Frederick

As of May 2026, Frederick, Gettysburg, Harpers Ferry have 831 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Frederick generates $38K per year. High-performing properties earn $82K/year, while low-performing properties earn $14K/year. The significant delta between the top tier and average suggests that revenue concentration is high, leaving many units struggling to capture consistent demand despite a recent reduction in total market supply.

Average home prices in Frederick vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $284K, 2-bedroom homes average $316K, 3-bedroom properties are around $439K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $626K. These prices reflect median home values across the Frederick, Gettysburg, Harpers Ferry area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Frederick, with an average gross yield of 7% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 14%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide spread in yields highlights a bifurcated landscape where top-tier assets successfully insulate themselves from the broader downward pressure on market-wide revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Frederick is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $269, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $70 per day.

3-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Frederick, with an average gross yield of 11% and annual revenue of $51K. These properties balance purchase price ($439K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Frederick market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Frederick area. Frederick, MD: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply, 2% hotel tax. Complaint-driven enforcement, some hosts operate without registration. Gettysburg, PA: Lenient. No specific STR regulations, standard business licensing and taxes. Minimal enforcement, hosts generally operate freely. Harpers Ferry, WV: Lenient. Business license and occupancy tax required. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-based. Most hosts operate with basic compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Frederick Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in both supply and revenue suggests that the market is currently adjusting to lower demand levels rather than experiencing a competitive squeeze from new inventory.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak fall season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -28% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Frederick listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (94%), Tv (81%), Heating (72%), Washing Machine (70%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Pool, Hot Tub, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 74% more ($54K/year vs $31K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Frederick over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $3K, August: $2K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $2K, January: $1K, February: $1K, March: $2K, April: $2K. 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 Frederick is $269, up 22% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $149/night, 2-bedroom properties average $215/night, 3-bedroom properties average $297/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $549/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in May.

Guests in Frederick book an average of 32 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 16%, average nightly rates increased 22%, and lead time decreased 20%. These metrics indicate a pivot toward shorter booking windows and higher pricing, suggesting that hosts are attempting to offset lower occupancy rates with aggressive rate strategies in a thinning market environment.

In Frederick, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 68% higher occupancy than weekdays.