How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Modesto?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Modesto market averaged 996 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 13% from a year earlier and up 12% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Modesto?

An average Modesto listing earns $30K/year. High-performing listings earn $65K, while low-performing listings earn $7K.

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

Median Modesto home prices by size are 1-bedroom $275K, 2-bedroom $362K, 3-bedroom $465K, and 4+ bedroom $536K.

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

Average occupancy in Modesto is 35%, producing RevPAR of $57 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Modesto?

Rules vary across Modesto. Lodi: Moderate. Business license required, TOT registration mandatory, zoning compliance needed. No owner-occupancy requirement. Must follow residential zoning rules; some areas prohibit STRs. Enforcement is complaint-driven rather than proactive. City responds to neighbor complaints about noise/parking but doesn't actively audit listings. Many hosts operate in compliance, though some gray-area operations exist in restricted zones. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Modesto Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Modesto Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 15%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Modesto?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Modesto?

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Air Conditioning (99%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Ev Charger (+78%), Washing Machine (+72%), Pool (+63%).

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

Average daily rate in Modesto is $235, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Modesto book an average of 25 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 22 days for 1-bedroom listings to 28 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 27% 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.

Modesto, CA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$30.3k

12 mo avg

↑7%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

39%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$208

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

6.8%

Current potential

↑0.0 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

23 days

12 mo avg

↓1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$57

12 mo avg

↑0%

from prior 12 mo

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Modesto Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Modesto, CA market

Compare 8 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Modesto, CA 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.Stockton	$33.3K 51 listings	11.0% 51 listings
2.Lodi	$40.7K 103 listings	8.7% 103 listings
3.Modesto	$32.4K 100 listings	8.7% 100 listings
4.Merced	$29.6K 51 listings	8.2% 51 listings
5.Tracy	$53.7K 34 listings	7.6% 34 listings
6.Oakdale & Lake Don Pedro	$36.0K 27 listings	7.5% 27 listings
7.Turlock	$36.3K 61 listings	7.4% 61 listings
8.Manteca & Lathrop	$47.3K 47 listings	7.2% 47 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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