Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Hayward market averaged 1,251 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 10% from a year earlier and up 81% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

An average Hayward listing earns $31K/year. High-performing listings earn $81K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Hayward home prices by size are 2-bedroom $288K, 3-bedroom $350K, and 4+ bedroom $466K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Hayward is 26%, producing RevPAR of $71 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Hayward. Hayward: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Cable: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business licensing may apply. Very light enforcement in this small tourism town.
Minocqua: Moderate. STR permit required, safety inspections, occupancy limits. Some enforcement of permit requirements, though many operate informally in this vacation area. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Hayward Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Hayward Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 25%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in April and March.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Hayward?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Parking (97%), Internet (95%), Heating (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+142%), Ev Charger (+110%), Washing Machine (+63%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Hayward is $340, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Hayward book an average of 45 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 38 days for 1-bedroom listings to 51 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 69% 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.Cumberland, Turtle Lake and Western Lakes	$47.4K 29 listings	14.8% 29 listings
2.Danbury, Webster and North Burnett Lakes	$42.3K 31 listings	11.4% 31 listings
3.Round Lake and Spider Lake Country	$39.8K 39 listings	10.7% 39 listings
4.Chippewa Flowage and Southern Hayward Lakes	$42.6K 43 listings	9.9% 43 listings
5.Hayward and Seeley Country	$32.9K 55 listings	8.2% 55 listings
6.Cable, Namakagon and Drummond Country	$30.0K 21 listings	7.9% 21 listings