Bangor

As of May 2026, Bangor, Bar Harbor, Camden have 3,199 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 4% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bangor generates $42K per year. High-performing properties earn $95K/year, while low-performing properties earn $23K/year. The significant spread between top and bottom earners suggests that revenue potential is heavily concentrated in specific listings rather than distributed evenly across the market.

Average home prices in Bangor vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $221K, 2-bedroom homes average $239K, 3-bedroom properties are around $306K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $369K. These prices reflect median home values across the Bangor, Bar Harbor, Camden area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bangor, with an average gross yield of 13% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 30%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide gap in yield performance indicates that market saturation has not prevented top-tier listings from capturing outsized returns.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bangor is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $289, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $64 per day.

2-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bangor, with an average gross yield of 15% and annual revenue of $41K. These properties balance purchase price ($239K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Bangor market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bangor area. Bangor: Lenient. Registration required, no owner-occupancy rules, no density caps. Light enforcement, many operate informally. Bar Harbor: Strict. Annual permit required, owner-occupancy mandate for residential zones, strict density limits and caps. Active enforcement with violations prosecuted. Camden: Moderate. Registration and local permit required, some zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement, occasional compliance checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bangor Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 40%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The sharp drop in revenue despite minimal supply changes suggests that external demand factors have exerted significant downward pressure on pricing power.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 32% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bangor listings include: Kitchen (94%), Tv (79%), Air Conditioning (71%), Washing Machine (71%), Heating (65%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Internet, Hot Tub, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 31% more ($70K/year vs $54K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bangor over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $4K, August: $4K, September: $3K, October: $3K, November: $843, December: $638, January: $362, February: $380, March: $519, April: $945. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Bangor is $289, up 10% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $192/night, 2-bedroom properties average $261/night, 3-bedroom properties average $342/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $552/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

Guests in Bangor book an average of 38 days in advance, down 26% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 35 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bangor Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 4%, revenue per listing decreased 40%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 10%, and lead time decreased 26%. The combination of higher rates and shorter lead times points to a shift toward more reactive, short-notice consumer booking behavior.

In Bangor, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 14% higher occupancy than weekdays.