Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fort Collins market averaged 1,005 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 2% from a year earlier.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

An average Fort Collins listing earns $48K/year. High-performing listings earn $83K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Fort Collins home prices by size are 1-bedroom $307K, 2-bedroom $375K, 3-bedroom $484K, and 4+ bedroom $565K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Fort Collins is 42%, producing RevPAR of $97 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Fort Collins. Fort Collins: Moderate. License required, zoning restrictions, 30-day minimum in residential zones. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven investigations.
Estes Park: Lenient. Sales tax license required, no occupancy rules. Light enforcement, tourism-friendly market.
Loveland: Moderate. Business license and sales tax registration required, zoning compliance needed. Moderate enforcement, mostly complaint-based.
Greeley: Lenient. Business license and lodging tax required, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement in practice. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Fort Collins Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Fort Collins Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 19%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fort Collins?

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 Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Heating (98%), Internet (98%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+58%), TV (+57%), Heating (+55%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Fort Collins is $268, up 26% 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 Fort Collins?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Fort Collins book an average of 36 days in advance. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 50% 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.North Fort Collins	$49.5K 260 listings	10.4% 260 listings
2.Central and East Loveland	$40.9K 115 listings	9.7% 115 listings
3.Fort Collins Outskirts	$46.3K 31 listings	9.5% 31 listings
4.West Loveland	$41.2K 111 listings	9.4% 111 listings
5.South Fort Collins	$37.6K 130 listings	8.9% 130 listings
6.Windsor Corridor	$40.9K 46 listings	8.2% 46 listings
7.Greeley	$29.9K 75 listings	8.1% 75 listings
8.Johnstown and Eastern Weld Country	$34.8K 26 listings	8.0% 26 listings