Berlin

As of May 2026, Berlin, Potsdam have 5,012 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Berlin generates €33K per year. High-performing properties earn €75K/year, while low-performing properties earn €13K/year. The significant revenue delta suggests that earnings are heavily skewed toward top-tier listings rather than market-wide averages, reflecting a bifurcated landscape where elite assets capture disproportionate value.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Berlin. Average annual revenue is €33K with 47% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €75K/year. A 47% occupancy rate alongside the wide revenue variance indicates that market saturation is unevenly distributed, with top performers likely maintaining premium pricing power despite broader supply constraints.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Berlin is 47%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €176, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €62 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Berlin, with annual revenue of €80K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Berlin market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Berlin area. Berlin: Strict. Registration required, primary residence only, max 90 days/year for entire units. Heavy enforcement with €100k fines, active monitoring platform. Potsdam: Strict. Permit required, primary residence rule, similar to Berlin restrictions. Active enforcement, illegal STRs regularly shut down. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Berlin Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in inventory alongside rising revenue per unit suggests a tightening market where remaining hosts benefit from decreased competition density.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -37% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Berlin listings include: Kitchen (96%), Heating (83%), Tv (75%), Washing Machine (63%), Parking (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Internet, Washing Machine, Tv, with Internet properties earning approximately 28% more (€50K/year vs €39K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Berlin over the last 12 months: May: €2K, June: €2K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €2K, October: €2K, November: €2K, December: €2K, January: €1K, February: €1K, March: €2K, April: €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 Berlin is €176, up 16% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €134/night, 2-bedroom properties average €206/night, 3-bedroom properties average €300/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €431/night. Rates peak in September and are lowest in January.

Guests in Berlin book an average of 36 days in advance, down 26% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 41 days, 4+ bedroom: 45 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Berlin Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 15%, revenue per listing increased 2%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 16%, and lead time decreased 26%. These metrics point to a shift toward shorter-term, high-rate bookings, reflecting a more reactive and volatile demand environment.

In Berlin, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 14% higher occupancy than weekdays.