Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Lake Livingston market averaged 1,500 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 47% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

An average Lake Livingston listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $64K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Lake Livingston home prices by size are 1-bedroom $96K, 2-bedroom $140K, 3-bedroom $242K, and 4+ bedroom $331K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Lake Livingston is 24%, producing RevPAR of $56 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Lake Livingston. Huntsville: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Livingston: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business registration applies. Little to no active enforcement of rentals.
Lufkin: Lenient. No STR-specific regulations or licensing. General hotel occupancy tax collection expected. Light enforcement, hosts operate freely. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Lake Livingston Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Lake Livingston Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% 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 Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Lake Livingston?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Parking (98%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+55%), Bbq (+39%), Lake Access (+37%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Lake Livingston is $253, up 23% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Lake Livingston book an average of 27 days in advance, down 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 20 days for 1-bedroom listings to 38 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 79% 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.Livingston & Onalaska	$35.6K 80 listings	17.0% 80 listings
2.Huntsville & Riverside	$27.4K 29 listings	14.2% 29 listings
3.Lufkin	$29.5K 25 listings	12.9% 25 listings