Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Gateway Cities market averaged 1,479 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 14% from a year earlier.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

An average Gateway Cities listing earns $54K/year. High-performing listings earn $105K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Median Gateway Cities home prices by size are 1-bedroom $440K, 2-bedroom $668K, 3-bedroom $819K, and 4+ bedroom $915K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Gateway Cities is 44%, producing RevPAR of $117 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Gateway Cities. Long Beach: Strict. Requires conditional use permit, owner-occupancy mandatory, 30-day minimum stay in most zones. Active enforcement with fines and citations.
Downey: Strict. Prohibits short-term rentals under 30 days citywide. Active code enforcement, hosts operating illegally face penalties.
Norwalk: Moderate. Business license required, must comply with zoning. Limited enforcement, some unlicensed operations exist.
Lakewood: Strict. Banned in residential zones, 30-day minimum required. Active enforcement through code compliance and neighbor complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Gateway Cities Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Gateway Cities Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 33%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Kitchen (99%), TV (98%), Internet (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+63%), Washing Machine (+54%), Pool (+52%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Gateway Cities is $292, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Gateway Cities?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Gateway Cities book an average of 34 days in advance, up 7% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Gateway Cities?

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 41% 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.Downtown Long Beach & Alamitos Beach	$46.4K 185 listings	9.1% 185 listings
2.Bixby Knolls & North Long Beach	$51.1K 54 listings	7.7% 54 listings
3.East Long Beach	$69.1K 66 listings	7.5% 66 listings
4.Central Long Beach	$47.8K 110 listings	7.3% 110 listings
5.Norwalk	$41.3K 28 listings	7.0% 28 listings
6.Bellflower & Lakewood	$42.9K 35 listings	6.7% 35 listings
7.Belmont Shore & Belmont Heights	$67.0K 279 listings	6.5% 279 listings
8.Lynwood & South Gate	$40.2K 47 listings	6.2% 47 listings
9.Whittier & La Mirada	$48.7K 47 listings	6.2% 47 listings
10.Downey & Pico Rivera	$44.6K 47 listings	6.1% 47 listings