Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Bastrop?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Bastrop market averaged 1,059 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 54% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Bastrop?

Accepted Answer

An average Bastrop listing earns $31K/year. High-performing listings earn $71K, while low-performing listings earn $12K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Bastrop home prices by size are 1-bedroom $210K, 2-bedroom $264K, 3-bedroom $321K, and 4+ bedroom $418K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Bastrop is 29%, producing RevPAR of $64 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Bastrop?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Bastrop. Austin: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandatory for Type 2 STRs, 3% density cap in most areas. Active enforcement with significant fines and violations tracked.
San Antonio: Moderate. Registration and permit required, zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than Austin.
Bastrop: Lenient. Basic registration required, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Bastrop Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Bastrop Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bastrop?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Bastrop?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (98%), Parking (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+108%), Pool (+94%), Hot Tub (+72%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Bastrop is $271, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in September and are lowest in November.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Bastrop book an average of 32 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 2-bedroom listings to 37 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 77% 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.Lockhart	$29.4K 26 listings	11.9% 26 listings
2.Bastrop	$37.5K 63 listings	11.6% 63 listings
3.Smithville	$26.2K 23 listings	9.0% 23 listings
4.Cedar Creek	$34.8K 25 listings	8.8% 25 listings