Växjö

As of May 2026, Växjö, Alvesta, Ljungby have 402 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 3% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Växjö generates kr87K per year. High-performing properties earn kr235K/year, while low-performing properties earn kr46K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that top-tier listings capture a disproportionate share of demand, likely due to specific amenities or positioning that separates them from the stagnant middle-market supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Växjö. Average annual revenue is kr87K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to kr235K/year. The performance gap indicates that profitability is highly sensitive to listing-specific factors, as the 30% occupancy rate suggests a limited pool of active demand that top earners are successfully monopolizing.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Växjö is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of kr1K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of kr157 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Växjö, with annual revenue of kr121K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Växjö market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Växjö area. Växjö: Moderate. No specific STR regulations, but rental income taxable. Second-home rental allowed up to 9 months. Standard Swedish rules apply. Light enforcement. Alvesta: Moderate. Follows Swedish national rules. No local STR permits required. Tax reporting mandatory. Minimal local enforcement, relies on national tax authorities. Ljungby: Moderate. National Swedish regulations apply. No special local STR restrictions. Tax compliance required. Light enforcement, mainly tax-focused. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Växjö Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 30%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. Despite the stable supply growth, the significant drop in RevPAR points to softening guest spending power, suggesting that the market is absorbing new inventory at lower realized price points.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -146% 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 Växjö listings include: Kitchen (92%), Heating (75%), Washing Machine (73%), Tv (69%), Bbq (64%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Tv, Ev Charger, with Bbq properties earning approximately 223% more (kr630K/year vs kr195K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Växjö over the last 12 months: May: kr4K, June: kr5K, July: kr8K, August: kr6K, September: kr4K, October: kr6K, November: kr4K, December: kr6K, January: kr3K, February: kr3K, March: kr4K, April: kr6K. 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 Växjö is kr1K, up 28% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average kr813/night, 2-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 3-bedroom properties average kr1K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average kr2K/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Växjö book an average of 35 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 40 days, 4+ bedroom: 37 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Växjö Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply grew 3%, revenue per listing decreased 30%, occupancy fell 20%, average nightly rates increased 28%, and lead time decreased 27%. These indicators reflect a shift toward last-minute, price-sensitive bookings, where higher rates are struggling to sustain occupancy levels against a backdrop of increased competition.

In Växjö, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday.