Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Eureka?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Eureka market averaged 1,670 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 10% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Eureka?

Accepted Answer

An average Eureka listing earns $46K/year. High-performing listings earn $90K, while low-performing listings earn $19K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Eureka home prices by size are 1-bedroom $272K, 2-bedroom $341K, 3-bedroom $461K, and 4+ bedroom $536K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Eureka is 39%, producing RevPAR of $97 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Eureka?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Eureka. Eureka: Moderate. Permit required, business license, TOT collection. Owner-occupancy required for residential zones. Complaint-driven enforcement, some unpermitted operations exist.
Arcata: Strict. Conditional use permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 30-day minimum rentals in most zones. Active enforcement with citations and fines.
Trinidad: Lenient. Business license and TOT required. No owner-occupancy rule. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-based.
Redding: Lenient. Business license and TOT collection required. No caps or owner-occupancy rules. Minimal proactive enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Eureka Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Eureka Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Eureka?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Eureka?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (96%), Kitchen (96%), Heating (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+38%), Washing Machine (+33%), Bbq (+31%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Eureka is $273, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Eureka book an average of 41 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 37 days for 1-bedroom listings to 48 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 33% 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.Trinidad & Westhaven	$79.2K 82 listings	11.9% 82 listings
2.Shelter Cove	$43.7K 25 listings	11.7% 25 listings
3.Eureka	$35.2K 126 listings	10.8% 126 listings
4.McKinleyville	$43.2K 67 listings	10.5% 67 listings
5.Ferndale & Fortuna	$47.1K 27 listings	10.0% 27 listings
6.Arcata	$37.2K 100 listings	8.3% 100 listings