Fermo

As of June 2026, Fermo, Porto San Giorgio, Porto Sant'Elpidio have 1,505 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 21% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Fermo generates €9K per year. High-performing properties earn €28K/year, while low-performing properties earn €4K/year. The wide revenue disparity suggests a market where top-tier listings capture disproportionate demand, while a significant portion of inventory struggles to maintain relevance amidst declining total market revenues.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Fermo. Average annual revenue is €9K with 24% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €28K/year. The 24% occupancy rate highlights a challenging environment, yet the high-performer ceiling indicates that specific segments remain resilient despite the broader 35% contraction in revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fermo is 24%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €144, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €16 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Fermo, with annual revenue of €19K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Fermo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Fermo area. Fermo: Moderate. Regional tourist accommodation code (CIR) required, registration with Regione Marche mandatory. Standard safety/tax compliance. Moderate enforcement through tax authorities. Porto San Giorgio: Moderate. CIR registration required, SCIA filing with municipality, tax ID needed. No occupancy restrictions. Enforcement mainly tax-focused, occasional checks. Porto Sant'Elpidio: Moderate. CIR code mandatory, municipal communication required, standard safety rules. Light-to-moderate enforcement, primarily through regional database. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Fermo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 21% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 36%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized drop in both supply and revenue suggests a period of market contraction where the reduction in listings is not yet sufficient to stabilize per-unit income.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 24% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Fermo listings include: Kitchen (88%), Washing Machine (86%), Tv (82%), Air Conditioning (77%), Heating (72%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 126% more (€54K/year vs €24K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Fermo over the last 12 months: May: €430, June: €649, July: €844, August: €1K, September: €578, October: €322, November: €277, December: €471, January: €241, February: €167, March: €308, April: €431. 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 Fermo is €144, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €99/night, 2-bedroom properties average €125/night, 3-bedroom properties average €175/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €383/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Fermo book an average of 28 days in advance, down 32% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 28 days, 4+ bedroom: 38 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Fermo Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 21%, revenue per listing decreased 36%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 32%. Increasing nightly rates against falling occupancy and shorter lead times point to a shift toward more reactive, short-notice booking behavior.

In Fermo, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 8% higher occupancy than weekdays.