How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Albany?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Albany market averaged 2,050 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 0% from a year earlier and up 20% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Albany?

An average Albany listing earns $41K/year. High-performing listings earn $111K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Albany?

Median Albany home prices by size are 1-bedroom $234K, 2-bedroom $275K, 3-bedroom $347K, and 4+ bedroom $440K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Albany?

Average occupancy in Albany is 33%, producing RevPAR of $86 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Albany?

Rules vary across Albany. Albany: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply, safety inspections needed. Enforcement exists but inconsistent; some operate without compliance. Saratoga Springs: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, 60-day annual cap for non-owner-occupied, special permit needed. Active enforcement with fines and neighbor complaints investigated. Lake George: Lenient. Basic registration, health/safety standards. Light enforcement; many operate informally in tourist areas with minimal oversight. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Albany Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Albany Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Albany?

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in March and January.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Albany?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Kitchen (97%), Parking (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+136%), Hot Tub (+92%), Bbq (+91%).

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Albany?

Average daily rate in Albany is $329, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Albany?

Guests in Albany book an average of 32 days in advance, up 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 25 days for 1-bedroom listings to 43 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Albany?

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 64% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

For each eligible home, annual room-revenue potential is divided by a ZIP- and bedroom-matched home-value estimate. Groups show the median of those yields. Cleaning income is excluded. Gross yield is before expenses and financing.

Albany, NY

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Annual revenue (actual)

$45.2k

12 mo avg

↑12%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

38%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$282

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.5%

Current potential

↓0.5 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

33 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$95

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Albany Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Albany, NY

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
Coxsackie and New Baltimore	$73.7K 27 listings	25.9% 27 listings
Cairo Area	$59.2K 22 listings	17.8% 22 listings
Hoosick and Grafton Country	$51.3K 9 listings	15.9% 9 listings
Schenectady Surrounding Towns	$59.2K 15 listings	15.8% 15 listings
East Durham and Greenville Country	$41.6K 22 listings	15.4% 22 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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