Mount Hood

As of May 2026, Government Camp, Welches, Hood River have 1,451 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 22% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Mount Hood generates $45K per year. High-performing properties earn $94K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. The massive earnings disparity suggests that market share is increasingly concentrated among top-tier listings, leaving significant revenue risk for properties that fail to capture premium demand.

Average home prices in Mount Hood vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $251K, 2-bedroom homes average $370K, 3-bedroom properties are around $532K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $625K. These prices reflect median home values across the Government Camp, Welches, Hood River area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Mount Hood, with an average gross yield of 9% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 20%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide spread in yields highlights a market where profitability is highly sensitive to operational efficiency and competitive positioning rather than broad market trends.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Mount Hood is 31%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $342, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $88 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Mount Hood, with an average gross yield of 12% and annual revenue of $72K. These properties balance purchase price ($625K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Mount Hood market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Mount Hood area. Government Camp: Moderate. Clackamas County requires STR permit, fire safety inspection, septic approval. Active enforcement in resort area with compliance checks. Welches: Moderate. Clackamas County STR permit required, fire/safety inspections mandatory. Moderate enforcement, most operators comply. Hood River: Strict. City license required, owner-occupancy mandate, density caps by zone, 2-night minimum. Active enforcement with complaint response and fines for violations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Mount Hood Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing oversaturated conditions. Supply has grown 22% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 23%. This indicates supply growth outpacing demand, pressuring returns. The decline in RevPAR alongside rapid inventory expansion signals a structural shift where hosts must navigate a more aggressive, price-sensitive competitive environment.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak winter season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 50% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-April) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Mount Hood listings include: Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (86%), Tv (78%), Balcony (64%), Heating (61%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Lake Access, Sauna, Hot Tub, with Lake Access properties earning approximately 81% more ($116K/year vs $64K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Mount Hood over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $3K, July: $4K, August: $4K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $4K, January: $3K, February: $3K, March: $2K, April: $2K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Mount Hood is $342, up 12% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $197/night, 2-bedroom properties average $267/night, 3-bedroom properties average $333/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $590/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in May.

Guests in Mount Hood book an average of 37 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 36 days, 4+ bedroom: 44 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Mount Hood Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 22%, revenue per listing decreased 23%, occupancy fell 16%, average nightly rates increased 12%, and lead time decreased 15%. These metrics reflect a market struggling to absorb new inventory, forcing hosts to choose between lower occupancy or higher rates amidst shrinking booking windows.

In Mount Hood, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 81% higher occupancy than weekdays.