How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Dallas?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Dallas market averaged 15,088 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 25% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Dallas?

An average Dallas listing earns $39K/year. High-performing listings earn $85K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

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

Median Dallas home prices by size are 1-bedroom $143K, 2-bedroom $221K, 3-bedroom $306K, and 4+ bedroom $407K.

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

Average occupancy in Dallas is 37%, producing RevPAR of $85 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Dallas?

Rules vary across Dallas. Dallas: Moderate. STR permit required, zoning restrictions apply, some areas prohibited. Registration enforced but many operate without permits. Fort Worth: Lenient. Business license and registration required. Minimal enforcement, many unlicensed operators. Arlington: Lenient. No specific STR regulations beyond general business licensing. Light oversight. Plano: Moderate. STR permit mandatory, owner-occupancy required for Type A (primary residence). Moderate enforcement through complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Dallas Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Dallas Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dallas?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Dallas?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+60%), Washing Machine (+53%), Pool (+38%).

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

Average daily rate in Dallas is $263, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Dallas book an average of 27 days in advance. Booking windows range from 23 days for 1-bedroom listings to 32 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 52% 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.

Dallas, TX

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Annual revenue (actual)

$40.5k

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

43%

12 mo avg

↓2%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$224

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.1%

Current potential

↑0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

28 days

12 mo avg

↓0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$88

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

Dallas Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Dallas, TX

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
The Cedars	$39.5K 54 listings	26.4% 54 listings
Lake Highlands	$37.9K 87 listings	20.6% 87 listings
Arlington	$34.7K 310 listings	17.3% 310 listings
West Dallas	$56.9K 75 listings	17.0% 75 listings
South Dallas & Pleasant Grove	$33.3K 80 listings	16.8% 80 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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