Aberdeen

As of May 2026, Aberdeen has 1,543 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Aberdeen generates $49K per year. High-performing properties earn $93K/year, while low-performing properties earn $18K/year. This wide revenue variance suggests that property-specific appeal heavily outweighs broader market trends, as top-tier units capture significantly more demand despite a 15% revenue decline across the board.

Average home prices in Aberdeen vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $197K, 2-bedroom homes average $281K, 3-bedroom properties are around $352K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $325K. These prices reflect median home values across the Aberdeen area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Aberdeen, with an average gross yield of 14% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 26%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. The nearly double yield for top performers indicates that high-efficiency assets remain resilient even during periods of contracting market revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Aberdeen is 32%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $340, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $103 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Aberdeen, with an average gross yield of 27% and annual revenue of $87K. These properties balance purchase price ($325K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Aberdeen market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Aberdeen area. Aberdeen: Moderate. Short-term lets require planning permission if entire property rented frequently. Licensing scheme requires hosts to obtain license from council. No owner-occupancy requirement but control areas can restrict density. Enforcement increasing with neighbor complaints driving action, though many hosts still operate without proper permissions. Active monitoring in city center. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Aberdeen Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. While the modest supply contraction prevents market saturation, the sharper RevPAR drop points to softening consumer spending power within the current travel landscape.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 63% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Aberdeen listings include: Kitchen (92%), Washing Machine (86%), Pets Allowed (69%), Tv (63%), Balcony (55%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 45% more ($76K/year vs $52K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Aberdeen over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $4K, July: $6K, August: $7K, September: $3K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $2K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $2K, April: $3K. 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 Aberdeen is $340, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $188/night, 2-bedroom properties average $261/night, 3-bedroom properties average $381/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $634/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

Guests in Aberdeen book an average of 36 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 39 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 Aberdeen Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 2%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 15%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 19%. This combination of rising rates and falling occupancy suggests hosts are attempting to offset lower demand through price adjustments.

In Aberdeen, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 83% higher occupancy than weekdays.