Bautzen

As of June 2026, Bautzen, Dresden, Görlitz have 993 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bautzen generates €15K per year. High-performing properties earn €38K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. With supply growing modestly while revenue declines, the market shows signs of saturation despite the 34% occupancy rate. The 2.5x performance gap between high and average properties suggests significant competitive differentiation is occurring among listings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bautzen. Average annual revenue is €15K with 34% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €38K/year. Flat supply and revenue over two years suggest a stable, mature market with limited growth momentum, while the significant earnings gap between average and top performers indicates that differentiation remains a viable avenue within this competitive landscape.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bautzen is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €122, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €30 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bautzen, with annual revenue of €30K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bautzen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bautzen area. Bautzen: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations beyond general business registration. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Dresden: Moderate. Registration required, permit needed for entire apartments (Zweckentfremdungssatzung). Owner must prove housing not withdrawn from market. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks. Görlitz: Lenient. Basic business registration, tourism tax collection required. Light enforcement, minimal restrictions on operations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bautzen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($15,384) and high-performing properties ($37,740) suggests performance is highly differentiated, with top-tier listings substantially outperforming the median in this moderately saturated market.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 56% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bautzen listings include: Kitchen (83%), Tv (72%), Heating (53%), Washing Machine (52%), Balcony (37%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Sauna, Air Conditioning, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 63% more (€35K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bautzen over the last 12 months: May: €903, June: €1K, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €918, October: €1K, November: €664, December: €909, January: €578, February: €590, March: €800, April: €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 Bautzen is €122, up 28% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €97/night, 2-bedroom properties average €134/night, 3-bedroom properties average €157/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €247/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in May.

Guests in Bautzen book an average of 35 days in advance, down 14% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bautzen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 2%, revenue per listing decreased 2%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 28%, and lead time decreased 14%. The sharp rate increase amid falling occupancy suggests hosts are chasing higher prices rather than volume, while the significant performance gap between top earners ($37,740) and average listings ($15,384) indicates highly uneven market conditions.

In Bautzen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 20% higher occupancy than weekdays.