How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Minneapolis?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Minneapolis market averaged 3,690 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 26% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Minneapolis?

An average Minneapolis listing earns $40K/year. High-performing listings earn $79K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

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

Median Minneapolis home prices by size are 1-bedroom $180K, 2-bedroom $293K, 3-bedroom $387K, and 4+ bedroom $469K.

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

Average occupancy in Minneapolis is 39%, producing RevPAR of $83 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Minneapolis?

Rules vary across Minneapolis. Minneapolis: Moderate. License required, owner-occupancy mandate, 90-day annual cap for non-owner-occupied. Enforcement exists but inconsistent. St. Paul: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandatory, density limits by zone, parking requirements. Active enforcement with inspections and fines. Bloomington: Lenient. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Light enforcement, mainly complaint-driven. Stillwater: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandate, strict density caps, parking rules. Active enforcement in this small historic city. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Minneapolis Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Minneapolis Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 28%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Minneapolis?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Minneapolis?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (98%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+48%), Ev Charger (+35%), Air Conditioning (+34%).

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

Average daily rate in Minneapolis is $256, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Minneapolis book an average of 34 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 43 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 50% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

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Annual revenue (actual)

$42.8k

12 mo avg

↑7%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

44%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$232

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

10.6%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

36 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$88

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

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Minneapolis Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Minneapolis, MN market

Compare 41 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Minneapolis, MN rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.North Loop	$58.8K 32 listings	19.3% 32 listings
2.Burnsville and Lakeville	$58.7K 25 listings	16.2% 25 listings
3.Whittier and Lyndale	$34.8K 66 listings	15.2% 66 listings
4.Roseville and Shoreview	$51.8K 40 listings	14.7% 40 listings
5.Blaine and Fridley	$52.3K 53 listings	13.9% 53 listings
6.Uptown	$31.3K 47 listings	13.5% 47 listings
7.Woodbury and Maplewood	$36.8K 23 listings	13.5% 23 listings
8.Saint Paul West Side and Southern Suburbs	$31.9K 29 listings	13.4% 29 listings
9.Downtown Minneapolis	$30.2K 63 listings	13.3% 63 listings
10.Bloomington and Richfield	$48.1K 63 listings	13.1% 63 listings
11.Northeast Minneapolis	$36.9K 118 listings	12.7% 118 listings
12.East Side Saint Paul	$27.0K 32 listings	12.7% 32 listings
13.Eagan and Inver Grove Heights	$42.9K 22 listings	12.5% 22 listings
14.Chain of Lakes and Lowry Hill	$38.5K 53 listings	12.3% 53 listings
15.Chaska and Waconia Country	$43.9K 29 listings	12.2% 29 listings
16.Brooklyn Park and Robbinsdale	$38.3K 37 listings	12.2% 37 listings
17.Midway and Union Park	$30.6K 87 listings	12.0% 87 listings
18.Stillwater and Lake Elmo	$48.8K 44 listings	11.8% 44 listings
19.St. Louis Park and Edina	$36.5K 42 listings	11.8% 42 listings
20.Nokomis and Standish	$31.4K 105 listings	11.6% 105 listings
21.Powderhorn and Phillips	$28.8K 45 listings	11.6% 45 listings
22.Summit Hill and Summit-University	$29.0K 62 listings	11.6% 62 listings
23.Shakopee and Prior Lake Country	$41.0K 25 listings	11.6% 25 listings
24.Como and North End	$26.4K 35 listings	11.5% 35 listings
25.North Minneapolis	$27.3K 24 listings	11.5% 24 listings
26.Plymouth and Western Hennepin Country	$58.2K 31 listings	11.5% 31 listings
27.Downtown Saint Paul and West Seventh	$30.5K 45 listings	11.3% 45 listings
28.Hudson and River Falls	$42.4K 23 listings	11.3% 23 listings
29.Forest Lake and Scandia Country	$48.1K 31 listings	10.9% 31 listings
30.Maple Grove and Rogers	$48.6K 20 listings	10.9% 20 listings
31.White Bear Lake	$35.1K 32 listings	10.6% 32 listings
32.Eden Prairie and Chanhassen	$59.5K 26 listings	10.4% 26 listings
33.Highland Park and Macalester-Groveland	$34.3K 56 listings	10.4% 56 listings
34.Southwest Minneapolis	$42.7K 127 listings	10.4% 127 listings
35.Anoka and Northern River Country	$35.9K 29 listings	10.4% 29 listings
36.Longfellow and Seward	$28.5K 51 listings	10.3% 51 listings
37.Elk River and Big Lake	$37.2K 23 listings	9.8% 23 listings
38.University and Prospect Park	$34.2K 24 listings	9.6% 24 listings
39.Northfield and Cannon Falls Country	$35.3K 29 listings	8.8% 29 listings
40.Cottage Grove and Afton	$32.4K 22 listings	8.7% 22 listings
41.Lake Minnetonka	$54.5K 64 listings	8.3% 64 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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