Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fayetteville?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fayetteville market averaged 3,738 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 31% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fayetteville?

Accepted Answer

An average Fayetteville listing earns $34K/year. High-performing listings earn $70K, while low-performing listings earn $12K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Fayetteville home prices by size are 1-bedroom $309K, 2-bedroom $233K, 3-bedroom $305K, and 4+ bedroom $428K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Fayetteville is 33%, producing RevPAR of $73 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Fayetteville?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Fayetteville. Fayetteville: Moderate. Business license required, zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven action.
Bentonville: Lenient. Business license needed, basic zoning rules. Light enforcement, many operate without issues.
Rogers: Lenient. Business license required, minimal restrictions. Limited enforcement, compliance varies.
Eureka Springs: Lenient. Business license and sales tax permit required. Light enforcement despite being tourism-focused, hosts generally operate freely. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Fayetteville Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Fayetteville Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% 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 Fayetteville?

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 Fayetteville?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+55%), Washing Machine (+40%), Lake Access (+32%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Fayetteville is $242, up 18% 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 Fayetteville?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Fayetteville book an average of 33 days in advance. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 41 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 67% 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.Fort Smith Area	$20.5K 64 listings	13.2% 64 listings
2.Springdale Area	$35.4K 116 listings	11.3% 116 listings
3.Beaver Lake & East Benton County	$46.6K 142 listings	11.3% 142 listings
4.Central Fayetteville	$38.3K 229 listings	11.3% 229 listings
5.Siloam Springs & Gentry Countryside	$28.9K 35 listings	11.2% 35 listings
6.North Fayetteville	$46.5K 61 listings	10.3% 61 listings
7.West Fayetteville	$35.3K 69 listings	10.3% 69 listings
8.Northern Beaver Lake Country	$39.7K 50 listings	8.9% 50 listings
9.Rogers Area	$29.4K 102 listings	8.5% 102 listings
10.East Bella Vista	$26.8K 165 listings	8.5% 165 listings
11.West Bella Vista	$26.6K 182 listings	8.0% 182 listings
12.Bentonville	$36.1K 440 listings	7.5% 440 listings
13.Centerton & West Benton County	$27.5K 28 listings	7.3% 28 listings