Bourges

As of June 2026, Bourges, Orléans, Nevers have 1,488 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bourges generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €28K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. The significant spread suggests that top-tier inventory captures a disproportionate share of limited demand, while underperforming assets struggle to maintain viability amidst contracting market revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bourges. Average annual revenue is €13K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €28K/year. This variance indicates that profitability is highly sensitive to listing caliber, as top performers extract significantly more value despite the broader trend of declining market-wide supply and revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bourges is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €111, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €23 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bourges, with annual revenue of €34K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bourges market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bourges area. Bourges: Lenient. Registration required for rentals over 120 days/year in primary residence. Minimal enforcement, hosts commonly operate without registration. Orléans: Moderate. Declaration required, primary residence rule, 120-day annual cap for non-primary homes. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks. Nevers: Lenient. Basic registration with city hall recommended. Light enforcement, few restrictions actively applied to short-term rentals. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bourges Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 8%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction of both supply and revenue suggests the market is naturally stabilizing as less competitive inventory exits the ecosystem.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 28% 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 Bourges listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (93%), Heating (88%), Washing Machine (67%), Parking (52%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 173% more (€47K/year vs €17K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bourges over the last 12 months: May: €771, June: €692, July: €833, August: €843, September: €698, October: €772, November: €600, December: €793, January: €477, February: €415, March: €570, 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 Bourges is €111, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €72/night, 2-bedroom properties average €94/night, 3-bedroom properties average €132/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €328/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Bourges book an average of 26 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 23 days, 2-bedroom: 25 days, 3-bedroom: 28 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bourges Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing decreased 8%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 23%, and lead time decreased 27%. The combination of higher rates and shorter booking windows points to a shift toward more impulsive, price-sensitive demand patterns.

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