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As of June 2026, Niort, La Rochelle, Poitiers have 1,249 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Niort generates €11K per year. High-performing properties earn €25K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. This wide revenue spread suggests that earnings are highly sensitive to property-specific variables rather than market-wide demand, as declining total revenue contrasts with the significant upside captured by top-tier listings.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Niort. Average annual revenue is €11K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €25K/year. The delta between average and high performance indicates that market saturation is not uniform, allowing premium operators to capture a disproportionate share of the available demand despite a contraction in overall revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Niort is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €104, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €19 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Niort area. Niort: Lenient. Declaration to mayor required, tourist tax collection. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. La Rochelle: Moderate. Registration number mandatory, 120-day annual limit for primary residences, tourist tax. Moderate enforcement in tourist areas. Poitiers: Lenient. Basic declaration to town hall, tourist tax collection. Minimal enforcement, few restrictions applied in practice. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Niort Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. While the exit of some supply suggests a market correction, the sharper decline in RevPAR points to softening demand that outpaces the current reduction in available inventory.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -50% 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 Niort listings include: Kitchen (96%), Tv (89%), Heating (89%), Washing Machine (65%), Parking (49%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 120% more (€36K/year vs €16K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Niort over the last 12 months: May: €621, June: €555, July: €759, August: €816, September: €532, October: €618, November: €456, December: €623, January: €400, February: €326, March: €423, April: €708. 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 Niort is €104, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €68/night, 2-bedroom properties average €86/night, 3-bedroom properties average €128/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €315/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Niort book an average of 29 days in advance, down 25% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 42 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Niort Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 25%. These shifts highlight a trend toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, forcing a trade-off between occupancy levels and yield management.

In Niort, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 9% higher occupancy than weekdays.