Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Mansfield?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Mansfield market averaged 684 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 137% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Mansfield?

Accepted Answer

An average Mansfield listing earns $32K/year. High-performing listings earn $70K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Mansfield home prices by size are 1-bedroom $100K, 2-bedroom $191K, 3-bedroom $263K, and 4+ bedroom $329K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Mansfield is 30%, producing RevPAR of $70 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Mansfield?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Mansfield. Mansfield: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under standard zoning and lodging tax rules. Minimal enforcement.
Columbus: Moderate. Business license and lodging tax required. No owner-occupancy rules. Some neighborhood density concerns but enforcement is complaint-driven and inconsistent.
Cleveland: Moderate. Registration required, safety inspections, lodging taxes. No owner-occupancy mandate. Enforcement exists but is primarily complaint-based rather than proactive. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Mansfield Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Mansfield Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 7%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Mansfield?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Mansfield?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (98%), Internet (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+75%), Bbq (+34%), Washing Machine (+29%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Mansfield is $277, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Mansfield book an average of 36 days in advance, down 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 44 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 105% 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.Loudonville and Mohican Country	$44.7K 40 listings	18.0% 40 listings
2.Mansfield and Richland County Country	$32.9K 70 listings	17.8% 70 listings
3.Bellville and Clear Fork Country	$44.8K 31 listings	17.2% 31 listings
4.Ashland and Northern County Country	$28.0K 24 listings	14.9% 24 listings
5.Mount Vernon and Western Knox Country	$34.2K 35 listings	12.4% 35 listings