Venice

As of May 2026, Venice, Padua, Mestre, Treviso have 6,208 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Venice generates €42K per year. High-performing properties earn €92K/year, while low-performing properties earn €17K/year. The significant revenue gap suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific variables rather than general market demand, which has seen a contraction in total revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Venice. Average annual revenue is €42K with 41% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €92K/year. Despite a year-over-year decline in supply, the wide performance spread indicates that top-tier assets are capturing a disproportionate share of the available market volume.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Venice is 41%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €238, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €78 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Venice, with annual revenue of €103K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Venice market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Venice area. Venice: Strict. Regional registration (CIR) mandatory, tourist tax collection required, heavy restrictions in historic center with density limits. Active enforcement with significant fines for unregistered properties. Padua: Moderate. Regional CIR registration required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard enforcement, some unlisted properties exist but penalties apply when caught. Mestre: Moderate. Same Veneto region CIR requirements as Venice, tourist tax mandatory. Enforcement less aggressive than Venice proper, moderate compliance checking. Treviso: Moderate. Veneto CIR registration and tourist tax required. Standard enforcement, lighter than Venice, periodic compliance audits conducted. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Venice Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized reduction in both metrics suggests the market is recalibrating toward a leaner equilibrium rather than experiencing a sudden supply glut.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 44% 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 Venice listings include: Air Conditioning (96%), Kitchen (92%), Tv (81%), Heating (76%), Washing Machine (75%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Washing Machine, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 14% more (€48K/year vs €42K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Venice over the last 12 months: May: €3K, June: €3K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €3K, October: €3K, November: €2K, December: €2K, January: €1K, February: €2K, March: €2K, April: €4K. 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 Venice is €238, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €182/night, 2-bedroom properties average €250/night, 3-bedroom properties average €363/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €672/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in January.

Guests in Venice book an average of 41 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 38 days, 2-bedroom: 42 days, 3-bedroom: 48 days, 4+ bedroom: 52 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Venice Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 29%. These figures reveal a shift toward shorter booking windows and price sensitivity, reflecting a market where demand is increasingly volatile.

In Venice, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 26% higher occupancy than weekdays.