Killington

As of May 2026, Killington, Woodstock, Rutland have 3,598 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Killington generates $48K per year. High-performing properties earn $109K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. This significant delta suggests that market revenue is heavily concentrated in a small subset of listings, indicating that top-tier properties capture a disproportionate share of total demand.

Average home prices in Killington vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $233K, 2-bedroom homes average $300K, 3-bedroom properties are around $321K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $387K. These prices reflect median home values across the Killington, Woodstock, Rutland area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Killington, with an average gross yield of 12% 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 highlights how operational efficiency or specific asset characteristics drive returns far above the market baseline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Killington is 29%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $408, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $97 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Killington, with an average gross yield of 16% and annual revenue of $81K. These properties balance purchase price ($387K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Killington market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Killington area. Killington: Lenient. Town registration required, meals and rooms tax collection. Minimal enforcement, widespread STR activity in resort area. Woodstock: Moderate. Zoning permit needed, meals and rooms tax, some neighborhood density concerns. Moderate enforcement through complaints. Rutland: Lenient. Business license and tax registration required. Light enforcement, relatively few active STRs compared to resort towns. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Killington Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 14%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. Despite stable inventory, the decline in RevPAR suggests that consumer spending per stay has softened, tempering overall market profitability.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 56% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Killington listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (78%), Washing Machine (70%), Heating (68%), Air Conditioning (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 40% more ($88K/year vs $63K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Killington over the last 12 months: May: $1K, June: $2K, July: $2K, August: $2K, September: $2K, October: $3K, November: $2K, December: $5K, January: $6K, February: $6K, March: $4K, April: $1K. 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 Killington is $408, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $223/night, 2-bedroom properties average $301/night, 3-bedroom properties average $432/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $779/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Killington book an average of 40 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 31 days, 2-bedroom: 38 days, 3-bedroom: 46 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Killington Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 0%, revenue per listing decreased 14%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 15%. These shifts illustrate a market where higher pricing is failing to offset lower utilization, pointing to reduced traveler appetite.

In Killington, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 70% higher occupancy than weekdays.