Forlì

As of June 2026, Forlì, Ravenna, Cesena have 496 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 22% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Forlì generates €14K per year. High-performing properties earn €55K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that the top tier of listings effectively captures niche demand, while the broader market faces pressure from the 22% contraction in total supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Forlì. Average annual revenue is €14K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €55K/year. This wide earnings variance implies that market performance is heavily bifurcated, as even with shrinking supply, only select properties maintain high utilization rates.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Forlì is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €142, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €26 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Forlì, with annual revenue of €43K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Forlì market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Forlì area. Forlì: Moderate. Regional registration (CIR code) required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard Emilia-Romagna regulations apply. Moderate enforcement through tax authorities. Ravenna: Moderate. CIR registration mandatory, safety standards required, tourist tax collection. Moderate enforcement, mostly tax-focused with occasional inspections. Cesena: Moderate. CIR code required, compliance with regional safety rules, tourist tax mandatory. Enforcement primarily through tax collection, moderate activity overall. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Forlì Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 22% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in both availability and revenue suggests that the market is recalibrating to lower demand volume without experiencing extreme competitive volatility.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 17% 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 Forlì listings include: Kitchen (94%), Tv (83%), Heating (81%), Washing Machine (79%), Air Conditioning (74%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Ev Charger, with Pool properties earning approximately 151% more (€55K/year vs €22K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Forlì over the last 12 months: May: €823, June: €839, July: €1K, August: €950, September: €881, October: €627, November: €544, December: €719, January: €493, February: €416, March: €743, 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 Forlì is €142, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €110/night, 2-bedroom properties average €123/night, 3-bedroom properties average €216/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €458/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Guests in Forlì book an average of 28 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 36 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Forlì Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 22%, revenue per listing decreased 13%, occupancy fell 11%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 24%. These shifts reflect a tightening market where higher pricing has not offset the drop in occupancy and shorter booking windows.

In Forlì, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Sunday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 17% higher occupancy than weekdays.