How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Augusta?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Augusta market averaged 1,539 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 14% from a year earlier and up 50% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Augusta?

An average Augusta listing earns $29K/year. High-performing listings earn $151K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

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

Median Augusta home prices by size are 1-bedroom $59K, 2-bedroom $156K, 3-bedroom $196K, and 4+ bedroom $325K.

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

Average occupancy in Augusta is 30%, producing RevPAR of $60 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Augusta?

Rules vary across Augusta. Augusta, GA: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement. Aiken, SC: Lenient. Business license required, must comply with zoning. No STR-specific rules or occupancy requirements. Light enforcement. Athens, GA: Moderate. Business license and registration required, owner-occupancy mandated for homestays, density limits in some zones. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Augusta Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Augusta Airbnb and VRBO market is becoming more competitive. Supply has grown 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 1%, suggesting supply is outpacing demand.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Augusta?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Augusta?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+188%), Air Conditioning (+186%), Pool (+154%).

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

Average daily rate in Augusta is $286, up 24% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Augusta book an average of 24 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 21 days for 2-bedroom listings to 29 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekend occupancy is 15% 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.

Augusta, GA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$51.2k

12 mo avg

↓16%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

49%

12 mo avg

↓11%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$263

12 mo avg

↑2%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

17.8%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

27 days

12 mo avg

↑2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$105

12 mo avg

↓15%

from prior 12 mo

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Augusta Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Augusta, GA market

Compare 8 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Augusta, GA rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

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
1.Downtown & Olde Town	$23.3K 42 listings	48.2% 42 listings
2.East Augusta	$31.9K 23 listings	34.9% 23 listings
3.Central Augusta	$30.7K 140 listings	22.3% 140 listings
4.South Augusta & Southern Countryside	$31.6K 36 listings	19.7% 36 listings
5.Evans Area	$61.1K 50 listings	17.0% 50 listings
6.West Augusta	$36.4K 125 listings	15.4% 125 listings
7.Martinez Area	$30.2K 99 listings	13.8% 99 listings
8.Grovetown & Western Columbia Countryside	$34.9K 50 listings	11.8% 50 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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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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