How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fort Lauderdale?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fort Lauderdale market averaged 11,638 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 5% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fort Lauderdale?

An average Fort Lauderdale listing earns $59K/year. High-performing listings earn $138K, while low-performing listings earn $18K.

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

Median Fort Lauderdale home prices by size are 1-bedroom $158K, 2-bedroom $276K, 3-bedroom $517K, and 4+ bedroom $741K.

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

Average occupancy in Fort Lauderdale is 42%, producing RevPAR of $128 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Fort Lauderdale?

Rules vary across Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale: Strict. Banned in most residential zones except owner-occupied with special exception. Active code enforcement with fines. Hollywood: Strict. Prohibited in single-family zones. Multi-family requires conditional use permit. Active enforcement, frequent violations cited. Pompano Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning compliance needed. Some illegal operations exist, moderate enforcement. Deerfield Beach: Strict. Banned in residential zones, allowed only in commercial areas. Active enforcement with neighbor complaints driving citations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Fort Lauderdale Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Fort Lauderdale Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 13%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

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

RevPAR is highest in March and February; it is lowest in September and October.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Fort Lauderdale?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+72%), Bbq (+66%), Pool (+61%).

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

Average daily rate in Fort Lauderdale is $347, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in September.

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

Guests in Fort Lauderdale book an average of 31 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 39% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Annual revenue (actual)

$61.1k

12 mo avg

↑6%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

50%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$292

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.7%

Current potential

↑0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

32 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$130

12 mo avg

↑3%

from prior 12 mo

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Fort Lauderdale Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Fort Lauderdale, FL market

Compare 16 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Fort Lauderdale, FL rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Fort Lauderdale Beach	$66.3K 254 listings	16.9% 254 listings
2.Pompano Beach Mainland	$58.3K 287 listings	16.7% 287 listings
3.Central West Lauderdale	$42.6K 245 listings	15.8% 245 listings
4.Deerfield Beach	$50.2K 526 listings	15.1% 526 listings
5.Sunrise, Plantation & West Broward	$45.5K 70 listings	12.7% 70 listings
6.Boca Raton Edge	$59.7K 139 listings	12.6% 139 listings
7.Coral Springs & North Broward	$43.4K 85 listings	12.3% 85 listings
8.Wilton Manors & Oakland Park	$52.5K 750 listings	11.9% 750 listings
9.Airport, Dania & Davie	$45.8K 666 listings	11.6% 666 listings
10.Pembroke Pines & Davie	$48.8K 116 listings	11.5% 116 listings
11.Hollywood Beach	$45.1K 678 listings	11.2% 678 listings
12.Downtown, Las Olas & Port	$54.0K 518 listings	10.9% 518 listings
13.Hollywood Mainland & Lakes	$55.4K 542 listings	10.8% 542 listings
14.Fort Lauderdale North Beach & Lauderdale-by-the-Sea	$56.1K 688 listings	10.5% 688 listings
15.East Fort Lauderdale	$43.8K 433 listings	9.8% 433 listings
16.Pompano Beach Coast	$39.6K 566 listings	9.3% 566 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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