Davenport

As of May 2026, Santa Cruz, San Jose, Capitola have 107 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Davenport generates $44K per year. High-performing properties earn $100K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. The substantial variance between top and bottom earners suggests that revenue potential is highly polarized, likely driven by specific property attributes rather than market-wide demand.

Average home prices in Davenport vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $591K, 2-bedroom homes average $906K, 3-bedroom properties are around $1.3M, and 4+ bedroom homes average $0. These prices reflect median home values across the Santa Cruz, San Jose, Capitola area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Davenport, with an average gross yield of 4% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 10%, which is considered good for short-term rental investment. This yield spread indicates that while the broader market faces revenue contraction, top-tier assets maintain distinct financial resiliency.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Davenport is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $302, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $81 per day.

2-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Davenport, with an average gross yield of 7% and annual revenue of $58K. These properties balance purchase price ($906K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Davenport market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Davenport area. Santa Cruz: Strict. Hosted-only STRs allowed, owner-occupancy required, max 2 bedrooms, annual permit needed. Active enforcement with significant fines and compliance checks. San Jose: Strict. Primary residence only, 180-day cap, registration required, density limits by neighborhood. Active enforcement with complaint-driven investigations and penalties. Capitola: Strict. Owner-occupied only, annual permit required, max 2 rooms, strict caps on total permits citywide. Active enforcement in small beach town with waiting lists. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Davenport Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 9%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics where the reduction in available inventory is closely tracking the softening in overall market revenue.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -19% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Davenport listings include: Kitchen (92%), Heating (79%), Tv (71%), Balcony (69%), Pets Allowed (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Gym, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Gym properties earning approximately 57% more ($98K/year vs $63K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Davenport over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $3K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $2K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $3K, April: $3K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Davenport is $302, up 23% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $253/night, 2-bedroom properties average $357/night, 3-bedroom properties average $369/night. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

Guests in Davenport book an average of 32 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 30 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply declined 14%, revenue decreased 9%, occupancy fell 6%, nightly rates rose 23%, and lead time dropped 19%. These metrics highlight a market shift toward higher pricing strategies amidst tightening supply, suggesting that remaining hosts are prioritizing rate optimization over higher occupancy levels.

In Davenport, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 66% higher occupancy than weekdays.