Chattahoochee-oconee National Forest, GA
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Overview
Annual Rev
$40.7k
12 mo avg
↑4%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 3•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 $2••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
36 days
12 mo avg
↓6 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
$99
12 mo avg
↓5%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Chattahoochee-oconee National Forest market data as of May 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Avg. Zestimate
Gross yield
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV Charger | 260 (6%) | +$28,267 (+51%) | $83,922 | $55,655 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
2 bedrooms (4.8 nights)
3 bedrooms (4.5 nights)
4+ bedrooms (4.3 nights)
1 bedroom (3.9 nights)
Studio (3.5 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms ($287)
3 bedrooms ($182)
2 bedrooms ($131)
1 bedroom ($87)
Studio ($60)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (75%)
Independent hosts (25%)
As of May 2026, Helen, Dahlonega, Blue Ridge, Ellijay have 7,389 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 5% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest generates $46K per year. High-performing properties earn $96K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. The wide variance suggests that revenue potential is heavily skewed by specific property features or operational strategies rather than general market baseline performance.
Average home prices in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $230K, 2-bedroom homes average $317K, 3-bedroom properties are around $390K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $542K. These prices reflect median home values across the Helen, Dahlonega, Blue Ridge, Ellijay area.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, with an average gross yield of 14% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 29%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This yield spread highlights that top-tier assets are significantly outperforming the market average despite current revenue headwinds.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $300, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $93 per day.
1-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, with an average gross yield of 12% and annual revenue of $28K. These properties balance purchase price ($230K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest market.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest area. Helen: Lenient. Business license required, no owner-occupancy rules. Light enforcement, many operate informally. Dahlonega: Lenient. Business license needed, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement in practice. Blue Ridge: Moderate. Business license and excise tax required, zoning compliance. Moderate enforcement with some crackdowns. Ellijay: Lenient. Business license required, no density limits. Minimal enforcement, self-regulation common. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in RevPAR relative to modest supply growth suggests the market is absorbing new inventory with downward pressure on per-unit earnings.
Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak fall season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 30% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-September) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (95%), Washing Machine (89%), Tv (77%), Balcony (71%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Ev Charger, Hot Tub, Pool, with Ev Charger properties earning approximately 47% more ($81K/year vs $55K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $4K, August: $2K, September: $2K, October: $4K, November: $4K, December: $4K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $3K, 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 Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is $300, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $189/night, 2-bedroom properties average $219/night, 3-bedroom properties average $289/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $485/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.
Guests in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest book an average of 36 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 36 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 Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 5%, revenue per listing decreased 13%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics signal a shift toward shorter booking windows and lower utilization, forcing owners to rely on higher rates to maintain profitability.
In Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 84% higher occupancy than weekdays.