Bielefeld

As of June 2026, Bielefeld, Herford, Gütersloh have 1,542 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bielefeld generates €15K per year. High-performing properties earn €30K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. With nearly flat supply and revenue over two years despite marginal new listings, the market shows stagnation rather than growth, while the 38% occupancy rate and doubling of revenue between average and high performers suggests meaningful performance variance driven by factors beyond mere availability.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bielefeld. Average annual revenue is €15K with 38% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €30K/year. The market shows minimal supply growth and flat revenue trends, indicating stable but mature conditions with limited expansion. The doubling gap between average and top performers suggests meaningful differentiation exists among listings despite the competitive saturation.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bielefeld is 38%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €104, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €29 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bielefeld, with annual revenue of €27K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bielefeld market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bielefeld area. Bielefeld: Moderate. Registration required, commercial use restricted in residential areas. Enforcement exists but inconsistent - many hosts operate without full compliance. Herford: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general commercial registration. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Gütersloh: Lenient. Basic business registration needed, few STR-specific rules. Light enforcement, limited monitoring of compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bielefeld Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 0%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The substantial gap between average revenue ($15,243) and top performers ($30,167) suggests significant performance variability, while 38% occupancy reflects moderate market utilization with competitive pressure from new supply entrants.

Launch around June, 2-3 months before peak fall season (September peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -14% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bielefeld listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (85%), Heating (80%), Washing Machine (64%), Parking (49%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 14% more (€22K/year vs €19K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bielefeld over the last 12 months: May: €809, June: €873, July: €887, August: €923, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €930, December: €960, January: €616, February: €607, March: €830, April: €983. 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 Bielefeld is €104, up 26% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €90/night, 2-bedroom properties average €115/night, 3-bedroom properties average €145/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €240/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Bielefeld book an average of 26 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 27 days, 3-bedroom: 27 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bielefeld Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 2%, revenue per listing decreased 0%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 26%, and lead time decreased 23%. The 8% occupancy decline despite rate increases suggests weakening demand relative to supply growth, indicating a softening market where hosts are competing harder for bookings. The significant gap between average ($15,243) and high-performing ($30,167) revenue reveals substantial performance stratification among properties.

In Bielefeld, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 10% higher occupancy than weekdays.