Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Beaver Dam market averaged 173 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 47% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

An average Beaver Dam listing earns $47K/year. High-performing listings earn $103K, while low-performing listings earn $19K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Beaver Dam home prices by size are 2-bedroom $274K, 3-bedroom $334K, and 4+ bedroom $338K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Beaver Dam is 34%, producing RevPAR of $99 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Beaver Dam. Madison: Moderate. License required, zoning restrictions, 90-day cap for non-owner-occupied in certain zones. Active enforcement with complaints investigated and fines issued.
Wisconsin Dells: Lenient. Business license and room tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules or caps. Light enforcement, tourism-friendly approach.
Beaver Dam: Lenient. Minimal regulations, business license may be required. No specific STR ordinances or caps. Very light enforcement, small market with few restrictions. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Beaver Dam Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Beaver Dam Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 38%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in March and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Beaver Dam?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Parking (98%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+117%), Washing Machine (+72%), Hot Tub (+62%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Beaver Dam is $347, up 30% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in November.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Beaver Dam book an average of 39 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 45 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 79% 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.