How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Boston?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Boston market averaged 7,008 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 1% from a year earlier and up 26% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Boston?

An average Boston listing earns $53K/year. High-performing listings earn $121K, while low-performing listings earn $25K.

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

Median Boston home prices by size are 1-bedroom $390K, 2-bedroom $580K, 3-bedroom $729K, and 4+ bedroom $943K.

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

Average occupancy in Boston is 40%, producing RevPAR of $115 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Boston?

Rules vary across Boston. Boston: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, registration mandatory, max 120 days/year for entire units. Active enforcement with significant fines and platform compliance monitoring. Cambridge: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, annual registration, max 120 days/year for entire units. Very active enforcement with inspections and penalties. Salem: Moderate. Registration required, owner-occupancy preferred but exceptions exist. Moderate enforcement, some unlicensed activity persists. Plymouth: Lenient. Basic registration, minimal restrictions on rentals. Light enforcement, mostly complaint-driven. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Boston Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Boston Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 44%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Boston?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Boston?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Heating (98%), Air Conditioning (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+53%), TV (+22%), Gym (+22%).

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

Average daily rate in Boston is $335, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Boston book an average of 40 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 36 days for 1-bedroom listings to 46 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 29% 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.

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Annual revenue (actual)

$71.3k

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

50%

12 mo avg

↓2%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$337

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

8.7%

Current potential

↓0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

42 days

12 mo avg

↑2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$153

12 mo avg

↑30%

from prior 12 mo

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Boston Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Boston, MA market

Compare 42 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Boston, MA 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.Allston & Brighton	$64.6K 94 listings	12.1% 94 listings
2.Salem	$60.2K 174 listings	11.6% 174 listings
3.Fenway & Mission Hill	$70.9K 91 listings	10.8% 91 listings
4.Lynn & Swampscott	$52.1K 52 listings	10.2% 52 listings
5.Lowell & Northwest Suburbs	$50.9K 33 listings	9.9% 33 listings
6.Quincy	$60.1K 48 listings	9.8% 48 listings
7.Andover & Merrimack Valley	$53.9K 32 listings	9.6% 32 listings
8.Roxbury	$57.4K 76 listings	9.5% 76 listings
9.Marshfield	$67.2K 23 listings	9.5% 23 listings
10.Downtown, North End & Beacon Hill	$87.3K 196 listings	9.2% 196 listings
11.Newburyport	$61.5K 38 listings	9.0% 38 listings
12.East Boston	$59.9K 50 listings	8.7% 50 listings
13.Rockport	$60.1K 101 listings	8.6% 101 listings
14.Marblehead	$63.7K 91 listings	8.4% 91 listings
15.Medford, Malden & Everett	$48.4K 221 listings	8.4% 221 listings
16.Hull	$45.5K 21 listings	8.3% 21 listings
17.Gloucester	$56.6K 128 listings	8.3% 128 listings
18.Charlestown	$62.0K 30 listings	8.3% 30 listings
19.Woburn & North Suburbs	$44.6K 83 listings	8.2% 83 listings
20.Framingham & MetroWest	$41.2K 52 listings	8.1% 52 listings
21.Revere, Chelsea & Winthrop	$42.6K 113 listings	8.0% 113 listings
22.Jamaica Plain	$46.4K 65 listings	8.0% 65 listings
23.Nashua & Southern New Hampshire Fringe	$37.5K 45 listings	7.9% 45 listings
24.Dorchester & Mattapan	$49.2K 78 listings	7.9% 78 listings
25.Brookline	$61.9K 81 listings	7.8% 81 listings
26.Somerville	$63.6K 157 listings	7.7% 157 listings
27.Foxborough & Walpole	$48.3K 45 listings	7.6% 45 listings
28.Hingham, Cohasset & Weymouth	$48.1K 26 listings	7.5% 26 listings
29.South Boston & Waterfront	$67.6K 43 listings	7.4% 43 listings
30.Central & East Cambridge	$78.4K 160 listings	7.3% 160 listings
31.Acton & MetroWest North	$37.9K 30 listings	7.0% 30 listings
32.Scituate	$66.5K 57 listings	7.0% 57 listings
33.Back Bay & South End	$62.3K 138 listings	7.0% 138 listings
34.Newbury & Merrimack Coast	$71.2K 50 listings	6.9% 50 listings
35.Beverly, Peabody & Danvers	$38.5K 70 listings	6.9% 70 listings
36.Milton, Braintree & Randolph	$55.0K 43 listings	6.8% 43 listings
37.Ipswich, Essex & Manchester	$52.0K 51 listings	6.7% 51 listings
38.Waltham & Watertown	$42.6K 81 listings	6.6% 81 listings
39.Roslindale, West Roxbury & Hyde Park	$38.5K 55 listings	6.6% 55 listings
40.Newton & Wellesley	$71.5K 32 listings	6.5% 32 listings
41.Arlington & Lexington	$51.5K 59 listings	6.5% 59 listings
42.West & North Cambridge	$42.5K 43 listings	5.2% 43 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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