How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Baltimore?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Baltimore market averaged 2,871 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 8% from a year earlier and up 5% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Baltimore?

An average Baltimore listing earns $37K/year. High-performing listings earn $84K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

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

Median Baltimore home prices by size are 1-bedroom $169K, 2-bedroom $274K, 3-bedroom $424K, and 4+ bedroom $588K.

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

Average occupancy in Baltimore is 33%, producing RevPAR of $77 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Baltimore?

Rules vary across Baltimore. Baltimore: Moderate. Short-term rental license required, safety inspections, owner-occupancy for rentals under 30 days in residential zones. Enforcement exists but inconsistent; many unlicensed operators continue. Annapolis: Moderate. License required, owner-occupancy mandated, zoning restrictions apply. Some enforcement through complaints but not heavily proactive. Ocean City: Lenient. Business license and rental license required, occupancy limits enforced. Light enforcement; tourist-friendly city with established STR market and minimal restrictions beyond basic licensing. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Baltimore Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Baltimore Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 34%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Baltimore?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Baltimore?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+45%), Bbq (+35%), Washing Machine (+21%).

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

Average daily rate in Baltimore is $292, up 27% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in March.

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

Guests in Baltimore book an average of 35 days in advance, up 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 57% 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.

Baltimore, MD

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Annual revenue (actual)

$39.5k

12 mo avg

↑6%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

39%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$251

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.2%

Current potential

↑0.0 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

35 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$82

12 mo avg

↑12%

from prior 12 mo

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Baltimore Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Baltimore, MD market

Compare 18 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Baltimore, MD 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.West Baltimore	$27.3K 66 listings	22.3% 66 listings
2.East Baltimore	$30.5K 31 listings	18.4% 31 listings
3.Downtown Baltimore & Inner Harbor	$29.0K 66 listings	14.8% 66 listings
4.Fells Point & Canton	$36.5K 156 listings	14.2% 156 listings
5.South Baltimore	$34.9K 83 listings	13.4% 83 listings
6.Dundalk & Essex	$40.5K 48 listings	13.1% 48 listings
7.North Baltimore	$27.8K 52 listings	13.0% 52 listings
8.North East & Cecil County	$34.5K 21 listings	12.1% 21 listings
9.Glen Burnie & Pasadena	$42.3K 54 listings	12.0% 54 listings
10.Arnold & Cape St. Claire	$67.9K 37 listings	11.8% 37 listings
11.Columbia & Ellicott City	$47.4K 32 listings	11.6% 32 listings
12.Pikesville & Owings Mills	$36.8K 31 listings	11.3% 31 listings
13.Annapolis	$57.8K 310 listings	10.5% 310 listings
14.Edgewater & Mayo	$53.2K 35 listings	9.7% 35 listings
15.Catonsville & Arbutus	$42.2K 21 listings	9.5% 21 listings
16.Severn & Odenton	$44.8K 32 listings	9.1% 32 listings
17.Bel Air & Harford County	$34.3K 27 listings	9.1% 27 listings
18.Towson & Timonium	$37.6K 53 listings	8.2% 53 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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