Anaheim

As of June 2026, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach have 1,442 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 18% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Anaheim generates $82K per year. High-performing properties earn $158K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. Declining supply paired with rising revenue suggests improving pricing power, though 49% occupancy indicates substantial inventory still competes for bookings. The near-doubling gap between average and high performers reflects meaningful differentiation in the market rather than uniform conditions.

Average home prices in Anaheim vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $463K, 2-bedroom homes average $690K, 3-bedroom properties are around $1.0M, and 4+ bedroom homes average $1.2M. These prices reflect median home values across the Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Anaheim, with an average gross yield of 7% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 14%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. Declining supply paired with revenue growth suggests improving demand conditions, though 49% occupancy indicates substantial untapped capacity. The wide performance gap between high and average yields reflects significant differentiation among properties in the market.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Anaheim is 49%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $389, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $162 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Anaheim, with an average gross yield of 10% and annual revenue of $124K. These properties balance purchase price ($1.2M), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Anaheim market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Anaheim area. Anaheim: Strict. STRs banned in residential zones since 2018. Only resort/commercial zones allowed with permits. Active code enforcement with significant fines for violations. Huntington Beach: Strict. Primary residence only, 30-day minimum stay required, conditional use permit needed. Active enforcement, illegal operators face $1000+/day fines. Newport Beach: Strict. Owner-occupied only, max 120 days/year, permit required, density caps by neighborhood. Proactive enforcement with complaint response and penalties. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Anaheim Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced with strong demand conditions. Supply has declined 18% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 8%. This indicates healthy demand growth outpacing supply. The wide performance gap between average ($81,814) and high-performing listings ($158,183) suggests differentiated market conditions where property positioning significantly influences outcomes in a moderately occupied market.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 33% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Anaheim listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (95%), Washing Machine (90%), Tv (85%), Heating (71%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 39% more ($120K/year vs $86K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Anaheim over the last 12 months: May: $3K, June: $4K, July: $5K, August: $4K, September: $4K, October: $5K, November: $5K, December: $6K, January: $5K, February: $5K, March: $7K, April: $6K. 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 Anaheim is $389, up 24% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $153/night, 2-bedroom properties average $243/night, 3-bedroom properties average $385/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $529/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.

Guests in Anaheim book an average of 45 days in advance, down 1% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 44 days, 3-bedroom: 46 days, 4+ bedroom: 49 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Anaheim Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 18%, revenue per listing increased 8%, occupancy fell 2%, average nightly rates increased 24%, and lead time decreased 1%. The sharp rate increase outpacing occupancy gains suggests hosts are successfully pricing power despite tighter booking windows, while the wide revenue gap between high and average performers indicates significant performance stratification in the market.

In Anaheim, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 22% higher occupancy than weekdays.