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As of June 2026, Göttingen, Kassel, Goslar have 3,352 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 5% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Göttingen generates €15K per year. High-performing properties earn €33K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is heavily bifurcated, reflecting significant variance in asset desirability or operational execution rather than uniform baseline returns.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Göttingen. Average annual revenue is €15K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €33K/year. A 32% occupancy rate signals a lean market where revenue upside is concentrated in top-tier listings, implying that profitability relies on capturing a disproportionate share of limited demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Göttingen is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €119, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €30 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Göttingen, with annual revenue of €31K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Göttingen market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Göttingen area. Göttingen: Moderate. Registration required, occasional enforcement of housing protection rules. Some hosts operate informally. Kassel: Moderate. Registration mandatory under state law, primary residence preference. Enforcement exists but inconsistent. Goslar: Lenient. Basic registration required, minimal restrictions as tourist destination. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Göttingen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This equilibrium suggests that recent inventory expansion is effectively absorbing current demand, preventing aggressive revenue compression despite the slight downward pressure on earnings.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -26% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Göttingen listings include: Kitchen (87%), Tv (70%), Balcony (55%), Heating (55%), Pets Allowed (49%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Sauna, Bbq, Pets Allowed, with Sauna properties earning approximately 60% more (€33K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Göttingen over the last 12 months: May: €825, June: €726, July: €891, August: €967, September: €749, October: €1K, November: €692, December: €1K, January: €796, February: €885, March: €802, 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 Göttingen is €119, up 24% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €91/night, 2-bedroom properties average €111/night, 3-bedroom properties average €167/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €323/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Göttingen book an average of 38 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 41 days, 4+ bedroom: 54 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Göttingen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 5%, revenue per listing decreased 4%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 24%, and lead time decreased 20%. The divergence between higher rates and lower occupancy points to a market struggling with price elasticity, where aggressive pricing may be deterring bookings.

In Göttingen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 30% higher occupancy than weekdays.