A$24K/year. The significant revenue gap suggests that market returns are highly polarized, with top-tier listings capturing a disproportionate share of earnings despite a stable supply environment.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Perth. Average annual revenue is A$58K with 58% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to A$99K/year. This performance variance indicates that current profitability is heavily dependent on specific listing characteristics rather than broad market-wide growth.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Perth is 58%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of A$265, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of A$103 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Perth, with annual revenue of A$80K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Perth market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Perth area. Perth: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or registration required. General planning laws apply. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Fremantle: Moderate. Development approval needed for non-primary residence STRs. Owner-occupancy encouraged but not mandated. Complaint-based enforcement, somewhat active. Rottnest Island: Strict. Limited accommodation licenses, strict density controls, heritage restrictions. Active enforcement due to island's protected status and tourism management focus. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Perth Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 4%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply, tightening market competition and potentially supporting sustained price appreciation for existing operators.

Launch around August, 2-3 months before peak winter season (November peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -15% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (July-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Perth listings include: Kitchen (99%), Air Conditioning (97%), Tv (95%), Washing Machine (90%), Heating (79%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Gym, Bbq, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 32% more (A$69K/year vs A$52K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Perth over the last 12 months: May: A$2K, June: A$2K, July: A$2K, August: A$2K, September: A$3K, October: A$4K, November: A$4K, December: A$4K, January: A$3K, February: A$3K, March: A$4K, April: A$4K. 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 Perth is A$265, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average A$176/night, 2-bedroom properties average A$286/night, 3-bedroom properties average A$355/night, 4+ bedroom properties average A$483/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Perth book an average of 32 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Perth Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing increased 4%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 23%, and lead time decreased 19%. The combination of rising rates and shorter lead times suggests a shift toward more impulsive, higher-margin bookings.

In Perth, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 13% higher occupancy than weekdays.