Valparaíso

As of June 2026, Valparaíso, Viña del Mar, Concón have 4,808 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Valparaíso generates $8M per year. High-performing properties earn $20M/year, while low-performing properties earn $3M/year. The wide revenue spread relative to stable supply levels suggests that property differentiation remains the primary driver of earnings, as the market is not currently saturated by new inventory.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Valparaíso. Average annual revenue is $8M with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $20M/year. A 25% occupancy rate indicates that even top-tier earners rely heavily on premium pricing power rather than high volume, reflecting a market that rewards high-value positioning over mass-market appeal.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Valparaíso is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $87K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $17K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Valparaíso, with annual revenue of $14M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Valparaíso market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Valparaíso area. Valparaíso: Moderate. Municipal permit required, tax registration, safety standards. Enforcement exists but inconsistent in historic areas where many operate informally. Viña del Mar: Moderate. Tourist registry (RNT) and municipal authorization needed. Growing enforcement in beachfront zones, but many operate without permits in residential areas. Concón: Lenient. Basic municipal permit and tax ID required. Light enforcement, many vacation rentals operate informally especially in coastal neighborhoods. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Valparaíso Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 4%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. The contraction in listings combined with rising revenue suggests a tightening market where remaining hosts benefit from decreased competition for existing traveler volume.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 67% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Valparaíso listings include: Kitchen (99%), Tv (95%), Elevator (62%), Heating (62%), Balcony (59%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Sauna, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Sauna properties earning approximately 28% more ($20M/year vs $16M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Valparaíso over the last 12 months: May: $238K, June: $234K, July: $285K, August: $257K, September: $364K, October: $414K, November: $420K, December: $684K, January: $1M, February: $1M, March: $443K, April: $361K. 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 Valparaíso is $87K, up 26% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $65K/night, 2-bedroom properties average $90K/night, 3-bedroom properties average $114K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $187K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Valparaíso book an average of 18 days in advance, down 26% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 18 days, 2-bedroom: 18 days, 3-bedroom: 20 days, 4+ bedroom: 24 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Valparaíso Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing increased 4%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 26%, and lead time decreased 26%. These shifts point to a transition toward shorter-notice, higher-rate bookings, indicating that price sensitivity among travelers has diminished despite lower utilization rates.

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