Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Flagstaff?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Flagstaff market averaged 2,778 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 4% from a year earlier and up 12% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Flagstaff?

Accepted Answer

An average Flagstaff listing earns $46K/year. High-performing listings earn $92K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Flagstaff home prices by size are 1-bedroom $349K, 2-bedroom $433K, 3-bedroom $615K, and 4+ bedroom $823K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Flagstaff is 38%, producing RevPAR of $101 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Flagstaff?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Flagstaff. Flagstaff: Strict. Permits required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 2% residential property cap citywide. Active enforcement with significant fines and compliance monitoring.
Sedona: Moderate. Business license and tax certificate required, zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement exists but some unlicensed operators persist.
Williams: Lenient. Basic business license and sales tax permit needed. Minimal restrictions, light enforcement with limited monitoring of compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Flagstaff Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Flagstaff Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Flagstaff?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Flagstaff?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Heating (99%), Kitchen (98%), Internet (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+58%), Hot Tub (+43%), Bbq (+34%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Flagstaff is $285, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in December and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Flagstaff book an average of 41 days in advance, up 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 35 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 Flagstaff?

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 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.Grand Canyon Approach Country	$37.7K 146 listings	8.1% 146 listings
2.East Flagstaff	$35.1K 318 listings	7.3% 318 listings
3.Flagstaff Outlying Communities	$38.9K 171 listings	7.3% 171 listings
4.Central & West Flagstaff	$38.7K 656 listings	6.9% 656 listings
5.Williams	$33.6K 129 listings	6.8% 129 listings
6.Kachina Village & Mountainaire	$37.4K 170 listings	6.6% 170 listings