Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Brevard?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Brevard market averaged 1,888 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 9% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Brevard?

Accepted Answer

An average Brevard listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $73K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Brevard home prices by size are 1-bedroom $243K, 2-bedroom $339K, 3-bedroom $467K, and 4+ bedroom $694K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Brevard is 33%, producing RevPAR of $72 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Brevard?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Brevard. Brevard: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Some enforcement through complaints.
Hendersonville: Moderate. Business license and zoning permit required, occupancy limits enforced. Complaint-driven enforcement.
Asheville: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate for homestays, strict density caps in residential zones, whole-home rentals largely banned in most areas. Active enforcement with significant fines and revocations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Brevard Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Brevard Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 15%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Brevard?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Brevard?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (98%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Ev Charger (+39%), Air Conditioning (+36%), Washing Machine (+34%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Brevard is $270, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Brevard book an average of 37 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 47 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 56% 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.Hendersonville Outskirts, Etowah & Zirconia	$34.2K 105 listings	9.6% 105 listings
2.Pisgah Forest & North Transylvania	$37.8K 134 listings	9.0% 134 listings
3.Flat Rock & East Henderson	$37.5K 30 listings	8.5% 30 listings
4.Brevard Surroundings & Southern Transylvania	$33.6K 250 listings	8.4% 250 listings
5.Tryon & Columbus	$29.0K 54 listings	8.4% 54 listings
6.Brevard City	$33.2K 144 listings	8.3% 144 listings
7.Saluda & Green River Country	$32.9K 51 listings	7.5% 51 listings
8.Lake Toxaway	$46.1K 34 listings	5.9% 34 listings
9.Sapphire	$40.4K 88 listings	5.1% 88 listings