Tende

As of June 2026, Tende, Menton, Sospel, Limone Piemonte have 1,306 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Tende generates €14K per year. High-performing properties earn €31K/year, while low-performing properties earn €8K/year. This significant spread suggests that revenue potential is heavily polarized, with top-tier listings capturing a disproportionate share of total demand despite a stable overall supply environment.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Tende. Average annual revenue is €14K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €31K/year. The performance gap indicates that while market-wide occupancy remains modest, specific property profiles effectively insulate themselves from the broader downward pressure on annual revenues.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tende is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €146, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €25 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Tende, with annual revenue of €38K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Tende market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Tende area. Tende: Lenient. French registration required (SIRET), tourist tax collection. Light enforcement in small mountain town. Menton: Moderate. Registration mandatory, 120-day annual cap for primary residences, tourist tax. Moderate enforcement in tourist hub. Sospel: Lenient. Basic French registration, tourist tax. Minimal enforcement in small village. Limone Piemonte: Moderate. Italian registration (SCIA), tourist tax, regional rules apply. Standard enforcement in ski resort. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Tende Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction in both inventory and revenue suggests a market currently adjusting to reduced visitor volume without experiencing localized over-saturation.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 66% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (October-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Tende listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (86%), Heating (83%), Washing Machine (69%), Pets Allowed (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Ski In Out, Internet, with Pool properties earning approximately 80% more (€47K/year vs €26K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Tende over the last 12 months: May: €385, June: €411, July: €673, August: €943, September: €408, October: €406, November: €334, December: €1K, January: €1K, February: €2K, March: €893, April: €533. 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 Tende is €146, up 27% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €109/night, 2-bedroom properties average €148/night, 3-bedroom properties average €240/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €510/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Tende book an average of 30 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Tende Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 8%, revenue per listing decreased 3%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 27%, and lead time decreased 24%. These shifts highlight a transition toward shorter-notice bookings and higher pricing sensitivity, likely reflecting a shift in traveler behavior.

In Tende, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 18% higher occupancy than weekdays.