Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Grand Haven market averaged 1,553 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 9% from a year earlier and up 50% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

An average Grand Haven listing earns $40K/year. High-performing listings earn $91K, while low-performing listings earn $20K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Median Grand Haven home prices by size are 1-bedroom $159K, 2-bedroom $241K, 3-bedroom $294K, and 4+ bedroom $375K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Grand Haven is 31%, producing RevPAR of $80 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Grand Haven. Grand Haven: Strict. Registration required, owner-occupancy mandated, rental caps by zone. Active code enforcement with violations prosecuted.
Muskegon: Lenient. Basic registration and inspections required. Light enforcement, many operate informally.
Holland: Moderate. License required, occupancy limits, parking rules. Complaint-driven enforcement, generally compliant market.
Saugatuck: Moderate. Permit required, zoning restrictions apply, density concerns in residential areas. Enforcement present but not aggressive. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Grand Haven Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Grand Haven Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (97%), Kitchen (97%), Parking (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+82%), Washing Machine (+72%), Hot Tub (+42%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Grand Haven is $331, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Grand Haven book an average of 40 days in advance, up 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 52 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Grand Haven?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 55% 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.North Muskegon and Laketon	$56.4K 29 listings	21.7% 29 listings
2.Muskegon City and Lakeshore	$46.9K 139 listings	18.9% 139 listings
3.Twin Lake and Inland Muskegon	$36.9K 23 listings	18.7% 23 listings
4.Grand Haven Township and South Ottawa Coast	$88.5K 29 listings	18.4% 29 listings
5.Spring Lake, Ferrysburg and North Ottawa	$50.5K 46 listings	14.4% 46 listings
6.White Lake and Blue Lake Country	$43.1K 38 listings	14.2% 38 listings
7.Silver Lake, Mears and Hart	$51.5K 45 listings	14.1% 45 listings
8.Grand Haven City	$48.0K 144 listings	13.7% 144 listings
9.Norton Shores and Fruitport	$33.9K 36 listings	13.5% 36 listings
10.Hardy Pond and White Cloud Country	$25.6K 23 listings	12.8% 23 listings