Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Harpers Ferry market averaged 397 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 13% from a year earlier and up 55% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

An average Harpers Ferry listing earns $45K/year. High-performing listings earn $84K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Median Harpers Ferry home prices by size are 1-bedroom $214K, 2-bedroom $268K, 3-bedroom $360K, and 4+ bedroom $483K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Harpers Ferry is 39%, producing RevPAR of $99 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Harpers Ferry. I don't have reliable current information about short-term rental regulations and enforcement reality for these specific West Virginia towns (Harpers Ferry, Charles Town, Shepherdstown). Jefferson County has evolving STR rules, but enforcement data and actual compliance levels for these individual municipalities aren't available in my knowledge base. I recommend contacting each town's planning/zoning department directly or checking Jefferson County's official resources for accurate, current regulations and enforcement practices. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Harpers Ferry Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Harpers Ferry Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 6%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (100%), Heating (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+70%), Hot Tub (+62%), Lake Access (+61%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Harpers Ferry is $272, up 11% 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 Harpers Ferry?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Harpers Ferry book an average of 33 days in advance. Booking windows range from 29 days for 2-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Harpers Ferry?

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 95% 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.Shannondale & Blue Ridge Mountain	$50.1K 63 listings	12.7% 63 listings
2.Inwood, Bunker Hill & Gerrardstown	$36.3K 20 listings	12.5% 20 listings
3.Harpers Ferry & Bolivar	$30.3K 50 listings	11.1% 50 listings