Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Bellevue market averaged 2,205 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 16% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

An average Bellevue listing earns $42K/year. High-performing listings earn $89K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Bellevue home prices by size are 1-bedroom $319K, 2-bedroom $538K, 3-bedroom $900K, and 4+ bedroom $1.2M.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Bellevue is 39%, producing RevPAR of $86 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Bellevue. Bellevue: Moderate. Business license required, owner-occupancy for residential zones, 90-day cap for non-owner-occupied. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action.
Seattle: Strict. Operator's license mandatory, primary residence only, two-unit maximum, 90-day cap for non-primary. Active enforcement with audits and fines.
Redmond: Moderate. Business license required, owner-occupancy in single-family zones, good neighbor standards. Complaint-based enforcement.
Snoqualmie: Lenient. Business license needed, minimal restrictions in most zones. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Bellevue Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Bellevue Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Bellevue?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Heating (98%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+69%), Bbq (+42%), Hot Tub (+40%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Bellevue is $279, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Bellevue book an average of 33 days in advance. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 27% 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.Monroe & Sky Valley	$39.7K 84 listings	9.2% 84 listings
2.Everett	$36.1K 98 listings	7.9% 98 listings
3.Mill Creek & Martha Lake	$37.3K 26 listings	7.7% 26 listings
4.Renton & Newcastle	$41.1K 56 listings	7.6% 56 listings
5.Edmonds & Lynnwood	$39.2K 132 listings	7.4% 132 listings
6.Bothell, Woodinville & Cottage Lake	$42.9K 80 listings	7.0% 80 listings
7.Bellevue East of I-405	$46.6K 94 listings	6.8% 94 listings
8.Shoreline, Lake Forest Park & Kenmore	$36.2K 80 listings	6.6% 80 listings
9.Bellevue West of I-405	$57.3K 105 listings	6.6% 105 listings
10.Sammamish & Issaquah	$51.1K 111 listings	6.2% 111 listings
11.Mercer Island	$41.1K 24 listings	6.2% 24 listings
12.Redmond	$49.9K 91 listings	6.1% 91 listings
13.Kirkland	$47.9K 83 listings	6.0% 83 listings
14.Snohomish & Maltby	$37.6K 90 listings	5.8% 90 listings