Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Durango?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Durango market averaged 1,952 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 35% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Durango?

Accepted Answer

An average Durango listing earns $41K/year. High-performing listings earn $77K, while low-performing listings earn $19K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Durango home prices by size are 1-bedroom $345K, 2-bedroom $453K, 3-bedroom $566K, and 4+ bedroom $650K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Durango is 29%, producing RevPAR of $91 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Durango?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Durango. Durango: Strict. License required, 3% cap on dwelling units, lottery system for new permits, owner-occupancy required in residential zones. Active enforcement with compliance checks and fines.
Telluride: Strict. License required, 800-unit cap reached, owner must live in San Miguel County 60+ days/year. Waitlist system, active enforcement.
Silverton: Lenient. Business license required, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement, small town approach.
Pagosa Springs: Moderate. License required, sales tax collection, some zone restrictions. Moderate enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Durango Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Durango Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 3%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Durango?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and December; it is lowest in April and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Durango?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), Kitchen (96%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+47%), TV (+38%), Hot Tub (+22%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Durango is $357, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Durango book an average of 44 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 37 days for 1-bedroom listings to 54 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 29% 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.Cortez & Western Country	$30.8K 93 listings	9.5% 93 listings
2.Purgatory & North Animas	$52.1K 292 listings	8.1% 292 listings
3.Durango Country	$48.0K 362 listings	7.6% 362 listings
4.Dolores Country	$30.9K 53 listings	7.1% 53 listings
5.Mancos Country	$29.4K 43 listings	6.3% 43 listings
6.Silverton & San Juan Mountains	$37.7K 32 listings	5.4% 32 listings