Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Chattanooga?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Chattanooga market averaged 3,006 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 32% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Chattanooga?

Accepted Answer

An average Chattanooga listing earns $40K/year. High-performing listings earn $74K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Chattanooga home prices by size are 1-bedroom $242K, 2-bedroom $233K, 3-bedroom $320K, and 4+ bedroom $404K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Chattanooga is 38%, producing RevPAR of $86 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Chattanooga?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Chattanooga. Chattanooga: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven action.
Gatlinburg: Lenient. Business license and sales tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules or caps. Light enforcement, tourist-friendly approach.
Pigeon Forge: Lenient. Business license and resort tax registration needed. No occupancy restrictions or density limits. Minimal enforcement, STRs encouraged for tourism economy. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Chattanooga Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Chattanooga Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 12%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Chattanooga?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Chattanooga?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), Parking (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+54%), Internet (+52%), Pool (+37%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Chattanooga is $244, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Chattanooga book an average of 35 days in advance, down 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 45 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 69% 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.Trenton & Northern Dade Valley	$48.5K 36 listings	20.4% 36 listings
2.Whitwell Countryside	$53.1K 25 listings	20.0% 25 listings
3.Rossville Area	$33.2K 69 listings	14.9% 69 listings
4.East Chattanooga	$38.4K 71 listings	14.8% 71 listings
5.Dunlap Countryside	$36.4K 21 listings	13.3% 21 listings
6.Lookout Valley & Southern River Gorge	$36.4K 117 listings	12.9% 117 listings
7.Spring City & Western Watts Bar Shore	$48.1K 20 listings	12.0% 20 listings
8.Soddy-Daisy Area	$41.0K 35 listings	11.4% 35 listings
9.North Chattanooga	$40.6K 88 listings	10.8% 88 listings
10.Lookout Mountain	$49.5K 21 listings	10.1% 21 listings
11.Red Bank & Hixson	$32.8K 37 listings	9.8% 37 listings
12.Northern Tennessee River Gorge	$27.5K 48 listings	9.3% 48 listings
13.St. Elmo Area	$31.6K 55 listings	9.1% 55 listings
14.Downtown Chattanooga	$25.9K 30 listings	8.9% 30 listings
15.Ringgold Area	$27.0K 23 listings	8.8% 23 listings
16.Cleveland Area	$26.4K 76 listings	8.6% 76 listings
17.Southside Area	$37.1K 102 listings	8.5% 102 listings
18.Central Lookout Mountain	$31.1K 29 listings	8.0% 29 listings
19.Ooltewah & Collegedale	$32.4K 36 listings	8.0% 36 listings