Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Jersey Shore market averaged 3,468 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 20% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

An average Jersey Shore listing earns $43K/year. High-performing listings earn $109K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Jersey Shore home prices by size are 1-bedroom $388K, 2-bedroom $557K, 3-bedroom $784K, and 4+ bedroom $1.0M.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Jersey Shore is 27%, producing RevPAR of $89 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Jersey Shore. Long Beach Island: Moderate. Individual municipalities vary; most require registration/permits, fire safety inspections, occupancy limits. Beach Haven and Harvey Cedars most restrictive. Generally enforced through complaints and seasonal inspections.
Seaside Heights: Moderate. Registration required, zoning compliance, occupancy limits strictly enforced during summer. Active code enforcement due to party concerns.
Point Pleasant Beach: Moderate. Rental permits mandatory, inspections required, occupancy caps enforced. Registration actively tracked; violations result in fines. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Jersey Shore Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Jersey Shore Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Jersey Shore?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+83%), Bbq (+41%), Pool (+29%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Jersey Shore is $456, up 11% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Jersey Shore book an average of 37 days in advance. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 43% 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.Toms River & Brick	$78.7K 35 listings	14.1% 35 listings
2.Manahawkin & Tuckerton	$73.5K 82 listings	13.6% 82 listings
3.Belmar & Manasquan	$82.2K 130 listings	9.8% 130 listings
4.Point Pleasant Beach	$79.9K 80 listings	8.9% 80 listings
5.Long Branch & the Bayshore	$76.5K 104 listings	8.6% 104 listings
6.Seaside Heights & Seaside Park	$56.1K 409 listings	8.5% 409 listings
7.Asbury Park & Ocean Grove	$59.7K 215 listings	8.1% 215 listings
8.Bay Head & Lavallette	$67.2K 65 listings	5.8% 65 listings
9.Long Beach Island	$66.1K 196 listings	5.3% 196 listings