Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Bradenton-Sarasota market averaged 12,677 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 9% from a year earlier and up 35% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

An average Bradenton-Sarasota listing earns $73K/year. High-performing listings earn $194K, while low-performing listings earn $24K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Median Bradenton-Sarasota home prices by size are 1-bedroom $155K, 2-bedroom $304K, 3-bedroom $452K, and 4+ bedroom $633K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Bradenton-Sarasota is 41%, producing RevPAR of $162 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Bradenton-Sarasota. Sarasota: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning restrictions apply. Some enforcement through complaints.
Bradenton: Lenient. Business tax receipt needed, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement, many operate informally.
Venice: Moderate. Business tax receipt, zoning compliance required. Complaint-based enforcement.
Anna Maria Island: Strict. Special permit required, owner-occupancy rules, density limits enforced. Active code enforcement with fines for violations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Bradenton-Sarasota Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Bradenton-Sarasota Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 8%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and April; it is lowest in October and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (97%), TV (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+63%), Washing Machine (+52%), Bbq (+43%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Bradenton-Sarasota is $473, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in October.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Bradenton-Sarasota book an average of 55 days in advance, up 23% from last year. Booking windows range from 43 days for 1-bedroom listings to 64 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bradenton-Sarasota?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 19% 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.Downtown Bradenton & Riverfront	$46.2K 230 listings	16.5% 230 listings
2.South Bradenton & Bayshore Gardens	$33.5K 344 listings	13.5% 344 listings
3.North Manatee — Palmetto, Ellenton & Parrish	$37.6K 104 listings	12.7% 104 listings
4.East Manatee — Lakewood Ranch to Myakka	$35.3K 70 listings	12.3% 70 listings
5.Central Sarasota & Sarasota Springs	$41.0K 380 listings	12.2% 380 listings
6.North Sarasota & Airport Corridor	$40.1K 287 listings	11.9% 287 listings
7.West Bradenton & Cortez	$58.7K 827 listings	11.8% 827 listings
8.Southside Sarasota & Phillippi	$41.5K 576 listings	10.8% 576 listings
9.Longboat Key	$64.1K 277 listings	10.2% 277 listings
10.Gulf Gate, Palmer Ranch & Osprey–Vamo	$37.5K 261 listings	9.8% 261 listings
11.East Sarasota & Myakka	$48.7K 34 listings	9.5% 34 listings
12.Bradenton Beach	$61.6K 945 listings	9.3% 945 listings
13.North Siesta Key	$77.3K 819 listings	9.1% 819 listings
14.Holmes Beach	$74.4K 1,210 listings	8.0% 1,210 listings
15.South Siesta Key	$53.4K 1,188 listings	7.9% 1,188 listings
16.Anna Maria	$132K 1,094 listings	6.4% 1,094 listings
17.Lido Key & St. Armands	$54.1K 136 listings	6.3% 136 listings
18.Downtown Sarasota & Bayfront	$35.9K 146 listings	5.1% 146 listings

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