Ohrid

As of May 2026, Ohrid, Struga have 1,010 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ohrid generates MKD235K per year. High-performing properties earn MKD753K/year, while low-performing properties earn MKD82K/year. This significant revenue variance suggests that market success is heavily skewed toward a small segment of listings that likely capture the limited 21% occupancy more effectively than the broader market.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ohrid. Average annual revenue is MKD235K with 21% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to MKD753K/year. The wide gap between average and top-tier earnings highlights a competitive landscape where only a select portion of inventory achieves high utilization despite the overall low occupancy rate.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ohrid is 21%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of MKD3K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of MKD493 per day.

3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Ohrid, with annual revenue of MKD487K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Ohrid market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ohrid area. Ohrid: Moderate. Registration with tax authorities required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Growing enforcement as city addresses overtourism concerns, but many unregistered rentals still operate. Struga: Lenient. Basic registration and tax compliance required. Minimal enforcement, widespread informal rentals operate without oversight despite regulations on paper. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Ohrid Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The drop in RevPAR relative to supply growth suggests that increasing inventory is placing downward pressure on individual property yields.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 46% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-February) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Ohrid listings include: Kitchen (98%), Tv (97%), Air Conditioning (92%), Heating (81%), Washing Machine (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Lake Access, Bbq, Bicycles, with Lake Access properties earning approximately 54% more (MKD817K/year vs MKD531K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ohrid over the last 12 months: May: MKD14K, June: MKD19K, July: MKD31K, August: MKD37K, September: MKD20K, October: MKD11K, November: MKD6K, December: MKD10K, January: MKD8K, February: MKD4K, March: MKD7K, April: MKD14K. 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 Ohrid is MKD3K, up 21% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average MKD3K/night, 2-bedroom properties average MKD4K/night, 3-bedroom properties average MKD7K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average MKD9K/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Ohrid book an average of 24 days in advance, down 28% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 23 days, 2-bedroom: 27 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Ohrid Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 4%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 21%, and lead time decreased 28%. These metrics suggest a market shifting toward shorter booking windows and sensitivity to price, as higher rates struggle to offset declining occupancy.

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