Dauphin

As of June 2026, Winnipeg, Brandon, Riding Mountain National Park have 265 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Dauphin generates C$26K per year. High-performing properties earn C$50K/year, while low-performing properties earn C$11K/year. Supply contraction of 14% YoY paired with flat revenue signals weakening demand despite reduced competition, suggesting market saturation at lower price points. The near-doubling gap between high and average performers indicates significant performance stratification in a constrained market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Dauphin. Average annual revenue is C$26K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to C$50K/year. The year-over-year supply decline paired with flat revenue suggests tightening competition, though the significant gap between average and top performers indicates substantial performance variation across listings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dauphin is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of C$223, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of C$46 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Dauphin, with annual revenue of C$39K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Dauphin market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Dauphin area. Winnipeg: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed, safety standards enforced. City conducts inspections and responds to complaints with moderate activity. Brandon: Lenient. Business license required but minimal specific STR regulations. Light enforcement, mostly complaint-driven. Riding Mountain National Park: Strict. Parks Canada permit required, limited commercial accommodation licenses available, strict zoning. Active enforcement in national park boundaries. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Dauphin Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($25,765) and top performers ($49,956) suggests differentiated market positioning, where property quality and guest experience create meaningful performance variance in a moderately competitive landscape.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 63% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Dauphin listings include: Kitchen (97%), Air Conditioning (90%), Tv (87%), Heating (84%), Washing Machine (70%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Pool, Air Conditioning, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 52% more (C$61K/year vs C$40K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Dauphin over the last 12 months: May: C$1K, June: C$2K, July: C$2K, August: C$2K, September: C$1K, October: C$1K, November: C$1K, December: C$1K, January: C$1K, February: C$1K, March: C$1K, April: C$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 Dauphin is C$223, up 20% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average C$149/night, 2-bedroom properties average C$203/night, 3-bedroom properties average C$257/night, 4+ bedroom properties average C$335/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.

Guests in Dauphin book an average of 34 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 32 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 42 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Dauphin Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 2%, average nightly rates increased 20%, and lead time decreased 24%. The rate increase alongside declining occupancy and revenue suggests hosts are competing for fewer bookings in a softer market. The wide gap between average ($25,765) and top-performing listings ($49,956) indicates significant performance dispersion.

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