Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Crossville?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Crossville market averaged 1,626 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 2% from a year earlier and up 42% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Crossville?

Accepted Answer

An average Crossville listing earns $26K/year. High-performing listings earn $59K, while low-performing listings earn $10K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Crossville home prices by size are 1-bedroom $140K, 2-bedroom $234K, 3-bedroom $302K, and 4+ bedroom $415K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Crossville is 30%, producing RevPAR of $53 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Crossville?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Crossville. Crossville: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under standard business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Cookeville: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license and tax collection required. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely.
Chattanooga: Moderate. Business license and STR permit required, safety inspections, occupancy limits. Some enforcement but many unlicensed operators exist. No owner-occupancy requirement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Crossville Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Crossville Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 20%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Crossville?

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 Crossville?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (98%), Heating (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+79%), Hot Tub (+54%), Bbq (+23%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Crossville is $220, up 22% 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 Crossville?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Crossville book an average of 34 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 43 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 67% 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.Smithville & Western Center Hill Approaches	$32.7K 36 listings	11.5% 36 listings
2.McMinnville, Rock Island & Western Countryside	$28.4K 25 listings	11.5% 25 listings
3.Crossville & Eastern Countryside	$34.6K 32 listings	11.0% 32 listings
4.Cookeville & Countryside	$25.6K 81 listings	10.4% 81 listings
5.Sparta & White County Countryside	$27.9K 26 listings	8.8% 26 listings
6.Fairfield Glade & Immediate Fringe	$21.7K 41 listings	8.2% 41 listings