Argelès-sur-mer

As of June 2026, Argelès-sur-Mer, Perpignan, Collioure, Canet-en-Roussillon have 3,266 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Argelès-sur-Mer generates €10K per year. High-performing properties earn €24K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. The significant revenue spread suggests that market performance is heavily bifurcated, indicating that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand despite the overall 33% revenue decline.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Argelès-sur-Mer. Average annual revenue is €10K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €24K/year. The gap between average and high-performing revenue highlights that profitability is highly dependent on property-specific characteristics rather than broad market trends, even as total supply contracts.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Argelès-sur-Mer is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €111, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €17 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Argelès-sur-Mer, with annual revenue of €22K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Argelès-sur-Mer market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Argelès-sur-Mer area. Argelès-sur-Mer: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Growing enforcement with seasonal inspections in high-density zones. Perpignan: Moderate. Declaration to mairie required, registration number needed for ads. Enforcement increasing but inconsistent. Collioure: Moderate. Registration mandatory, tourist tax collection. Active summer enforcement due to housing pressure, fines issued. Canet-en-Roussillon: Lenient. Basic registration and tourist tax required. Light enforcement, many operate informally. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Argelès-sur-Mer Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 33%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This contraction suggests that the market is adjusting to reduced traveler demand, though the decline in revenue outstripping supply reduction points to lingering competitive pressure on pricing.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 6% 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 Argelès-sur-Mer listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (89%), Washing Machine (85%), Heating (74%), Air Conditioning (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Air Conditioning, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 35% more (€26K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Argelès-sur-Mer over the last 12 months: May: €539, June: €559, July: €851, August: €947, September: €618, October: €472, November: €306, December: €529, January: €253, February: €245, March: €278, April: €622. 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 Argelès-sur-Mer is €111, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €82/night, 2-bedroom properties average €111/night, 3-bedroom properties average €161/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €339/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Argelès-sur-Mer book an average of 30 days in advance, down 30% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 32 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Argelès-sur-Mer Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 33%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 30%. These shifts reflect a more reactive booking environment where higher nightly rates struggle to offset the impact of lower overall occupancy.

In Argelès-sur-Mer, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 8% higher occupancy than weekdays.