Fort Lauderdale

As of May 2026, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach have 11,361 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 7% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Fort Lauderdale generates $58K per year. High-performing properties earn $134K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. The substantial variance between top and bottom tiers suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific execution rather than broad market trends, despite a slight contraction in total supply.

Average home prices in Fort Lauderdale vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $159K, 2-bedroom homes average $278K, 3-bedroom properties are around $515K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $728K. These prices reflect median home values across the Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Deerfield Beach area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Fort Lauderdale, with an average gross yield of 12% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 28%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide spread in yields highlights a market where top-tier assets are significantly outperforming the average as supply levels stabilize.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fort Lauderdale is 43%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $319, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $116 per day.

1-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Fort Lauderdale, with an average gross yield of 17% and annual revenue of $29K. These properties balance purchase price ($159K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Fort Lauderdale market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Fort Lauderdale area. Fort Lauderdale: Strict. Banned in most residential zones since 2014, only allowed in commercial/resort areas. Requires business tax receipt, zoning approval. Active code enforcement with fines, platform cooperation. Some illegal operations persist but risky. Hollywood: Strict. Prohibited in single-family zones, limited to certain multi-family/commercial areas. Business tax receipt required. Active enforcement, frequent violations cited. Operating illegally common but penalties enforced. Pompano Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning restrictions apply. Some residential areas prohibited. Enforcement present but less aggressive than Fort Lauderdale. Compliance varies. Deerfield Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt needed, zoning compliance required. Limited to specific zones. Moderate enforcement, some illegal operations exist with periodic crackdowns. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Fort Lauderdale Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 7%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized decline in supply and revenue suggests that the market is currently adjusting to shifting traveler demand without significant oversupply pressure.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 26% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-September) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Fort Lauderdale listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (94%), Washing Machine (81%), Tv (81%), Pool (60%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Hot Tub, with Pool properties earning approximately 68% more ($85K/year vs $51K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Fort Lauderdale over the last 12 months: May: $3K, June: $3K, July: $3K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $3K, December: $4K, January: $4K, February: $5K, March: $7K, April: $5K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Fort Lauderdale is $319, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $165/night, 2-bedroom properties average $270/night, 3-bedroom properties average $384/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $731/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in September.

Guests in Fort Lauderdale book an average of 30 days in advance, down 12% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Fort Lauderdale Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 7%, revenue per listing decreased 7%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 12%. These metrics reflect a market favoring shorter booking windows and higher price points, despite the overall softening in occupancy and total revenue.

In Fort Lauderdale, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 34% higher occupancy than weekdays.