Agde

As of May 2026, Agde, Cap d'Agde, Sète, Béziers have 4,325 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Agde generates €10K per year. High-performing properties earn €25K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. This wide earnings gap suggests a bifurcated market where top-tier units capture a disproportionate share of demand despite an overall 33% revenue decline.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Agde. Average annual revenue is €10K with 29% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €25K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that revenue potential is highly sensitive to listing-specific factors rather than just broad market trends.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Agde is 29%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €115, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €16 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Agde, with annual revenue of €24K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Agde market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Agde area. Agde: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard enforcement in tourist areas. Cap d'Agde: Lenient. Tourist tax required, minimal restrictions given resort nature. Light enforcement, many unlicensed rentals operate. Sète: Moderate. Declaration and registration needed, tourist tax mandatory. Moderate enforcement, some illegal rentals exist. Béziers: Lenient. Basic registration and tourist tax required. Light enforcement, many hosts operate informally. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Agde Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 33%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The sharper drop in revenue compared to supply suggests that while competition is easing, overall market demand is contracting more rapidly.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 16% 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 Agde listings include: Kitchen (94%), Tv (92%), Heating (72%), Air Conditioning (72%), Washing Machine (71%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Washing Machine, Pool, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 48% more (€31K/year vs €21K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Agde over the last 12 months: May: €501, June: €589, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €542, October: €378, November: €245, December: €358, January: €158, February: €143, March: €195, April: €451. 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 Agde is €115, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €92/night, 2-bedroom properties average €106/night, 3-bedroom properties average €152/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €336/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Agde book an average of 27 days in advance, down 32% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Agde Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 33%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 32%. Increasing rates amid lower occupancy and revenue signals a shift toward shorter booking windows and higher price sensitivity.

In Agde, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.