Daegu

As of June 2026, Daegu has 540 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Daegu generates ₩10M per year. High-performing properties earn ₩18M/year, while low-performing properties earn ₩4M/year. Supply contraction alongside steeper revenue decline suggests demand is weakening faster than hosts are exiting, creating oversupply relative to booking demand. The substantial gap between average and high performers indicates market bifurcation, where differentiation increasingly determines viability at current 31% occupancy levels.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Daegu. Average annual revenue is ₩10M with 31% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to ₩18M/year. Supply contraction coupled with revenue decline suggests market consolidation, where remaining hosts capture disproportionate gains—evidenced by the 78% performance spread between high and average earners.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Daegu is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of ₩103K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of ₩20K per day.

3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Daegu, with annual revenue of ₩13M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Daegu market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Daegu area. I don't have reliable current information about short-term rental regulations and enforcement reality specifically for Daegu, South Korea. South Korean cities have been developing STR regulations in recent years, but enforcement details vary significantly by municipality and change frequently. I'd need to verify current local ordinances and actual enforcement practices before providing an accurate classification for Daegu. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Daegu Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average ($9.9M) and high revenue ($17.7M) properties suggests performance is highly stratified, with top-performing listings substantially outpacing the market median despite modest occupancy rates at 31%.

Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 13% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (July-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Daegu listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (98%), Washing Machine (96%), Heating (94%), Tv (92%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Washing Machine, Tv, with Heating properties earning approximately 30% more (₩18M/year vs ₩14M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Daegu over the last 12 months: May: ₩597K, June: ₩528K, July: ₩536K, August: ₩645K, September: ₩455K, October: ₩767K, November: ₩663K, December: ₩607K, January: ₩430K, February: ₩629K, March: ₩590K, April: ₩716K. 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 Daegu is ₩103K, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average ₩91K/night, 2-bedroom properties average ₩126K/night, 3-bedroom properties average ₩179K/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in July.

Guests in Daegu book an average of 15 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 13 days, 2-bedroom: 24 days, 3-bedroom: 26 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Daegu Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 24%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 29%. The sharp occupancy decline despite higher nightly rates suggests demand weakened faster than supply, while the substantial gap between average and high revenue indicates significant performance stratification among listings.

In Daegu, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 52% higher occupancy than weekdays.