Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Alexandria market averaged 608 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 15% from a year earlier and up 86% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

An average Alexandria listing earns $26K/year. High-performing listings earn $53K, while low-performing listings earn $8K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Alexandria home prices by size are 2-bedroom $118K, 3-bedroom $213K, and 4+ bedroom $313K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Alexandria is 30%, producing RevPAR of $54 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Alexandria. Alexandria, LA: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Natchitoches, LA: Lenient. Basic business license required. No owner-occupancy rules or rental caps. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven.
Lafayette, LA: Moderate. Business license and occupational license required, safety inspections, parking requirements. Some zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement through complaints and periodic checks. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Alexandria Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Alexandria Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 2%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and June; it is lowest in January and February.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Alexandria?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (96%), Parking (95%), TV (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+57%), TV (+39%), Lake Access (+33%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Alexandria is $223, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Alexandria book an average of 26 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 19 days for 1-bedroom listings to 36 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 47% 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.