Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Albrightsville?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Albrightsville market averaged 1,797 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 24% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Albrightsville?

Accepted Answer

An average Albrightsville listing earns $57K/year. High-performing listings earn $130K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Albrightsville home prices by size are 1-bedroom $189K, 2-bedroom $181K, 3-bedroom $213K, and 4+ bedroom $350K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Albrightsville is 30%, producing RevPAR of $128 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Albrightsville?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Albrightsville. Jim Thorpe: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply, owner must maintain local contact. Borough actively monitors complaints and violations. Some unlicensed operators exist but face penalties when reported.
Lake Harmony: Lenient. No specific STR regulations in Kidder Township. State tax registration required. Minimal local enforcement, primarily complaint-driven regarding noise/parking.
Albrightsville: Lenient. Part of Penn Forest Township with minimal STR rules. Basic zoning compliance expected. Light enforcement, mainly addresses nuisance complaints rather than licensing. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Albrightsville Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Albrightsville Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 21%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Albrightsville?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Albrightsville?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Heating (98%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+63%), Hot Tub (+54%), Washing Machine (+50%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Albrightsville is $416, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Albrightsville book an average of 40 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 35 days for 3-bedroom listings to 45 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 146% higher than weekday occupancy.

Question 12

How is gross yield calculated?

Accepted Answer

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.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Bear Creek Lakes	$57.9K 58 listings	19.5% 58 listings
2.Albrightsville & Towamensing Trails	$51.0K 289 listings	17.9% 289 listings
3.Jim Thorpe & Panther Valley	$38.7K 44 listings	16.3% 44 listings
4.Lehighton & Palmerton	$36.8K 26 listings	15.3% 26 listings
5.Lake Harmony	$47.1K 178 listings	9.8% 178 listings