How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Columbus?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Columbus market averaged 4,788 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 54% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Columbus?

An average Columbus listing earns $48K/year. High-performing listings earn $102K, while low-performing listings earn $18K.

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

Median Columbus home prices by size are 1-bedroom $148K, 2-bedroom $223K, 3-bedroom $305K, and 4+ bedroom $394K.

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

Average occupancy in Columbus is 40%, producing RevPAR of $105 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Columbus?

Rules vary across Columbus. Columbus: Moderate. Business registration required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Some neighborhood restrictions. Moderate enforcement through complaints. Hocking Hills: Lenient. No specific STR regulations in unincorporated areas. County permits for septic/building only. Minimal enforcement, many operate freely. Athens: Moderate. Registration required, safety standards, occupancy limits. Owner-occupancy not required. Complaint-driven enforcement. Granville: Strict. Village approval needed, residential character preservation prioritized. Limited STRs allowed. Active community oversight and enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Columbus Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Columbus Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 21%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Columbus?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Columbus?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Heating (99%), Kitchen (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+54%), Air Conditioning (+45%), Hot Tub (+44%).

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

Average daily rate in Columbus is $277, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Columbus book an average of 34 days in advance, up 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 75% 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.

Columbus, OH

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Annual revenue (actual)

$49.8k

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

46%

12 mo avg

↓0%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$241

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

13.5%

Current potential

↓0.0 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

34 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$107

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

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Columbus Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Columbus, OH market

Compare 19 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Columbus, 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.Nelsonville and Burr Oak Country	$27.6K 40 listings	24.1% 40 listings
2.Southern Hocking Hills	$58.0K 136 listings	20.4% 136 listings
3.Lancaster and Fairfield County	$37.9K 60 listings	16.5% 60 listings
4.Zanesville and Muskingum County	$24.0K 25 listings	16.5% 25 listings
5.Logan and North Hocking Hills	$46.5K 372 listings	16.4% 372 listings
6.Marietta and Ohio River Country	$28.9K 22 listings	15.1% 22 listings
7.Athens and Southern Athens County	$31.3K 56 listings	13.9% 56 listings
8.West and Northwest Columbus	$46.4K 101 listings	13.7% 101 listings
9.Gahanna and Eastern Metro	$47.1K 93 listings	13.7% 93 listings
10.East Columbus and Airport	$40.9K 41 listings	13.6% 41 listings
11.Downtown and Central Columbus	$36.3K 615 listings	13.0% 615 listings
12.Dublin and Northwest Metro	$55.5K 31 listings	12.7% 31 listings
13.South Columbus	$30.9K 69 listings	12.6% 69 listings
14.Newark and Granville	$32.5K 60 listings	12.6% 60 listings
15.Delaware and Northern Country	$50.3K 25 listings	12.0% 25 listings
16.Ohio State and North Columbus	$37.2K 300 listings	11.7% 300 listings
17.Westerville and North Metro	$37.8K 71 listings	11.5% 71 listings
18.Buckeye Lake	$36.8K 87 listings	10.8% 87 listings
19.Grove City and Southwest Metro	$31.4K 20 listings	10.5% 20 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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