Bremerton

As of May 2026, Bremerton, Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia have 1,710 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bremerton generates $40K per year. High-performing properties earn $83K/year, while low-performing properties earn $17K/year. This wide disparity suggests that revenue outcomes are heavily stratified, likely driven by specific listing configurations that capture premium demand despite a broader 28% decline in market-wide revenue.

Average home prices in Bremerton vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $467K, 2-bedroom homes average $514K, 3-bedroom properties are around $578K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $660K. These prices reflect median home values across the Bremerton, Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bremerton, with an average gross yield of 6% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 13%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. The 7% yield spread highlights a significant variance in asset efficiency, indicating that top-tier properties successfully navigate the current 34% occupancy environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bremerton is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $297, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $74 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bremerton, with an average gross yield of 8% and annual revenue of $62K. These properties balance purchase price ($660K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Bremerton market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bremerton area. Bremerton: Lenient. Business license required, basic zoning compliance. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally. Seattle: Strict. Operator license mandatory, owner-occupancy required for short-term rentals, two-unit cap per property. Active enforcement with fines and compliance checks. Tacoma: Moderate. Business license and vacation rental permit required, owner-occupancy for entire homes. Moderate enforcement, complaint-driven. Olympia: Lenient. Business license needed, basic regulations. Light enforcement, limited resources. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bremerton Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 28%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The concurrent drop in both supply and revenue suggests a contraction where market participants are adjusting to lower overall utilization levels.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 6% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bremerton listings include: Kitchen (96%), Tv (83%), Washing Machine (79%), Heating (67%), Air Conditioning (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 59% more ($63K/year vs $40K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bremerton over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $4K, August: $4K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $2K, January: $1K, February: $1K, March: $2K, April: $2K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Bremerton is $297, up 17% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $171/night, 2-bedroom properties average $251/night, 3-bedroom properties average $342/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $524/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Guests in Bremerton book an average of 36 days in advance, down 21% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 35 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bremerton Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 28%, occupancy fell 17%, average nightly rates increased 17%, and lead time decreased 21%. These metrics point to a tightening market where higher pricing is failing to offset volume losses, reflecting increased sensitivity to booking lead times.

In Bremerton, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 51% higher occupancy than weekdays.