How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Amelia Island?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Amelia Island market averaged 1,830 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 15% from a year earlier and up 36% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Amelia Island?

An average Amelia Island listing earns $65K/year. High-performing listings earn $122K, while low-performing listings earn $28K.

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

Median Amelia Island home prices by size are 1-bedroom $430K, 2-bedroom $429K, 3-bedroom $483K, and 4+ bedroom $560K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Amelia Island?

Average occupancy in Amelia Island is 42%, producing RevPAR of $136 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Amelia Island?

Rules vary across Amelia Island. Amelia Island/Fernandina Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt and state registration required. No owner-occupancy rules. Zoning restrictions in residential areas. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven action. Jacksonville Beach: Lenient. Business tax receipt and state registration needed. No owner-occupancy requirements or rental caps. Must follow noise ordinances. Light enforcement, mainly complaint-based. Many hosts operate with minimal oversight. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Amelia Island Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Amelia Island Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Amelia Island?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Amelia Island?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (97%), Internet (96%), TV (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+9%).

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

Average daily rate in Amelia Island is $392, up 7% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Amelia Island book an average of 53 days in advance, up 14% from last year. Booking windows range from 42 days for 1-bedroom listings to 72 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 28% 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.

Amelia Island, FL

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Annual revenue (actual)

$65.2k

12 mo avg

↑3%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

45%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$355

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.2%

Current potential

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vs prior-year prices

Lead time

54 days

12 mo avg

↑7 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$134

12 mo avg

↑7%

from prior 12 mo

Amelia Island Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Amelia Island, FL

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
Amelia City & American Beach	$59.8K 257 listings	11.3% 257 listings
South Amelia Island	$60.5K 349 listings	10.9% 349 listings
Central Fernandina Beach	$58.8K 441 listings	10.9% 441 listings
Yulee & Nassau Mainland	$40.7K 23 listings	9.9% 23 listings
North Fernandina & Historic Core	$52.8K 219 listings	9.0% 219 listings

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Data as of 2026-09-30

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