Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Grand Junction?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Grand Junction market averaged 930 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 2% from a year earlier and up 14% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Grand Junction?

Accepted Answer

An average Grand Junction listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $62K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Grand Junction home prices by size are 1-bedroom $242K, 2-bedroom $372K, 3-bedroom $478K, and 4+ bedroom $613K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Grand Junction is 36%, producing RevPAR of $72 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Grand Junction?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Grand Junction. Grand Junction: Lenient. Business license required, sales tax collection. Minimal enforcement, many operate without compliance.
Moab: Moderate. Business license and conditional use permit required in residential zones. Enforcement increased due to housing concerns but inconsistent.
Aspen: Strict. Lodge permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, strict caps on rentals. Active enforcement with substantial fines and neighbor complaints.
Glenwood Springs: Moderate. Business license and conditional use permit needed. Standard enforcement, some unpermitted operations exist. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Grand Junction Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Grand Junction Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Grand Junction?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Kitchen (98%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+65%), Hot Tub (+38%), Washing Machine (+38%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Grand Junction is $237, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Grand Junction book an average of 35 days in advance. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 43 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 63% 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.Eastern Grand Valley	$38.4K 66 listings	9.2% 66 listings
2.Grand Junction	$30.0K 258 listings	9.2% 258 listings
3.Collbran and Grand Mesa Country	$47.4K 25 listings	9.0% 25 listings
4.De Beque to Silt Corridor	$47.7K 22 listings	8.5% 22 listings
5.Fruita and Western Grand Valley	$34.1K 90 listings	7.2% 90 listings
6.Redlands	$34.7K 21 listings	6.5% 21 listings