Frankfurt

As of May 2026, Frankfurt, Offenbach am Main, Wiesbaden have 1,327 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 23% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Frankfurt generates €14K per year. High-performing properties earn €39K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand, effectively insulating themselves from the broader 23% contraction in market supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Frankfurt. Average annual revenue is €14K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €39K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that market saturation is uneven, with significant upside remaining for listings that successfully differentiate within a shrinking inventory pool.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Frankfurt is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €129, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €27 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Frankfurt area. Frankfurt: Strict. Registration mandatory, primary residence requirement, max 8 weeks/year rental unless full-time STR permit obtained. Active enforcement with significant fines up to €100,000. Offenbach am Main: Moderate. Follows Hessian state law requiring registration and primary residence rule. Enforcement less rigorous than Frankfurt but present. Wiesbaden: Moderate. Registration required, primary residence rule applies, rental duration limits. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than Frankfurt, some non-compliant hosts operate. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Frankfurt Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 23% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized reduction in supply and revenue suggests the market is stabilizing as weaker operators exit, potentially tightening competition for remaining inventory.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -17% 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 Frankfurt listings include: Kitchen (99%), Tv (88%), Heating (87%), Washing Machine (70%), Parking (65%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Tv, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 23% more (€27K/year vs €22K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Frankfurt over the last 12 months: May: €652, June: €708, July: €728, August: €679, September: €845, October: €1K, November: €869, December: €801, January: €656, February: €819, March: €1K, April: €826. 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 Frankfurt is €129, up 37% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €104/night, 2-bedroom properties average €146/night, 3-bedroom properties average €206/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €270/night. Rates peak in October and are lowest in May.

Guests in Frankfurt book an average of 27 days in advance, down 28% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 26 days, 4+ bedroom: 31 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Frankfurt Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 23%, revenue per listing decreased 4%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 37%, and lead time decreased 28%. These shifts reflect a move toward shorter, higher-priced bookings as the market adjusts to lower overall availability.

In Frankfurt, Wednesday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday.