How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Myrtle Beach?

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.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Myrtle Beach?

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

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

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

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

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

Are short-term rentals legal in Myrtle Beach?

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.

Is the Myrtle Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

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.

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

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Myrtle Beach?

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%).

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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)

$51.4k

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

40%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$258

12 mo avg

↑24%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

19.3%

Current potential

↑0.7 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

38 days

12 mo avg

↓0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$108

12 mo avg

↑30%

from prior 12 mo

Myrtle Beach Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Myrtle Beach, SC

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
Downtown & Central Myrtle Beach	$44.5K 934 listings	22.3% 934 listings
Southern Myrtle Beach	$38.5K 1,218 listings	19.8% 1,218 listings
Northern Myrtle Beach	$35.0K 1,669 listings	18.5% 1,669 listings
Socastee & Inland South Strand	$47.5K 30 listings	15.6% 30 listings
Surfside Beach & Garden City	$39.7K 1,180 listings	15.5% 1,180 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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

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