Christchurch
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Overview
Annual Rev
NZ$49.1k
12 mo avg
↑13%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
50%
12 mo avg
↓3%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
NZ$235
12 mo avg
↑18%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
38 days
12 mo avg
↓4 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
NZ$96
12 mo avg
↑0%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Christchurch market data as of September 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna | — | +$22,033 | — | — |
| Hot Tub | 🔒 1•• (•%) | 🔒 +$1•••• (+••%) | 🔒 $6•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| TV | 🔒 1••• (••%) | 🔒 +$9••• (+••%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $4•••• |
| Barbecue | 🔒 3•• (••%) | 🔒 +$9••• (+••%) | 🔒 $6•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| Heating | 🔒 1••• (••%) | 🔒 +$8••• (+••%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $4•••• |
| Parking | 🔒 1••• (••%) | 🔒 +$8••• (+••%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $4•••• |
| Pool | 🔒 4• (•%) | 🔒 +$7••• (+••%) | 🔒 $6•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| EV Charger | 🔒 7• (•%) | 🔒 +$7••• (+••%) | 🔒 $6•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| Internet | 🔒 1••• (••%) | 🔒 +$4••• (+•%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| Gym | 🔒 6• (•%) | 🔒 +$4••• (+•%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
| Pets Allowed | 🔒 2•• (••%) | 🔒 +$1••• (+•%) | 🔒 $5•••• | 🔒 $5•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
1 bedroom (3.8 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.7 nights)
2 bedrooms (3.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.2 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (NZ$96)
3 bedrooms (NZ$76)
2 bedrooms (NZ$61)
1 bedroom (NZ$38)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (74%)
Independent hosts (26%)
Over the 12 months ending August 2026, the Christchurch market averaged 2,493 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 18% from a year earlier and up 74% over two years.
An average Christchurch listing earns NZ$46K/year. High-performing listings earn NZ$70K, while low-performing listings earn NZ$17K.
Average occupancy in Christchurch is 52%, producing RevPAR of NZ$93 per available night.
4+ bedroom listings generate the highest average annual revenue in Christchurch, at NZ$84K.
Rules vary across Christchurch. Christchurch: Lenient. No specific STR permits or registration required. Must comply with general building/safety codes and resource consent if character changes. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Akaroa: Lenient. Part of Christchurch district, same minimal regulations apply. No STR-specific rules, zoning compliance only. Very light enforcement in small town. Lyttelton: Lenient. Also under Christchurch jurisdiction. No registration, permits, or occupancy limits for STRs. Minimal enforcement, thriving STR market. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.
The Christchurch Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 18% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 30%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.
RevPAR is highest in February and April; it is lowest in June and August.
The most common amenities are Kitchen (98%), Internet (96%), TV (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+52%), TV (+33%), Parking (+32%).
Average daily rate in Christchurch is NZ$230, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in August.
Guests in Christchurch book an average of 37 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 33 days for 1-bedroom listings to 49 days for 4+ bedroom listings.
Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 33% higher than weekday occupancy.