Auxerre

As of June 2026, Auxerre, Vézelay, Chablis have 1,552 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Auxerre generates €15K per year. High-performing properties earn €38K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. Declining supply and revenue suggest a contracting market, while the 31% occupancy rate indicates substantial idle capacity. The 2.5x gap between average and high performers suggests differentiation remains possible despite weakening overall demand.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Auxerre. Average annual revenue is €15K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €38K/year. Declining supply alongside falling revenue suggests weakening demand outpaces host exits, indicating a consolidating market where established listings capture disproportionate share of bookings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Auxerre is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €133, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €28 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Auxerre, with annual revenue of €39K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Auxerre market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Auxerre area. Auxerre: Moderate. Declaration to mayor required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard French STR rules apply. Moderate enforcement in city center. Vézelay: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax mandatory. Small tourist village with established STR market. Light-to-moderate enforcement given tourism importance. Chablis: Lenient. Basic declaration and tourist tax required. Wine tourism encouraged, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement in practice. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Auxerre Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($14,984) and high-performing listings ($37,579) suggests considerable performance variance, reflecting a competitive market where differentiation drives outsized returns for top-tier properties.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -15% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Auxerre listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (88%), Heating (88%), Washing Machine (71%), Parking (53%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 305% more (€82K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Auxerre over the last 12 months: May: €966, June: €795, July: €980, August: €1K, September: €751, October: €899, November: €736, December: €1K, January: €666, February: €523, March: €697, 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 Auxerre is €133, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €75/night, 2-bedroom properties average €99/night, 3-bedroom properties average €138/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €417/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Auxerre book an average of 26 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 22 days, 2-bedroom: 25 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Auxerre Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 23%. Despite rate increases, declining occupancy and revenue suggest hosts are competing harder for fewer bookings, while the substantial gap between average ($14,984) and high-performing listings ($37,579) indicates significant performance stratification.

In Auxerre, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 21% higher occupancy than weekdays.