Aveiro

As of June 2026, Aveiro, Costa Nova, Ílhavo have 728 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Aveiro generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €23K/year, while low-performing properties earn €6K/year. Despite modest supply contraction, revenue has declined significantly year-over-year with 32% occupancy, indicating demand softening outpaces supply reduction. The 3.8x performance gap between high and low earners suggests market bifurcation where differentiation determines viability.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Aveiro. Average annual revenue is €13K with 32% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €23K/year. Declining supply and revenue suggest a contracting market, while the substantial gap between average and high performers indicates significant variation in property performance—likely reflecting differentiation in positioning rather than broad market growth opportunities.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Aveiro is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €107, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €24 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Aveiro, with annual revenue of €21K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Aveiro market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Aveiro area. Aveiro: Moderate. Alojamento Local registration required with tourism authority (RNAL), tax obligations. Standard enforcement through inspections and complaints. Costa Nova (Ílhavo): Moderate. Same RNAL registration as Aveiro, fire safety compliance, tax payment mandatory. Enforcement moderate, focused on unregistered properties. Ílhavo: Moderate. RNAL registration required, local tax collection, basic safety standards. Standard enforcement, complaint-driven with periodic checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Aveiro Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($12,802) and high-performing properties ($23,378) suggests substantial performance variance across listings, while the 32% occupancy rate indicates meaningful availability for new market entrants despite competitive pressure.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 36% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Aveiro listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (82%), Washing Machine (70%), Heating (57%), Air Conditioning (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Bbq, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 53% more (€31K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Aveiro over the last 12 months: May: €633, June: €871, July: €1K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €636, November: €425, December: €578, January: €334, February: €304, March: €439, April: €747. 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 Aveiro is €107, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €81/night, 2-bedroom properties average €119/night, 3-bedroom properties average €156/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €255/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.

Guests in Aveiro book an average of 31 days in advance, down 25% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Aveiro Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 5%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 25%. The rate increase amid falling occupancy suggests hosts are competing on price while demand softens, with the wide gap between average ($12,802) and high-performing listings ($23,378) indicating significant performance stratification in the market.

In Aveiro, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 25% higher occupancy than weekdays.