Toulouse

As of May 2026, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Albi have 3,397 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Toulouse generates €16K per year. High-performing properties earn €28K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. The wide revenue spread relative to stable market-wide earnings suggests that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand, effectively insulating them from broader market volatility.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Toulouse. Average annual revenue is €16K with 45% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €28K/year. This performance delta indicates that while baseline profitability is modest, significant upside exists for listings that successfully differentiate themselves within a stable, non-expanding supply environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Toulouse is 45%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €89, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €27 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Toulouse, with annual revenue of €33K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Toulouse market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Toulouse area. Toulouse: Moderate. Registration required, primary residence rule, 120-day annual cap for non-primary residences. Moderate enforcement with occasional fines. Carcassonne: Moderate. Declaration required, primary residence restrictions in city center. Light-to-moderate enforcement, some unlicensed operations exist. Albi: Lenient. Basic declaration required, minimal restrictions outside historic center. Light enforcement, many hosts operate informally. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Toulouse Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 1%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in listings alongside rising revenue signals a tightening market where remaining hosts benefit from decreased saturation and improved pricing power.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak fall season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -1% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Toulouse listings include: Kitchen (99%), Tv (92%), Heating (92%), Washing Machine (75%), Parking (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Washing Machine, with Bbq properties earning approximately 54% more (€29K/year vs €19K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Toulouse over the last 12 months: May: €693, June: €723, July: €762, August: €851, September: €804, October: €1K, November: €843, December: €1K, January: €680, February: €606, March: €802, 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 Toulouse is €89, up 26% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €70/night, 2-bedroom properties average €106/night, 3-bedroom properties average €149/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €295/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Toulouse book an average of 26 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Toulouse Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 15%, revenue per listing increased 1%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 26%, and lead time decreased 23%. These shifts reflect a transition toward a higher-rate, shorter-booking-window environment, signaling a shift in guest behavior and pricing strategy.

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