How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Fort Wayne?

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.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Fort Wayne?

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

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

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

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

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

Are short-term rentals legal in Fort Wayne?

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.

Is the Fort Wayne Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

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.

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

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Fort Wayne?

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%).

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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 Wayne, IN

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Annual revenue (actual)

$27.7k

12 mo avg

↑28%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

45%

12 mo avg

↑2%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$167

12 mo avg

↑22%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

12.6%

Current potential

↓0.4 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

29 days

12 mo avg

↑3 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$50

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

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Fort Wayne Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Fort Wayne, IN market

Compare 6 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Fort Wayne, IN 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.Central Fort Wayne	$28.7K 174 listings	21.2% 174 listings
2.North Fort Wayne and Huntertown	$43.2K 58 listings	14.7% 58 listings
3.North Webster and Barbee Lakes	$38.8K 33 listings	14.6% 33 listings
4.Warsaw and Winona Lake	$30.6K 34 listings	13.8% 34 listings
5.Southwest Fort Wayne	$37.8K 20 listings	13.2% 20 listings
6.Syracuse and Lake Wawasee	$41.2K 34 listings	10.2% 34 listings

Data as of 2026-09-30

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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