Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Lynchburg?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Lynchburg market averaged 919 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 24% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Lynchburg?

Accepted Answer

An average Lynchburg listing earns $30K/year. High-performing listings earn $59K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Lynchburg home prices by size are 1-bedroom $181K, 2-bedroom $193K, 3-bedroom $284K, and 4+ bedroom $373K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Lynchburg is 35%, producing RevPAR of $67 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Lynchburg?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Lynchburg. Lynchburg: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general zoning and business license rules. Minimal enforcement.
Roanoke: Lenient. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. No owner-occupancy rules or density caps. Light enforcement, many operate informally.
Charlottesville: Moderate. Zoning permit and special use permit required for non-owner-occupied. Owner-occupied allowed by-right in some zones. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Lynchburg Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Lynchburg Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 13%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Lynchburg?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in May and November; it is lowest in January and February.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Lynchburg?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), Heating (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+56%), TV (+49%), Heating (+38%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Lynchburg is $218, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in May and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Lynchburg book an average of 32 days in advance, down 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 39 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 68% 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.Lexington, Buena Vista and Rockbridge County	$31.8K 75 listings	13.2% 75 listings
2.Timberlake and Campbell County	$28.5K 37 listings	11.8% 37 listings
3.Downtown and Central Lynchburg	$26.4K 142 listings	10.7% 142 listings
4.South Lynchburg and Liberty University	$25.7K 47 listings	9.4% 47 listings
5.Forest and Eastern Bedford County	$30.2K 37 listings	8.3% 37 listings