Paderborn

As of June 2026, Paderborn, Kassel, Göttingen have 685 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Paderborn generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €29K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. With supply essentially flat and revenue declining year-over-year despite stable listings, the market faces headwinds that disproportionately affect lower-tier properties. The wide performance gap suggests occupancy and pricing power concentrate among select listings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Paderborn. Average annual revenue is €13K with 35% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €29K/year. The near-flat supply and declining revenue suggest a maturing market with softening demand, while the significant gap between average and top performers indicates differentiation remains a key driver of returns in a competitive landscape.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Paderborn is 35%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €106, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €25 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Paderborn, with annual revenue of €26K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Paderborn market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Paderborn area. Paderborn: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general commercial registration. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Kassel: Lenient. Basic commercial registration (Gewerbe) needed. Light enforcement, few restrictions beyond standard lodging rules. Göttingen: Moderate. Registration required, entire-home rentals face scrutiny in tight housing market. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks for illegal conversions. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Paderborn Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 6%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. With occupancy at 35%, the market has meaningful capacity, though the $15,310 gap between average and high-performing properties suggests performance is increasingly polarized—top-tier listings are capturing disproportionate revenue while mid-range properties face margin pressure.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak fall season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 27% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Paderborn listings include: Kitchen (87%), Tv (72%), Heating (61%), Washing Machine (56%), Balcony (48%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Sauna, Pets Allowed, Tv, with Sauna properties earning approximately 69% more (€40K/year vs €24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Paderborn over the last 12 months: May: €760, June: €765, July: €812, August: €854, September: €841, October: €963, November: €738, December: €786, January: €515, February: €524, March: €728, April: €949. 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 Paderborn is €106, up 31% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €86/night, 2-bedroom properties average €108/night, 3-bedroom properties average €139/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €201/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Paderborn book an average of 30 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 33 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Paderborn Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 6%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 31%, and lead time decreased 24%. Despite higher nightly rates, the 13% occupancy decline and shortened booking windows suggest weakening demand relative to pricing, while the significant gap between average ($13,415) and high-performing listings ($28,725) indicates quality differentiation is driving market performance.

In Paderborn, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 17% higher occupancy than weekdays.