How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Hiawassee?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Hiawassee market averaged 706 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 8% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Hiawassee?

An average Hiawassee listing earns $33K/year. High-performing listings earn $70K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

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

Median Hiawassee home prices by size are 1-bedroom $231K, 2-bedroom $314K, 3-bedroom $398K, and 4+ bedroom $608K.

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

Average occupancy in Hiawassee is 28%, producing RevPAR of $71 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Hiawassee?

Rules vary across Hiawassee. Hiawassee: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under standard business license and tax collection. Minimal enforcement. Helen: Lenient. Business license and hotel/motel tax required. No occupancy restrictions or density limits. Light enforcement, primarily tax-focused. Blairsville: Lenient. Business license and hotel/motel tax collection required. No owner-occupancy rules or rental caps. Minimal enforcement beyond tax compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Hiawassee Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Hiawassee Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 13%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Hiawassee?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Hiawassee?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (99%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+48%), Internet (+40%), Washing Machine (+40%).

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

Average daily rate in Hiawassee is $278, up 24% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

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

Guests in Hiawassee book an average of 36 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 44 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

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.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

Hiawassee, GA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$32.9k

12 mo avg

↑10%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

31%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$249

12 mo avg

↑23%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

6.7%

Current potential

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vs prior-year prices

Lead time

37 days

12 mo avg

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from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$70

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Hiawassee Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Hiawassee, GA

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
Hayesville & Clay County	$27.5K 82 listings	8.6% 82 listings
Young Harris & Western Towns County	$28.9K 20 listings	8.4% 20 listings
Hiawassee & Eastern Towns County	$31.7K 164 listings	8.1% 164 listings

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Data as of 2026-09-30

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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