Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Chillicothe?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Chillicothe market averaged 1,267 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 17% from a year earlier and up 94% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Chillicothe?

Accepted Answer

An average Chillicothe listing earns $60K/year. High-performing listings earn $116K, while low-performing listings earn $28K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Chillicothe home prices by size are 1-bedroom $122K, 2-bedroom $162K, 3-bedroom $244K, and 4+ bedroom $306K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Chillicothe is 37%, producing RevPAR of $128 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Chillicothe?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Chillicothe. Chillicothe: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general zoning and business rules. Minimal enforcement.
Athens: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business registration may apply. Limited enforcement; hosts operate freely.
Portsmouth: Lenient. No specific STR regulations identified. General business licensing and zoning apply. Minimal active enforcement of rentals. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Chillicothe Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Chillicothe Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 4%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Chillicothe?

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 Chillicothe?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%), TV (78%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+57%), Pool (+41%), Ev Charger (+35%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Chillicothe is $347, up 12% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Chillicothe book an average of 37 days in advance, down 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 34 days for 2-bedroom listings to 50 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 114% 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.Southern Hocking Hills Country	$60.8K 49 listings	24.4% 49 listings
2.Jackson and Jackson County Country	$24.1K 20 listings	18.3% 20 listings
3.Chillicothe and Ross County Country	$34.6K 55 listings	17.4% 55 listings
4.Western Hocking Hills Country	$51.5K 85 listings	15.7% 85 listings