Nassau

As of May 2026, Nassau, Paradise Island, Freeport have 1,688 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Nassau generates BSD47K per year. High-performing properties earn BSD209K/year, while low-performing properties earn BSD18K/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom performers suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a select tier of inventory, rather than distributed evenly across the market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Nassau. Average annual revenue is BSD47K with 28% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to BSD209K/year. The disparity in earnings despite a 28% average occupancy highlights a market where top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of total demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Nassau is 28%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of BSD410, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of BSD96 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Nassau, with annual revenue of BSD137K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Nassau market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Nassau area. Nassau: Lenient. Business license and real property tax compliance required. Minimal active enforcement, many unlicensed operators exist. Paradise Island: Lenient. Business license needed, property tax compliance. Light enforcement, resort area with established rental market. Freeport: Lenient. Business license and homeowner association approval required. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally in tourism zones. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Nassau Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 5%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in both supply and revenue suggests the market is currently recalibrating toward a new equilibrium following previous volatility.

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

The most common amenities in Nassau listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (93%), Tv (82%), Washing Machine (68%), Balcony (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Gym, Pool, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 158% more (BSD167K/year vs BSD65K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Nassau over the last 12 months: May: BSD2K, June: BSD3K, July: BSD3K, August: BSD2K, September: BSD1K, October: BSD1K, November: BSD2K, December: BSD4K, January: BSD3K, February: BSD3K, March: BSD5K, April: BSD4K. 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 Nassau is BSD410, up 10% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average BSD182/night, 2-bedroom properties average BSD371/night, 3-bedroom properties average BSD648/night, 4+ bedroom properties average BSD1K/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in October.

Guests in Nassau book an average of 32 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 32 days, 3-bedroom: 43 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Nassau Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing decreased 5%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 10%, and lead time decreased 15%. These trends indicate a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing reliance to offset lower occupancy levels.

In Nassau, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 23% higher occupancy than weekdays.