Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Aspen?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Aspen market averaged 2,754 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 15% from a year earlier and up 20% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Aspen?

Accepted Answer

An average Aspen listing earns $99K/year. High-performing listings earn $254K, while low-performing listings earn $69K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Aspen home prices by size are 1-bedroom $693K, 2-bedroom $972K, 3-bedroom $1.8M, and 4+ bedroom $3.4M.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Aspen is 33%, producing RevPAR of $226 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Aspen?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Aspen. Aspen: Strict. Short-term rentals banned in most zones since 2019. Only lodging-zoned properties allowed. Active enforcement with significant fines.
Vail: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandate, strict zoning limits. Active enforcement in residential areas.
Breckenridge: Moderate. License required, 30-day annual cap for non-owner-occupied. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action.
Glenwood Springs: Moderate. Business license and sales tax required. Some zoning restrictions. Moderate enforcement, primarily complaint-based. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Aspen Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Aspen Airbnb and VRBO market shows signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%, suggesting supply is outpacing demand.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Aspen?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in February and March; it is lowest in May and April.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Aspen?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Heating (99%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+32%), Air Conditioning (+31%), TV (+26%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Aspen is $762, down 4% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Aspen book an average of 46 days in advance, up 13% from last year. Booking windows range from 42 days for 1-bedroom listings to 55 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 36% 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.Glenwood Springs, Gypsum and Northern Country	$52.3K 163 listings	7.3% 163 listings
2.Carbondale and Crystal Valley	$60.1K 145 listings	6.7% 145 listings
3.Aspen and Upper Valley	$118K 326 listings	5.5% 326 listings
4.Basalt and Mid Valley	$67.1K 69 listings	5.4% 69 listings
5.Snowmass Village and West Valley	$85.0K 784 listings	5.2% 784 listings