Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Myrtle Beach market averaged 10,883 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 23% from a year earlier and up 40% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

An average Myrtle Beach listing earns $39K/year. High-performing listings earn $72K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Myrtle Beach home prices by size are 1-bedroom $123K, 2-bedroom $179K, 3-bedroom $318K, and 4+ bedroom $425K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Myrtle Beach is 33%, producing RevPAR of $84 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach: Moderate. Business license required, accommodations tax registration, zoning compliance. Standard enforcement with periodic inspections and tax audits.
North Myrtle Beach: Moderate. Business license and accommodations tax required, must meet life safety codes. Enforcement focuses on tax collection and code violations from complaints.
Surfside Beach: Lenient. Business license and accommodations tax registration required. Minimal proactive enforcement, primarily complaint-driven responses. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Myrtle Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Myrtle Beach Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 23% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 17%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Myrtle Beach?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+47%), Heating (+15%), Pets Allowed (+14%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Myrtle Beach is $249, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Myrtle Beach book an average of 37 days in advance, down 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 62 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 41% 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.Downtown & Central Myrtle Beach	$44.5K 1,042 listings	22.6% 1,042 listings
2.Southern Myrtle Beach	$39.8K 1,236 listings	20.3% 1,236 listings
3.Northern Myrtle Beach	$34.9K 1,768 listings	18.1% 1,768 listings
4.Socastee & Inland South Strand	$47.3K 31 listings	15.8% 31 listings
5.Surfside Beach & Garden City	$39.2K 1,231 listings	15.5% 1,231 listings
6.Carolina Forest & Intracoastal West	$27.7K 192 listings	13.5% 192 listings
7.Conway & Inland Waccamaw	$31.9K 80 listings	12.6% 80 listings