Arendal

As of June 2026, Kragerø, Risør, Arendal have 442 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Kragerø generates kr117K per year. High-performing properties earn kr289K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr56K/year. Despite slight supply contraction, the 27% occupancy rate and significant year-over-year revenue decline suggest demand is weakening faster than supply is adjusting, creating a competitive environment where operational execution increasingly separates top performers from the rest.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Kragerø. Average annual revenue is kr117K with 27% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr289K/year. Declining supply and revenue suggest a contracting market, while the significant gap between average and top performers indicates uneven market conditions where property differentiation plays a substantial role in outcomes.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Kragerø is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr218 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Kragerø, with annual revenue of kr170K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Kragerø market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Kragerø area. I don't have sufficient reliable data on the specific short-term rental regulations and enforcement practices for Kragerø, Risør, and Arendal to provide accurate summaries in the format you've requested. These are smaller Norwegian municipalities, and detailed information about their STR rules, permit requirements, and especially real-world enforcement practices isn't readily available in English-language sources I can access. For accurate information, I'd recommend contacting each municipality's planning department (plan- og bygningsetaten) directly or checking their official Norwegian websites. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Kragerø Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 20%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. However, the significant gap between average revenue ($116,651) and top performers ($288,683) suggests substantial performance variance, reflecting competitive differentiation in a market where 27% occupancy leaves considerable unutilized capacity.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -35% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Kragerø listings include: Kitchen (93%), Heating (82%), Tv (82%), Washing Machine (74%), Bbq (56%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Gym, Tv, Ev Charger, with Gym properties earning approximately 111% more (kr649K/year vs kr308K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Kragerø over the last 12 months: May: kr5K, June: kr7K, July: kr12K, August: kr10K, September: kr6K, October: kr6K, November: kr4K, December: kr7K, January: kr4K, February: kr6K, March: kr6K, April: kr6K. 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 Kragerø is kr2K, up 20% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr2K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr2K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Kragerø book an average of 30 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 24 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days, 4+ bedroom: 36 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Kragerø Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 1%, revenue per listing decreased 20%, occupancy fell 10%, average nightly rates increased 20%, and lead time decreased 13%. The 20% rate increase failing to offset revenue declines despite flat supply suggests demand softening outpaced pricing power. The wide gap between average ($116,651) and high-performing listings ($288,683) indicates success concentrates among differentiated properties in a contracting market.

In Kragerø, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 13% higher occupancy than weekdays.