Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Lake Sakakawea?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Lake Sakakawea market averaged 116 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 19% from a year earlier.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Lake Sakakawea?

Accepted Answer

An average Lake Sakakawea listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $47K, while low-performing listings earn $10K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Lake Sakakawea home prices by size are 2-bedroom $181K, 3-bedroom $261K, and 4+ bedroom $309K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Lake Sakakawea is 37%, producing RevPAR of $48 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Lake Sakakawea?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Lake Sakakawea. Minot: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general zoning and business licensing. Minimal enforcement.
Williston: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license may apply. Light oversight, largely unregulated market.
Dickinson: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations identified. General zoning and tax rules apply. Minimal active enforcement of STR activity. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Lake Sakakawea Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Lake Sakakawea Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 19% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Lake Sakakawea?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Lake Sakakawea?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Washing Machine (100%), Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+36%), Pool (+35%), Lake Access (+29%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Lake Sakakawea is $194, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Lake Sakakawea book an average of 25 days in advance, down 12% from last year. Booking windows range from 19 days for 1-bedroom listings to 32 days for 3-bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 9% 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.