Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Cadiz?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Cadiz market averaged 1,251 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 9% from a year earlier and up 55% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Cadiz?

Accepted Answer

An average Cadiz listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $53K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Cadiz home prices by size are 1-bedroom $77K, 2-bedroom $147K, 3-bedroom $230K, and 4+ bedroom $322K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Cadiz is 27%, producing RevPAR of $55 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Cadiz?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Cadiz. Nashville: Strict. Owner-occupancy required for non-owner-occupied STRs (NOOSTR permit), density caps by zone, annual permit mandatory. Active enforcement with significant fines and compliance checks.
Clarksville: Lenient. Business license required, basic zoning compliance. Minimal enforcement, many operate without permits.
Bowling Green: Moderate. Business license and safety inspections required, zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement through complaint-driven system. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Cadiz Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cadiz?

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 Cadiz?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (98%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+63%), Lake Access (+55%), Internet (+33%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Cadiz is $229, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Cadiz book an average of 31 days in advance, down 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 25 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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.Paducah and Purchase Countryside	$26.9K 81 listings	15.2% 81 listings
2.Murray and Kentucky Lake - Calloway County	$26.7K 54 listings	14.2% 54 listings
3.Lake Malone and Russellville	$28.5K 46 listings	13.4% 46 listings
4.Grand Rivers, Kuttawa and Eddyville	$30.8K 47 listings	13.4% 47 listings
5.Lake Barkley - Trigg and Stewart Counties	$31.1K 79 listings	12.7% 79 listings
6.Hopkinsville and Oak Grove	$23.1K 60 listings	12.6% 60 listings
7.Kentucky Lake - Marshall County	$33.8K 44 listings	11.9% 44 listings