Notodden

As of June 2026, Notodden, Kongsberg, Rjukan have 295 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Notodden generates kr139K per year. High-performing properties earn kr353K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr53K/year. With supply declining and revenue falling faster, the market is contracting despite reduced competition. The 2.5x gap between high and average performers suggests significant variance in how properties capture demand within a constrained market of 27% occupancy.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Notodden. Average annual revenue is kr139K with 27% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr353K/year. Declining supply and revenue suggest a contracting market, while the significant gap between average and top performers indicates differentiation remains possible despite tightening conditions.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Notodden is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr2K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr272 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Notodden, with annual revenue of kr209K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Notodden market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Notodden area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement practices for Notodden, Kongsberg, and Rjukan specifically. These are smaller Norwegian municipalities where STR rules may fall under national regulations or local interpretations that aren't well-documented in English sources. For accurate information, I recommend contacting each municipality's planning department (plan- og bygningsetaten) directly, as Norwegian STR regulations can vary significantly by kommune. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Notodden Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($139,472) and top performers ($352,801) suggests uneven market performance, where a subset of listings substantially outperform peers despite low overall occupancy at 27%.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak winter season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -33% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-November) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Notodden listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (80%), Heating (80%), Pets Allowed (70%), Washing Machine (68%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Sauna, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 653% more (kr2.5M/year vs kr332K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Notodden over the last 12 months: May: kr6K, June: kr8K, July: kr14K, August: kr9K, September: kr7K, October: kr7K, November: kr5K, December: kr9K, January: kr6K, February: kr11K, March: kr8K, April: kr7K. 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 Notodden is kr2K, up 25% 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 kr3K/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Notodden book an average of 34 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Notodden Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 14%, average nightly rates increased 25%, and lead time decreased 23%. The rate increase failing to offset occupancy losses signals weakening demand relative to supply, while the wide gap between average ($139K) and top-performing listings ($352K) indicates success concentrates among differentiated properties in a tightening market.

In Notodden, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.