Kingston

As of May 2026, Kingston has 2,549 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Kingston generates $2.0M per year. High-performing properties earn $5.9M/year, while low-performing properties earn $613K/year. The massive earnings spread relative to a 25% occupancy rate suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in a select subset of inventory, rather than being distributed evenly across the market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Kingston. Average annual revenue is $2.0M with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $5.9M/year. With total supply contracting by roughly 4%, the disparity between high and average earners highlights how market share is increasingly captured by top-tier units as overall competition tightens.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kingston is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $21K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $4K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Kingston, with annual revenue of $4.9M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Kingston market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Kingston area. Kingston: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. No owner-occupancy mandate or rental caps city-wide, though some residential zones restrict STRs. Enforcement is moderate - city responds to complaints and conducts some proactive checks, but many unlicensed hosts operate without issue. Growing regulatory attention as STR market expands. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Kingston Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 6%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in both supply and revenue suggests a period of market correction where the reduction in listings is not yet sufficient to offset declining per-property demand.

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

The most common amenities in Kingston listings include: Air Conditioning (98%), Kitchen (97%), Tv (91%), Washing Machine (81%), Balcony (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Pool, Gym, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 57% more ($3.8M/year vs $2.4M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Kingston over the last 12 months: May: $97K, June: $108K, July: $132K, August: $135K, September: $95K, October: $111K, November: $131K, December: $160K, January: $140K, February: $109K, March: $143K, April: $195K. 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 Kingston is $21K, up 22% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $17K/night, 2-bedroom properties average $23K/night, 3-bedroom properties average $39K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $68K/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in May.

Guests in Kingston book an average of 19 days in advance, down 30% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 17 days, 2-bedroom: 21 days, 3-bedroom: 25 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 Kingston Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing decreased 6%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 22%, and lead time decreased 30%. These shifts indicate that while operators are aggressively raising rates, shorter booking windows and lower occupancy suggest a disconnect between pricing strategies and current traveler demand.

In Kingston, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.