How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Knoxville?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Knoxville market averaged 2,645 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 38% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Knoxville?

An average Knoxville listing earns $37K/year. High-performing listings earn $72K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

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

Median Knoxville home prices by size are 1-bedroom $196K, 2-bedroom $251K, 3-bedroom $351K, and 4+ bedroom $482K.

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

Average occupancy in Knoxville is 33%, producing RevPAR of $81 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Knoxville?

Rules vary across Knoxville. Knoxville: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Enforcement varies by neighborhood with complaint-driven action. Gatlinburg: Lenient. Business license and resort tax registration required. Minimal restrictions, tourism-friendly policies. Light enforcement focused on tax collection. Pigeon Forge: Lenient. Business license and resort tax required. No occupancy restrictions. Tourism-oriented with minimal enforcement beyond tax compliance. Sevierville: Lenient. Business license and resort tax registration needed. Tourism-focused area with light enforcement, primarily tax-related. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Knoxville Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Knoxville Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 12%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Knoxville?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Knoxville?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Lake Access (+61%), Washing Machine (+51%), Hot Tub (+47%).

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

Average daily rate in Knoxville is $267, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Knoxville book an average of 36 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 48 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 61% 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.

Knoxville, TN

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Annual revenue (actual)

$40.1k

12 mo avg

↑5%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

39%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$242

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.4%

Current potential

↓0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

36 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$86

12 mo avg

↑8%

from prior 12 mo

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Knoxville Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Knoxville, TN market

Compare 17 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Knoxville, TN rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

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
1.Southern La Follette Lake Peninsulas	$58.3K 23 listings	17.5% 23 listings
2.Northwest Knoxville	$26.6K 43 listings	13.2% 43 listings
3.East Knoxville Area	$29.1K 39 listings	13.1% 39 listings
4.North Knoxville	$30.7K 81 listings	13.0% 81 listings
5.South Knox Countryside	$31.9K 40 listings	12.3% 40 listings
6.Deerfield & Cedar Creek Peninsula	$58.1K 20 listings	12.3% 20 listings
7.South Knoxville Urban Area	$33.0K 95 listings	11.4% 95 listings
8.Oak Ridge Area	$29.4K 42 listings	10.6% 42 listings
9.Bearden & Rocky Hill Area	$37.6K 32 listings	10.5% 32 listings
10.Lenoir City Area	$41.2K 30 listings	10.4% 30 listings
11.Outer Northwest Knox Suburbs	$46.1K 49 listings	10.4% 49 listings
12.Maryville & Alcoa Area	$33.4K 73 listings	10.2% 73 listings
13.Fountain City & North Knox Area	$28.0K 36 listings	10.0% 36 listings
14.Southwest Knox Suburbs	$41.5K 37 listings	9.8% 37 listings
15.West Hills & Cedar Bluff Area	$37.3K 41 listings	8.8% 41 listings
16.Southern Blount Countryside	$30.2K 24 listings	8.7% 24 listings
17.Downtown Knoxville & Campus Area	$34.4K 109 listings	8.7% 109 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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