Albrightsville

As of May 2026, Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony, Albrightsville have 1,739 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 3% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Albrightsville generates $54K per year. High-performing properties earn $117K/year, while low-performing properties earn $23K/year. The significant spread between tiers suggests that revenue concentration is highly sensitive to specific property attributes, as the broader market experiences a revenue contraction despite steady supply levels.

Average home prices in Albrightsville vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $181K, 2-bedroom homes average $178K, 3-bedroom properties are around $209K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $324K. These prices reflect median home values across the Jim Thorpe, Lake Harmony, Albrightsville area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Albrightsville, with an average gross yield of 25% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 54%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide yield variance indicates that while the market is currently adjusting to lower revenues, top-tier assets remain resilient in capturing available demand.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Albrightsville is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $386, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $108 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Albrightsville, with an average gross yield of 24% and annual revenue of $72K. These properties balance purchase price ($324K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Albrightsville market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Albrightsville area. Jim Thorpe: Moderate. Zoning permit required, $500 annual fee, safety inspections, occupancy limits. Borough actively enforces through complaints and inspections. Lake Harmony: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general lodging tax collection. Enforcement minimal, many operate informally. Albrightsville: Lenient. Part of Kidder Township with basic zoning compliance and tax registration. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Albrightsville Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous decline in both supply and revenue suggests a market correction where operators are adjusting to a lower baseline of total demand.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak winter season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 50% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (April-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Albrightsville listings include: Kitchen (96%), Air Conditioning (92%), Tv (87%), Washing Machine (86%), Heating (69%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Sauna, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 51% more ($90K/year vs $60K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Albrightsville over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $5K, August: $5K, September: $2K, October: $3K, November: $3K, December: $5K, January: $4K, February: $4K, March: $2K, April: $2K. 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 Albrightsville is $386, up 11% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $183/night, 2-bedroom properties average $224/night, 3-bedroom properties average $290/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $573/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Albrightsville book an average of 38 days in advance, down 13% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 32 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Albrightsville Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply -3%, revenue -13%, occupancy -7%, rates +11%, and lead time -13%. Rising rates against falling occupancy and shorter booking windows signal a shift toward last-minute, price-sensitive travel patterns that challenge traditional revenue stability.

In Albrightsville, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 152% higher occupancy than weekdays.