Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Ann Arbor market averaged 984 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 0% from a year earlier and up 39% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

An average Ann Arbor listing earns $41K/year. High-performing listings earn $99K, while low-performing listings earn $18K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Ann Arbor home prices by size are 1-bedroom $223K, 2-bedroom $278K, 3-bedroom $384K, and 4+ bedroom $501K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Ann Arbor is 36%, producing RevPAR of $89 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Ann Arbor. Ann Arbor: Strict. Primary residence requirement, registration mandatory, 180-day rental cap for non-owner-occupied. Active enforcement with compliance checks and penalties.
Detroit: Lenient. Short-term rental license required, safety inspections needed. Limited enforcement; many operate without licenses due to capacity issues.
Ypsilanti: Moderate. License required, owner-occupancy preferred for certain zones, density limits in neighborhoods. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven investigations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Ann Arbor Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Ann Arbor Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 3%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Ann Arbor?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+131%), Bbq (+50%), Parking (+35%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Ann Arbor is $312, up 11% year-over-year. Rates peak in September and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Ann Arbor book an average of 36 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 41 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 48% 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.Ypsilanti and Eastern Washtenaw County	$39.9K 35 listings	14.6% 35 listings
2.Central Ann Arbor	$47.7K 121 listings	13.5% 121 listings
3.Milford and White Lake	$47.9K 30 listings	13.3% 30 listings
4.Brighton and Howell	$42.6K 27 listings	11.4% 27 listings
5.Outer Ann Arbor	$49.3K 113 listings	11.4% 113 listings
6.Pittsfield and Saline	$46.1K 32 listings	11.3% 32 listings
7.Pinckney and Hamburg	$35.5K 27 listings	11.0% 27 listings
8.Chelsea and Grass Lake	$45.9K 21 listings	10.8% 21 listings
9.Whitmore Lake and Green Oak	$32.1K 22 listings	9.4% 22 listings