San Juan

As of May 2026, San Juan, Dorado, Luquillo, Fajardo have 9,254 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in San Juan generates $48K per year. High-performing properties earn $112K/year, while low-performing properties earn $23K/year. This wide disparity suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to asset-specific appeal rather than broad market trends, as the top tier captures significantly more value despite a shrinking inventory.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in San Juan. Average annual revenue is $48K with 44% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $112K/year. The 44% occupancy rate highlights a challenging operational environment where only elite units effectively bypass the saturation barriers that limit average listing performance.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in San Juan is 44%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $246, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $94 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in San Juan, with annual revenue of $124K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the San Juan market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the San Juan area. San Juan: Moderate. Tourist registry (DRNA) required, municipal license, sales tax collection mandatory. Enforcement varies by neighborhood, stricter in Old San Juan and Condado. Dorado: Lenient. Basic business license and tourist registry needed. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally. Luquillo: Lenient. Tourist registry and municipal permit required. Light enforcement, high informal rental activity. Fajardo: Lenient. Tourist registry needed, municipal license. Limited enforcement capacity, many unlicensed operators. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The San Juan Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 2%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in supply combined with rising revenue suggests a stabilizing market where fewer operators are extracting higher value from remaining demand.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 40% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in San Juan listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%), Tv (91%), Balcony (65%), Washing Machine (60%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 53% more ($63K/year vs $42K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in San Juan over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $3K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $3K, January: $3K, February: $3K, March: $5K, April: $4K. 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 San Juan is $246, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $153/night, 2-bedroom properties average $228/night, 3-bedroom properties average $306/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $722/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.

Guests in San Juan book an average of 35 days in advance, down 12% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 50 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the San Juan Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing increased 2%, occupancy fell 1%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 12%. These shifts reflect a pivot toward premium pricing strategies, as hosts compensate for lower volume and tighter booking windows with higher daily rates.

In San Juan, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 35% higher occupancy than weekdays.