How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Arlington?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Arlington market averaged 504 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 31% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Arlington?

An average Arlington listing earns $40K/year. High-performing listings earn $86K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

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

Median Arlington home prices by size are 1-bedroom $412K, 2-bedroom $473K, 3-bedroom $583K, and 4+ bedroom $689K.

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

Average occupancy in Arlington is 35%, producing RevPAR of $83 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Arlington?

Rules vary across Arlington. Arlington: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Standard enforcement through complaints. Everett: Moderate. Business license and lodging tax registration required. Complaint-based enforcement, some unlicensed operation occurs. Bellingham: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, density limits by neighborhood. Active enforcement with regular monitoring and violations. Mount Vernon: Lenient. Business license and lodging tax required. Minimal enforcement, limited tracking of compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Arlington Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Arlington Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 12%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Arlington?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Arlington?

The most common amenities are Heating (99%), Parking (98%), Internet (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+97%), Washing Machine (+71%), Gym (+40%).

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

Average daily rate in Arlington is $284, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Arlington book an average of 37 days in advance. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 48 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 54% 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.

Arlington, WA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$50.4k

12 mo avg

↑7%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

43%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$283

12 mo avg

↑16%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

7.2%

Current potential

↑0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

39 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$100

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

Arlington Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Skagit & North Snohomish Region, WA

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
Granite Falls & Eastern Foothills	$61.7K 24 listings	14.1% 24 listings
Lake Stevens Area	$55.5K 9 listings	11.0% 9 listings
La Conner & Skagit Bay	$39.9K 27 listings	9.2% 27 listings
Arlington & Stillaguamish Country	$47.8K 18 listings	8.9% 18 listings
Eastern Skagit Country	$45.6K 24 listings	8.7% 24 listings

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Data as of 2026-09-30

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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