Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Dothan?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Dothan market averaged 457 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 20% from a year earlier and up 201% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Dothan?

Accepted Answer

An average Dothan listing earns $21K/year. High-performing listings earn $40K, while low-performing listings earn $7K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Dothan home prices by size are 2-bedroom $103K, 3-bedroom $190K, and 4+ bedroom $314K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Dothan is 35%, producing RevPAR of $43 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Dothan?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Dothan. Dothan: Lenient. Business license required, no owner-occupancy rules or density caps. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely.
Panama City Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt and tourist development tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules but zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement focused on tax collection.
Tallahassee: Lenient. Business tax receipt required, must follow zoning. No owner-occupancy requirements or rental caps. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Dothan Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Dothan Airbnb and VRBO market shows signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 20% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 4%, suggesting supply is outpacing demand.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Dothan?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Dothan?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), TV (98%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+56%), TV (+40%), Lake Access (+34%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Dothan is $157, up 14% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Dothan book an average of 25 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 24 days for 1-bedroom listings to 29 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 31% 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.Greater Dothan	$26.7K 68 listings	13.8% 68 listings
2.Greater Enterprise	$25.6K 76 listings	12.9% 76 listings