East Attica

As of May 2026, Porto Rafti, Lavrio, Markopoulo have 1,832 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in East Attica generates €18K per year. High-performing properties earn €61K/year, while low-performing properties earn €8K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is highly polarized, with top-tier assets capturing significantly more value despite a contraction in overall market revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in East Attica. Average annual revenue is €18K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €61K/year. This variance indicates that profitability is heavily dependent on specific asset positioning rather than broad market trends, as high performers far outpace the average occupancy benchmark.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in East Attica is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €185, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €32 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in East Attica, with annual revenue of €41K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the East Attica market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the East Attica area. Porto Rafti: Moderate. Property registration number required, tax compliance mandatory. Enforcement increasing but inconsistent in smaller coastal areas. Lavrio: Moderate. Registration with Greek Tourism Organization required, property ID number mandatory. Limited enforcement outside peak season. Markopoulo: Lenient. Basic registration required, tax reporting expected. Minimal enforcement in this inland area, many operate informally. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The East Attica Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 20%. This simultaneous decline suggests that demand has softened faster than supply, creating a challenging environment where competition for limited guest interest is intensifying.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 7% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in East Attica listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (96%), Tv (95%), Washing Machine (79%), Balcony (75%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 159% more (€68K/year vs €26K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in East Attica over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €501, December: €497, January: €365, February: €344, March: €619, 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 East Attica is €185, up 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €120/night, 2-bedroom properties average €144/night, 3-bedroom properties average €250/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €561/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.

Guests in East Attica book an average of 27 days in advance, down 31% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 27 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 34 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the East Attica Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 20%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 31%. These metrics highlight a shift toward shorter booking windows and price sensitivity, indicating that higher rates are increasingly difficult to sustain against falling occupancy.

In East Attica, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 14% higher occupancy than weekdays.