Barreirinhas

As of June 2026, Barreirinhas, Santo Amaro do Maranhão have 786 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 5% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Barreirinhas generates R$47K per year. High-performing properties earn R$154K/year, while low-performing properties earn R$17K/year. With supply growing 5% annually against declining revenue and 21% occupancy, the market is becoming more competitive without proportional demand growth. The threefold gap between high and average performers suggests differentiation is increasingly critical as the market tightens.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Barreirinhas. Average annual revenue is R$47K with 21% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to R$154K/year. Supply growth of 5.1% YoY combined with declining revenue signals intensifying competition, while the 3.3x gap between high and average performers indicates significant differentiation potential in a consolidating market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Barreirinhas is 21%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of R$600, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of R$108 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Barreirinhas, with annual revenue of R$87K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Barreirinhas market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Barreirinhas area. I don't have reliable information about short-term rental regulations or enforcement reality for Barreirinhas and Santo Amaro do Maranhão. These are small municipalities in Maranhão state, Brazil, and specific STR regulatory frameworks and enforcement practices for these locations are not documented in available sources. I recommend contacting local municipal offices (prefeituras) directly for current requirements and enforcement practices. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Barreirinhas Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($47,053) and high-end performance ($153,508) suggests significant variance in property performance, while the 21% occupancy rate reflects a market with considerable idle capacity despite balanced supply growth.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 57% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-March) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Barreirinhas listings include: Air Conditioning (95%), Kitchen (92%), Tv (84%), Pool (60%), Bbq (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Gym, with Pool properties earning approximately 41% more (R$154K/year vs R$110K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Barreirinhas over the last 12 months: May: R$2K, June: R$5K, July: R$8K, August: R$6K, September: R$3K, October: R$2K, November: R$1K, December: R$3K, January: R$3K, February: R$2K, March: R$1K, April: R$2K. 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 Barreirinhas is R$600, up 8% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average R$361/night, 2-bedroom properties average R$501/night, 3-bedroom properties average R$890/night, 4+ bedroom properties average R$1K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Barreirinhas book an average of 31 days in advance, down 3% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 34 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Barreirinhas Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 5%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 8%, and lead time decreased 3%. The rate increase failing to offset occupancy declines signals weakening demand relative to growing supply, while the wide gap between average revenue ($47,053) and top performers ($153,508) indicates highly concentrated market success.

In Barreirinhas, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 33% higher occupancy than weekdays.