Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in La Plata?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the La Plata market averaged 792 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 120% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in La Plata?

Accepted Answer

An average La Plata listing earns $38K/year. High-performing listings earn $78K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median La Plata home prices by size are 2-bedroom $333K, 3-bedroom $428K, and 4+ bedroom $545K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in La Plata?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in La Plata is 30%, producing RevPAR of $81 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in La Plata?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across La Plata. La Plata: Lenient. No specific STR regulations at city level. County zoning may apply. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely.
Washington DC: Moderate. License required, primary residence only, 15-day/year cap if not owner-occupied. Moderate enforcement through complaints and audits.
Annapolis: Moderate. Business license and registration required, owner-occupancy mandatory, annual inspections. Enforcement through complaints and periodic checks, some unlicensed operations exist. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the La Plata Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The La Plata Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in La Plata?

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 La Plata?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+80%), Washing Machine (+73%), Gym (+51%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in La Plata is $314, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in La Plata book an average of 35 days in advance, down 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 22 days for 1-bedroom listings to 41 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 63% 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.Solomons Island and Lusby	$50.2K 55 listings	14.0% 55 listings
2.Leonardtown and Lexington Park	$42.8K 24 listings	11.8% 24 listings
3.Deale and Shady Side	$46.7K 30 listings	11.1% 30 listings
4.Chesapeake Beach and North Beach	$39.9K 51 listings	9.2% 51 listings