How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Cincinnati?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Cincinnati market averaged 2,752 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 28% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Cincinnati?

An average Cincinnati listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $67K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

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

Median Cincinnati home prices by size are 1-bedroom $133K, 2-bedroom $201K, 3-bedroom $288K, and 4+ bedroom $377K.

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

Average occupancy in Cincinnati is 40%, producing RevPAR of $74 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Cincinnati?

Rules vary across Cincinnati. Cincinnati: Lenient. No city-specific STR regulations. State and county rules apply. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Dayton: Lenient. Business registration required, zoning compliance needed. Light enforcement, many operate without permits. Columbus: Moderate. Registration required, safety inspections, occupancy limits. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action. Lexington: Moderate. Conditional use permit needed, owner-occupancy required for some zones, 180-day cap for non-owner-occupied. Moderate enforcement through complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Cincinnati Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Cincinnati Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cincinnati?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Cincinnati?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%), TV (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+35%), Bbq (+29%), Pool (+19%).

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

Average daily rate in Cincinnati is $213, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Cincinnati book an average of 32 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 44 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 65% 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.

Cincinnati, OH

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Annual revenue (actual)

$34.8k

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

44%

12 mo avg

↓2%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$188

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.3%

Current potential

↓0.0 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

32 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$73

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

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Cincinnati Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Cincinnati, OH market

Compare 16 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Cincinnati, OH rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

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
1.West Cincinnati	$29.9K 64 listings	22.5% 64 listings
2.Adams County	$26.4K 30 listings	17.1% 30 listings
3.Covington & Kenton Riverfront	$31.7K 146 listings	17.0% 146 listings
4.Northside & College Hill	$27.0K 35 listings	15.4% 35 listings
5.Blanchester, Hillsboro & Highland County	$32.5K 27 listings	15.0% 27 listings
6.East Cincinnati & Norwood	$37.9K 260 listings	14.1% 260 listings
7.Kenton County South	$47.5K 28 listings	13.6% 28 listings
8.Reading & Northeast Cincinnati	$32.1K 40 listings	13.4% 40 listings
9.Clermont County	$36.9K 21 listings	13.0% 21 listings
10.Uptown & Clifton	$28.7K 68 listings	13.0% 68 listings
11.Florence & Boone County	$46.8K 69 listings	12.9% 69 listings
12.Anderson & Southeast Cincinnati	$30.9K 47 listings	12.8% 47 listings
13.Southeast Indiana	$37.0K 21 listings	12.3% 21 listings
14.Newport & Campbell Riverfront	$28.9K 37 listings	11.5% 37 listings
15.Loveland & Milford	$32.2K 63 listings	9.8% 63 listings
16.Downtown & Over-the-Rhine	$28.2K 437 listings	8.9% 437 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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