Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Dayton?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Dayton market averaged 2,158 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 72% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Dayton?

Accepted Answer

An average Dayton listing earns $34K/year. High-performing listings earn $62K, while low-performing listings earn $12K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Dayton home prices by size are 1-bedroom $99K, 2-bedroom $182K, 3-bedroom $268K, and 4+ bedroom $344K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Dayton is 39%, producing RevPAR of $71 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Dayton?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Dayton. Dayton: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Columbus: Moderate. Business registration required, safety inspections, owner must respond within 2 hours. No owner-occupancy rule. Moderate enforcement with complaint-based action.
Cincinnati: Moderate. Short-term rental permit required, safety standards, parking requirements. Owner-occupancy required for non-hosted rentals in some zones. Moderate enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Dayton Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Dayton Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 12%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dayton?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Dayton?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Air Conditioning (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Parking (+55%), Pool (+46%), Washing Machine (+38%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Dayton is $220, up 20% 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 Dayton?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Dayton book an average of 34 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 41 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 51% 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.Downtown and Inner Dayton	$27.5K 49 listings	34.4% 49 listings
2.South and East Dayton	$24.1K 108 listings	21.8% 108 listings
3.Liberty Township	$57.0K 27 listings	18.1% 27 listings
4.Fairborn and Bath Township	$21.7K 27 listings	17.9% 27 listings
5.North and West Indian Lake	$34.9K 37 listings	17.2% 37 listings
6.South and East Indian Lake	$35.1K 26 listings	17.0% 26 listings
7.Vandalia, Englewood and North Montgomery	$36.6K 32 listings	16.4% 32 listings
8.Trenton, Franklin and Springboro	$35.2K 47 listings	16.3% 47 listings
9.Clark County Country	$36.0K 23 listings	16.1% 23 listings
10.Huber Heights and Riverside	$33.9K 53 listings	15.4% 53 listings
11.Springfield City	$27.0K 24 listings	15.1% 24 listings
12.Clinton County Country	$36.3K 33 listings	14.6% 33 listings
13.Centerville, Miamisburg and South Montgomery	$30.8K 32 listings	14.5% 32 listings
14.Kettering	$29.2K 56 listings	14.4% 56 listings
15.Troy and Southern Miami County	$25.3K 27 listings	13.7% 27 listings
16.West Chester Township	$58.3K 26 listings	13.5% 26 listings
17.Beavercreek	$42.4K 28 listings	13.4% 28 listings
18.Celina and West Grand Lake	$30.4K 52 listings	13.3% 52 listings
19.Middletown and Monroe	$33.0K 44 listings	13.2% 44 listings
20.Mason City	$49.1K 33 listings	13.2% 33 listings
21.Fairfield and West Butler County	$30.0K 30 listings	13.1% 30 listings
22.Hamilton City	$29.7K 67 listings	12.6% 67 listings
23.South Lebanon, Kings Mills and Deerfield Township	$40.3K 41 listings	12.5% 41 listings
24.Wilmington City	$25.2K 50 listings	12.3% 50 listings
25.Oxford City	$29.5K 28 listings	11.6% 28 listings
26.Cedarville and Eastern Greene County	$28.8K 23 listings	11.4% 23 listings