How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Destin?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Destin market averaged 17,389 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 18% from a year earlier and up 41% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Destin?

An average Destin listing earns $73K/year. High-performing listings earn $130K, while low-performing listings earn $32K.

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

Median Destin home prices by size are 1-bedroom $360K, 2-bedroom $522K, 3-bedroom $738K, and 4+ bedroom $2.0M.

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

Average occupancy in Destin is 39%, producing RevPAR of $157 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Destin?

Rules vary across Destin. Destin: Moderate. Business tax receipt and state registration required, zoning compliance. Standard enforcement with complaint-based inspections. Miramar Beach: Moderate. Walton County business tax receipt and state registration required. No owner-occupancy rules. Enforcement primarily complaint-driven. Santa Rosa Beach: Moderate. Walton County business tax receipt and state registration mandatory. No density caps or owner-occupancy requirements. Complaint-based enforcement, relatively permissive environment. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Destin Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Destin Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 18% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Destin?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Destin?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), TV (97%), Kitchen (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+42%), Bbq (+26%), Pets Allowed (+22%).

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

Average daily rate in Destin is $394, up 14% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Destin book an average of 57 days in advance, up 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 46 days for 1-bedroom listings to 66 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 16% 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.

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Annual revenue (actual)

$78.3k

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

42%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$374

12 mo avg

↑20%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.5%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

59 days

12 mo avg

↑6 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$161

12 mo avg

↑28%

from prior 12 mo

Destin Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Destin, FL

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
Holiday Isle & Gulf-front Destin	$70.6K 3,181 listings	13.4% 3,181 listings
Central Destin & Indian Bayou	$64.5K 1,077 listings	10.8% 1,077 listings
Sandestin & Baytowne	$61.6K 2,373 listings	10.5% 2,373 listings
Miramar Beach & Seascape	$58.2K 3,488 listings	9.6% 3,488 listings
Crystal Beach & Kelly Plantation	$62.3K 1,351 listings	8.9% 1,351 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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