Cabo Rojo
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Overview
Annual Rev
$26.1k
12 mo avg
↓1%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 3•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 $1••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
31 days
12 mo avg
↓4 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
$61
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Cabo Rojo market data as of May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV Charger | 5 (1%) | +$27,721 (+70%) | $67,134 | $39,413 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
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
2 bedrooms (6.0 nights)
Studio (5.8 nights)
1 bedroom (4.8 nights)
4+ bedrooms (4.5 nights)
3 bedrooms (4.1 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms ($189)
3 bedrooms ($116)
2 bedrooms ($73)
1 bedroom ($55)
Studio ($37)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (58%)
Independent hosts (42%)
As of May 2026, Cabo Rojo, Boquerón, Joyuda have 1,199 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cabo Rojo generates $26K per year. High-performing properties earn $63K/year, while low-performing properties earn $12K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that market performance is highly bifurcated rather than uniform, indicating that top earners successfully capture a disproportionate share of total demand.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cabo Rojo. Average annual revenue is $26K with 28% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $63K/year. The 28% occupancy rate reflects a constrained environment, suggesting that the top-tier revenue is driven by premium positioning rather than high volume.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cabo Rojo is 28%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $213, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $52 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cabo Rojo, with annual revenue of $61K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cabo Rojo market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cabo Rojo area. Cabo Rojo: Lenient. Municipal license and Hacienda registration required. No owner-occupancy rules or density limits. Minimal enforcement; many operate without proper permits. Boquerón (Cabo Rojo): Lenient. Same requirements as Cabo Rojo municipality. Tourist zone with minimal enforcement despite regulations. Many unlicensed rentals operate. Joyuda (Cabo Rojo): Lenient. Municipal and tax registration required. No occupancy restrictions. Light enforcement in this tourist area; informal rentals common. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Cabo Rojo Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. This contraction suggests that the market is shedding underperforming inventory, which may stabilize future revenue for remaining listings.
Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak spring season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -10% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-September) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Cabo Rojo listings include: Kitchen (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Tv (95%), Balcony (77%), Pool (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Pool, Air Conditioning, with Bbq properties earning approximately 46% more ($48K/year vs $33K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cabo Rojo over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $2K, August: $2K, September: $913, October: $983, November: $1K, December: $1K, January: $1K, February: $1K, March: $2K, April: $2K. 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 Cabo Rojo is $213, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $136/night, 2-bedroom properties average $189/night, 3-bedroom properties average $270/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $502/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.
Guests in Cabo Rojo book an average of 30 days in advance, down 18% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, supply declined 13%, revenue decreased 7%, occupancy fell 8%, nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 18%. The combination of higher rates and shorter lead times points to a shift toward last-minute, price-sensitive bookings amid a tightening inventory landscape.
In Cabo Rojo, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 76% higher occupancy than weekdays.