How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Cape Coral?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Cape Coral market averaged 11,581 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 16% from a year earlier and up 60% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Cape Coral?

An average Cape Coral listing earns $36K/year. High-performing listings earn $111K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

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

Median Cape Coral home prices by size are 1-bedroom $131K, 2-bedroom $237K, 3-bedroom $348K, and 4+ bedroom $453K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Cape Coral?

Average occupancy in Cape Coral is 30%, producing RevPAR of $81 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Cape Coral?

Rules vary across Cape Coral. Cape Coral: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning compliance needed, no owner-occupancy rules. Enforcement exists but not aggressive; many operate without full compliance. Fort Myers: Moderate. Business tax receipt and state registration required, zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement with occasional crackdowns on unlicensed operators. Fort Myers Beach: Strict. Business tax receipt, state license, zoning compliance mandatory. Active enforcement due to resident complaints and limited housing stock. Regular inspections and fines issued. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Cape Coral Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Cape Coral Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cape Coral?

RevPAR is highest in March and February; it is lowest in October and September.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Cape Coral?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), TV (99%), Kitchen (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+31%), Pool (+18%), Bbq (+16%).

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

Average daily rate in Cape Coral is $352, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in October.

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

Guests in Cape Coral book an average of 49 days in advance, up 20% from last year. Booking windows range from 37 days for 1-bedroom listings to 53 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 17% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

Cape Coral, FL

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Annual revenue (actual)

$46.5k

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

38%

12 mo avg

↓5%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$315

12 mo avg

↑10%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

9.3%

Current potential

↑0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

48 days

12 mo avg

↑8 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$104

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Cape Coral Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Cape Coral, FL

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
Central & East Fort Myers	$26.1K 86 listings	17.1% 86 listings
Eastern Caloosahatchee — Shores, Buckingham & Alva	$33.9K 38 listings	14.7% 38 listings
Estero & Eastern Surroundings	$68.1K 13 listings	12.5% 13 listings
Lovers Key & Big Hickory	$38.6K 35 listings	12.5% 35 listings
Burnt Store Corridor	$31.8K 12 listings	12.0% 12 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

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