Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Lafayette?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Lafayette market averaged 905 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 16% from a year earlier and up 62% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Lafayette?

Accepted Answer

An average Lafayette listing earns $23K/year. High-performing listings earn $42K, while low-performing listings earn $6K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Lafayette home prices by size are 2-bedroom $95K, 3-bedroom $215K, and 4+ bedroom $359K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Lafayette is 32%, producing RevPAR of $52 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Lafayette?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Lafayette. Lafayette: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
New Iberia: Lenient. Basic business license required, must comply with zoning. No STR-specific regulations or owner-occupancy rules. Light enforcement.
Breaux Bridge: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. General business licensing applies. Very limited enforcement in small-town setting. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Lafayette Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Lafayette Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 6%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Lafayette?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in April and July; it is lowest in January and December.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Lafayette?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), TV (99%), Internet (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+38%), Internet (+31%), Bbq (+24%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Lafayette is $183, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Lafayette book an average of 25 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 21 days for 1-bedroom listings to 32 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 62% 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.New Iberia and Countryside	$26.8K 27 listings	24.7% 27 listings
2.Southeast Lafayette	$29.4K 61 listings	12.6% 61 listings
3.Youngsville and Broussard	$28.0K 29 listings	10.7% 29 listings