Corsica

As of May 2026, Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio, Calvi have 14,243 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Corsica generates €12K per year. High-performing properties earn €38K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is highly bifurcated, with top-tier assets capturing significantly more value despite a contraction in overall supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Corsica. Average annual revenue is €12K with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €38K/year. The 31% occupancy rate highlights a competitive environment where only a segment of the market manages to capture outsized returns amid recent revenue declines.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Corsica is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €162, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €18 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Corsica, with annual revenue of €25K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Corsica market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Corsica area. Ajaccio: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard French STR rules apply. Moderate enforcement in tourist areas. Bastia: Moderate. Registration and declaration required, tourist tax collection. Similar enforcement to Ajaccio, focused on undeclared rentals. Porto-Vecchio: Moderate. Registration mandatory, tourist tax strictly enforced due to high tourism. More active checks during peak season. Calvi: Moderate. Registration required, tourist tax collection. Seasonal enforcement increases, but many operate informally year-round. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Corsica Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 46%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The sharp drop in revenue despite reduced competition points to a cooling in overall market demand intensity.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -25% 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 Corsica listings include: Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (90%), Tv (85%), Air Conditioning (85%), Heating (66%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Air Conditioning, with Pool properties earning approximately 84% more (€44K/year vs €24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Corsica over the last 12 months: May: €619, June: €806, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €835, October: €590, November: €270, December: €340, January: €142, February: €131, March: €201, April: €580. 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 Corsica is €162, up 15% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €106/night, 2-bedroom properties average €145/night, 3-bedroom properties average €229/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €459/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Corsica book an average of 38 days in advance, down 32% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 36 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 40 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 Corsica Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply -13%, revenue -46%, occupancy -7%, rates +15%, and lead time -32%. Rising nightly rates paired with shrinking lead times and lower occupancy suggest a shift toward shorter-notice bookings in a more challenging demand environment.

In Corsica, Wednesday sees the highest booking demand while Sunday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday.