Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fayette?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fayette market averaged 1,442 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 11% from a year earlier and up 69% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fayette?

Accepted Answer

An average Fayette listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $69K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Fayette home prices by size are 1-bedroom $104K, 2-bedroom $121K, 3-bedroom $196K, and 4+ bedroom $240K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Fayette is 31%, producing RevPAR of $76 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Fayette?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Fayette. Fayetteville: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
New River Gorge: Lenient. Unincorporated national park area with no STR-specific regulations. County rules vary by location. Very light enforcement.
Beckley: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license and tax registration required. Zoning compliance expected but enforcement is minimal. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Fayette Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Fayette Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fayette?

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 Fayette?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (98%), Internet (97%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+37%), Hot Tub (+36%), Internet (+30%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Fayette is $259, up 17% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in November.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Fayette book an average of 38 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 33 days for 1-bedroom listings to 46 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 87% 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.Summersville & Nicholas County	$34.5K 91 listings	21.0% 91 listings
2.Fayetteville & New River Gorge	$33.3K 241 listings	18.2% 241 listings
3.Hinton & Summers County	$22.6K 23 listings	17.6% 23 listings
4.Beckley & Raleigh County	$24.6K 58 listings	16.6% 58 listings
5.Lewisburg & Greenbrier Valley	$29.2K 60 listings	14.1% 60 listings