Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Davenport?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Davenport market averaged 445 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 185% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Davenport?

Accepted Answer

An average Davenport listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $46K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Davenport home prices by size are 1-bedroom $85K, 2-bedroom $160K, 3-bedroom $226K, and 4+ bedroom $298K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Davenport is 37%, producing RevPAR of $50 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Davenport?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Davenport. Davenport: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or licensing requirements. Operates under general zoning and business rules. Minimal enforcement.
Moline: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Must comply with basic zoning and obtain business license. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely.
Rock Island: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Some residential zones restrict STRs. Moderate enforcement through complaint-based system. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Davenport Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Davenport Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Davenport?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Davenport?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), Parking (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+37%), Parking (+36%), Bbq (+13%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Davenport is $181, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in August and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Davenport book an average of 30 days in advance, up 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 37 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 61% 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.Moline Area	$25.8K 25 listings	24.5% 25 listings
2.Central Davenport Neighborhoods	$26.8K 23 listings	18.1% 23 listings
3.East Moline and Northern Illinois River Towns	$27.0K 22 listings	15.9% 22 listings
4.Northern and Outer Davenport	$27.9K 43 listings	14.6% 43 listings
5.Bettendorf Area	$28.3K 55 listings	12.8% 55 listings
6.Scott County Countryside	$32.8K 21 listings	9.5% 21 listings