Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Crested Butte market averaged 1,842 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 18% from a year earlier and up 29% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

An average Crested Butte listing earns $42K/year. High-performing listings earn $81K, while low-performing listings earn $20K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Crested Butte home prices by size are 1-bedroom $294K, 2-bedroom $437K, 3-bedroom $493K, and 4+ bedroom $608K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Crested Butte is 28%, producing RevPAR of $95 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Crested Butte. Crested Butte: Strict. License required, 30-day minimum stay in residential zones, density caps by neighborhood. Active enforcement with violations pursued.
Gunnison: Moderate. Business license and sales tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules. Moderate enforcement, complaints investigated.
Aspen: Strict. Special development permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory for most zones, 60-day annual rental cap in residential areas. Active enforcement with significant fines and permit revocations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Crested Butte Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Crested Butte Airbnb and VRBO market is becoming more competitive. Supply has grown 18% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%, suggesting supply is outpacing demand.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and March; it is lowest in April and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Crested Butte?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), Heating (93%), Kitchen (93%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+87%), Washing Machine (+68%), Parking (+40%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Crested Butte is $386, up 11% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Crested Butte book an average of 43 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 36 days for 1-bedroom listings to 55 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 42% 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.Delta Country	$29.9K 22 listings	8.8% 22 listings
2.Mount Crested Butte	$38.7K 302 listings	7.4% 302 listings
3.Cedaredge Country	$32.1K 22 listings	6.5% 22 listings
4.Crested Butte	$59.5K 114 listings	5.2% 114 listings
5.Crested Butte South Country	$50.5K 33 listings	4.9% 33 listings
6.Lower East River Country	$52.8K 28 listings	4.5% 28 listings
7.Upper East River Country	$56.7K 40 listings	4.3% 40 listings