Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Buena Vista market averaged 1,307 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 13% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

An average Buena Vista listing earns $44K/year. High-performing listings earn $83K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Buena Vista home prices by size are 1-bedroom $438K, 2-bedroom $435K, 3-bedroom $539K, and 4+ bedroom $886K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Buena Vista is 35%, producing RevPAR of $95 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Buena Vista. Buena Vista: Lenient. Business license required, sales tax collection. Minimal enforcement, many unlicensed operators.
Salida: Moderate. Business license and sales tax required. Some enforcement through complaints.
Aspen: Strict. Lodge permit required, owner-occupancy mandate, 30-day minimum stay in most zones. Active enforcement with significant fines.
Crested Butte: Strict. Business license required, density caps by zone, owner-occupancy rules. Active enforcement through complaints and monitoring. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Buena Vista Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Buena Vista Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in April and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Buena Vista?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), Kitchen (97%), Heating (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+53%), Bbq (+38%), TV (+29%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Buena Vista is $307, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Buena Vista book an average of 42 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 39 days for 1-bedroom listings to 48 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 66% 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.Crestone Country	$27.6K 71 listings	8.6% 71 listings
2.Salida Area	$40.3K 289 listings	6.2% 289 listings
3.Buena Vista Area	$40.3K 278 listings	6.2% 278 listings