Quebec City

As of May 2026, Quebec City, Trois-Rivières, Charlevoix have 3,591 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Quebec City generates C$51K per year. High-performing properties earn C$93K/year, while low-performing properties earn C$23K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is heavily bifurcated, where top-tier assets capture significantly higher demand than the broader average.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Quebec City. Average annual revenue is C$51K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to C$93K/year. A 41% occupancy rate alongside rising revenue indicates that supply contractions are stabilizing market conditions, favoring existing hosts who maintain high utilization.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Quebec City is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of C$285, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of C$101 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Quebec City, with annual revenue of C$77K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Quebec City market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Quebec City area. Quebec City: Strict. Registration mandatory, principal residence only, max 90 days/year if not owner-occupied. Active enforcement with fines and platform monitoring. Trois-Rivières: Moderate. Permit required, zoning restrictions apply. Standard enforcement, some illegal operations exist. Charlevoix: Moderate. Municipal permits required, varies by municipality (Baie-Saint-Paul, La Malbaie). Growing enforcement but tourist demand creates gray market activity. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Quebec City Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 8%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. The tightening supply landscape suggests a shift toward a seller's market where remaining operators face less direct competition.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 38% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (April-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Quebec City listings include: Kitchen (95%), Air Conditioning (87%), Tv (87%), Washing Machine (82%), Heating (82%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Washing Machine, Hot Tub, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 24% more (C$60K/year vs C$48K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Quebec City over the last 12 months: May: C$2K, June: C$3K, July: C$4K, August: C$4K, September: C$3K, October: C$3K, November: C$2K, December: C$4K, January: C$3K, February: C$3K, March: C$3K, April: C$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 Quebec City is C$285, up 15% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average C$174/night, 2-bedroom properties average C$261/night, 3-bedroom properties average C$360/night, 4+ bedroom properties average C$536/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Quebec City book an average of 41 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 39 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 43 days, 4+ bedroom: 47 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Quebec City Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing increased 8%, occupancy rose 3%, average nightly rates increased 15%, and lead time decreased 13%. These metrics highlight a compression in booking windows and higher pricing power as decreased inventory intensifies guest competition.

In Quebec City, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 44% higher occupancy than weekdays.