Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Arnold?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Arnold market averaged 1,864 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 21% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Arnold?

Accepted Answer

An average Arnold listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $69K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Arnold home prices by size are 1-bedroom $227K, 2-bedroom $325K, 3-bedroom $417K, and 4+ bedroom $526K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Arnold is 26%, producing RevPAR of $79 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Arnold?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Arnold. Arnold: Moderate. Calaveras County requires TOT registration and business license. No owner-occupancy rules. Complaint-based enforcement, generally moderate.
South Lake Tahoe: Strict. Permit required, caps on permits by zone, lottery system for new permits. Active code enforcement with significant fines for violations.
Yosemite Valley: Strict. National Park Service prohibits all short-term rentals in residential areas. Active NPS enforcement, very limited legal options exist. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Arnold Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Arnold Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 15%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Arnold?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and February; it is lowest in October and April.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Arnold?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Kitchen (97%), Internet (96%), TV (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+36%), Bbq (+29%), Hot Tub (+23%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Arnold is $325, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Arnold book an average of 33 days in advance. Booking windows range from 26 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 Arnold?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 88% 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.Dorrington	$45.1K 63 listings	10.8% 63 listings
2.Arnold	$44.8K 150 listings	9.9% 150 listings
3.Twain Harte and Mi-Wuk Village	$36.4K 129 listings	9.8% 129 listings
4.Cold Springs and Strawberry	$36.0K 45 listings	9.8% 45 listings
5.Sonora	$33.9K 63 listings	9.7% 63 listings
6.Murphys	$42.5K 40 listings	8.6% 40 listings
7.Angels Camp and Copperopolis	$28.2K 52 listings	7.4% 52 listings