Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Frederick County market averaged 2,007 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 12% from a year earlier and up 50% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

An average Frederick County listing earns $45K/year. High-performing listings earn $100K, while low-performing listings earn $18K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Median Frederick County home prices by size are 1-bedroom $243K, 2-bedroom $271K, 3-bedroom $362K, and 4+ bedroom $420K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Frederick County is 35%, producing RevPAR of $101 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Frederick County. Winchester, VA: Moderate. Zoning permit required, business license needed. Some neighborhoods restrict STRs. Enforcement occurs but complaint-driven rather than proactive.
Front Royal, VA: Lenient. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Minimal specific STR regulations. Light enforcement, mostly complaint-based.
Strasburg, VA: Lenient. Business license and zoning approval required. No specific STR ordinance. Very light enforcement in small town setting. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Frederick County Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Frederick County Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Frederick County?

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 Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Heating (+52%), Air Conditioning (+52%), Ev Charger (+48%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Frederick County is $290, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Frederick County?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Frederick County book an average of 35 days in advance. Booking windows range from 32 days for 2-bedroom listings to 43 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Frederick County?

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 112% 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.Lost River & Wardensville	$41.7K 78 listings	17.1% 78 listings
2.Stanley Area	$46.4K 75 listings	15.4% 75 listings
3.Luray Area	$40.9K 362 listings	14.0% 362 listings
4.North Fork Shenandoah Valley	$39.9K 132 listings	12.4% 132 listings
5.Basye & Bryce Resort	$41.7K 109 listings	12.1% 109 listings
6.Front Royal & Shenandoah Farms	$42.8K 147 listings	11.3% 147 listings