Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fort Wayne?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Fort Wayne market averaged 613 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 6% from a year earlier and up 29% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fort Wayne?

Accepted Answer

An average Fort Wayne listing earns $28K/year. High-performing listings earn $51K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Fort Wayne home prices by size are 1-bedroom $162K, 2-bedroom $192K, 3-bedroom $257K, and 4+ bedroom $328K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Fort Wayne is 41%, producing RevPAR of $52 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Fort Wayne?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Fort Wayne. Fort Wayne: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Follows general zoning and business tax rules. Minimal enforcement.
Auburn: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license and zoning compliance expected. Light enforcement.
Huntington: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations in place. General property and tax rules apply. Minimal active enforcement of STRs. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Fort Wayne Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Fort Wayne Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 29%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in February and January.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Fort Wayne?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+45%), Bbq (+29%), Lake Access (+28%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Fort Wayne is $188, up 25% year-over-year. Rates peak in August and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Fort Wayne book an average of 29 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 2-bedroom listings to 36 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 37% 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.Central Fort Wayne	$28.5K 177 listings	21.3% 177 listings
2.North Webster and Barbee Lakes	$39.1K 34 listings	16.0% 34 listings
3.North Fort Wayne and Huntertown	$44.9K 58 listings	15.6% 58 listings
4.Warsaw and Winona Lake	$31.1K 38 listings	13.9% 38 listings
5.Southwest Fort Wayne	$37.1K 20 listings	13.5% 20 listings
6.Columbia City and Whitley County	$25.8K 20 listings	12.7% 20 listings
7.Syracuse and Lake Wawasee	$34.8K 35 listings	9.0% 35 listings