Ravenna

As of June 2026, Ravenna, Cervia, Cesenatico have 569 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 20% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ravenna generates €16K per year. High-performing properties earn €44K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. Supply has contracted significantly year-over-year while revenue remained relatively flat, suggesting demand hasn't kept pace with the supply reduction. The wide performance gap indicates highly fragmented market conditions where property-level factors create substantial outcome variance despite constrained overall growth.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ravenna. Average annual revenue is €16K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €44K/year. Declining supply year-over-year suggests tightening inventory, yet flat revenue indicates limited pricing power—a market where differentiation drives the substantial gap between average and top performers.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ravenna is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €152, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €28 per day.

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

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ravenna area. Ravenna: Moderate. Regional registration (CIR code) required, tax reporting mandatory. Standard compliance enforcement through tax authorities. Cervia: Moderate. CIR registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory, safety standards. Moderate enforcement via tax audits. Cesenatico: Moderate. CIR code registration required, tourist tax collection, basic safety compliance. Standard enforcement through regional tourism system. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Ravenna Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 20% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The substantial gap between average revenue ($16,258) and high performers ($43,748) suggests significant performance variability, while the 32% occupancy rate reflects moderate market utilization despite reduced supply.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 45% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Ravenna listings include: Kitchen (96%), Air Conditioning (89%), Heating (86%), Washing Machine (82%), Tv (80%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Internet, Pets Allowed, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 54% more (€29K/year vs €19K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ravenna over the last 12 months: May: €686, June: €901, July: €1K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €726, November: €551, December: €700, January: €531, February: €548, March: €726, 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 Ravenna is €152, up 31% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €126/night, 2-bedroom properties average €159/night, 3-bedroom properties average €223/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €436/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in May.

Guests in Ravenna book an average of 29 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 29 days, 4+ bedroom: 27 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Ravenna Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 20%, revenue per listing decreased 2%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 31%, and lead time decreased 20%. The sharp rate increase alongside falling occupancy suggests hosts are competing for fewer bookings in a softening market, while the wide gap between average ($16,258) and top-performing listings ($43,748) indicates significant performance stratification.

In Ravenna, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 20% higher occupancy than weekdays.