Gulfport

As of June 2026, Gulfport, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, New Orleans have 3,254 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Gulfport generates $30K per year. High-performing properties earn $60K/year, while low-performing properties earn $13K/year. The massive earnings gap suggests that revenue is highly sensitive to listing differentiation, as stagnant supply levels contrast with declining overall revenue, pressuring under-optimized units.

Average home prices in Gulfport vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $122K, 2-bedroom homes average $167K, 3-bedroom properties are around $229K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $306K. These prices reflect median home values across the Gulfport, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, New Orleans area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Gulfport, with an average gross yield of 14% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 27%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. Such a wide yield spread indicates that top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand despite the broader market's revenue contraction.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Gulfport is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $236, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $61 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Gulfport, with an average gross yield of 19% and annual revenue of $58K. These properties balance purchase price ($306K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Gulfport market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Gulfport area. Gulfport: Lenient. Business license required, basic safety standards. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally. Biloxi: Lenient. Business license and sales tax registration needed. Light enforcement, compliance varies widely. Ocean Springs: Moderate. Conditional use permit required, zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement in residential areas. New Orleans: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandatory for most, commercial STR ban in French Quarter. Active enforcement with significant fines. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Gulfport Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics where the recent inventory expansion is outstripping consumer spending, forcing a correction in overall market profitability.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 7% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Gulfport listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (91%), Tv (84%), Balcony (60%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Hot Tub, Pool, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 33% more ($43K/year vs $32K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Gulfport over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $3K, August: $2K, September: $1K, October: $2K, November: $1K, December: $1K, January: $957, February: $1K, March: $3K, 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 Gulfport is $236, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $143/night, 2-bedroom properties average $192/night, 3-bedroom properties average $247/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $435/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Guests in Gulfport book an average of 33 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 34 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 41 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Gulfport Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 16%. These metrics reveal a transition toward shorter booking windows and lower utilization, suggesting that higher pricing is failing to offset decreased demand.

In Gulfport, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 83% higher occupancy than weekdays.