Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Daytona Beach market averaged 8,232 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 33% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

An average Daytona Beach listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $83K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Daytona Beach home prices by size are 1-bedroom $167K, 2-bedroom $242K, 3-bedroom $332K, and 4+ bedroom $454K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Daytona Beach is 33%, producing RevPAR of $78 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Daytona Beach. Daytona Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt and state registration required. No owner-occupancy mandate. Zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven action.
Ormond Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt and conditional use permit required in residential zones. No density caps. Enforcement is moderate, primarily complaint-based.
New Smyrna Beach: Strict. Conditional use permit required, limited to specific zones. Owner-occupancy preferred in residential areas. Active enforcement with regular inspections and violation notices. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Daytona Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Daytona Beach Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 14%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and July; it is lowest in November and October.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Daytona Beach?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), TV (99%), Kitchen (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+36%), Hot Tub (+24%), Bicycles (+16%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Daytona Beach is $284, up 15% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Daytona Beach book an average of 45 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 36 days for 1-bedroom listings to 52 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 36% 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.Daytona Beachside	$41.2K 803 listings	17.8% 803 listings
2.Hammock & North Flagler Coast	$53.8K 304 listings	14.4% 304 listings
3.Mainland Daytona & Holly Hill	$26.2K 71 listings	13.6% 71 listings
4.Crescent City & St. Johns River	$26.1K 55 listings	12.6% 55 listings
5.Daytona Beach Shores	$41.2K 482 listings	12.6% 482 listings
6.Flagler Beach	$40.2K 188 listings	12.0% 188 listings
7.Ormond Beach & Ormond-by-the-Sea	$34.7K 292 listings	11.6% 292 listings
8.Port Orange & Ponce Inlet	$35.8K 230 listings	11.3% 230 listings
9.Palm Coast & Inland Flagler	$38.3K 408 listings	10.8% 408 listings
10.Mainland New Smyrna & Edgewater	$28.5K 90 listings	10.3% 90 listings
11.Astor & North Volusia Lakes	$28.8K 26 listings	8.7% 26 listings
12.New Smyrna Beachside	$38.3K 1,270 listings	8.0% 1,270 listings