How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Nashville?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Nashville market averaged 11,122 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 39% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Nashville?

An average Nashville listing earns $59K/year. High-performing listings earn $131K, while low-performing listings earn $24K.

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

Median Nashville home prices by size are 1-bedroom $269K, 2-bedroom $317K, 3-bedroom $405K, and 4+ bedroom $546K.

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

Average occupancy in Nashville is 38%, producing RevPAR of $133 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Nashville?

Rules vary across Nashville. Clarksville: Moderate. Business license required, zoning restrictions apply, no owner-occupancy mandate. Some enforcement through complaints. Many hosts operate within regulations. Nashville: Strict. Permit required ($110 application), owner-occupancy mandatory for non-owner-occupied STRs banned in most residential zones since 2022. Active enforcement with inspections, fines up to $50/day for violations. Many former hosts converted to long-term rentals or ceased operations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Nashville Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Nashville Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 8%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Nashville?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Nashville?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), Heating (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+47%), Washing Machine (+44%), Air Conditioning (+37%).

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

Average daily rate in Nashville is $345, up 4% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Nashville book an average of 42 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 34 days for 1-bedroom listings to 51 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 88% 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)

$62.9k

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

45%

12 mo avg

↓0%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$306

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

9.5%

Current potential

↑0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

42 days

12 mo avg

↑1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$138

12 mo avg

↑12%

from prior 12 mo

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Nashville Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Nashville, TN market

Compare 30 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Nashville, TN 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.Trinity & Dickerson Area	$55.0K 149 listings	13.7% 149 listings
2.South Nashville	$45.6K 203 listings	13.5% 203 listings
3.Airport & Una Area	$35.4K 39 listings	13.0% 39 listings
4.Opryland & Pennington Bend	$30.6K 158 listings	12.1% 158 listings
5.Downtown & SoBro	$57.5K 827 listings	11.6% 827 listings
6.Cleveland Park & McFerrin Park Area	$42.7K 262 listings	11.5% 262 listings
7.Donelson Area	$33.1K 85 listings	11.0% 85 listings
8.Bordeaux Area	$47.3K 22 listings	10.9% 22 listings
9.Madison Area	$33.8K 65 listings	10.8% 65 listings
10.Germantown & Salemtown Area	$52.3K 158 listings	10.6% 158 listings
11.Goodlettsville Area	$51.7K 34 listings	10.3% 34 listings
12.The Gulch & North Gulch Area	$52.1K 115 listings	9.9% 115 listings
13.12South & Melrose Area	$42.4K 157 listings	9.9% 157 listings
14.Woodbine & Southern Nashville	$38.3K 137 listings	9.9% 137 listings
15.North Clarksville & St. Bethlehem Area	$22.8K 20 listings	9.5% 20 listings
16.Downtown & Central Clarksville	$25.4K 61 listings	9.4% 61 listings
17.Music Row & Edgehill Area	$44.5K 443 listings	9.4% 443 listings
18.Northwest Clarksville	$25.8K 65 listings	9.3% 65 listings
19.West Nashville & Charlotte Corridor	$43.4K 128 listings	9.1% 128 listings
20.East Clarksville & Sango Area	$23.5K 49 listings	9.0% 49 listings
21.Kingston Springs & Harpeth Valley	$36.0K 38 listings	8.8% 38 listings
22.Wedgewood-Houston & Chestnut Hill Area	$57.4K 356 listings	8.7% 356 listings
23.Inglewood	$37.6K 207 listings	8.7% 207 listings
24.North Nashville	$41.4K 231 listings	8.5% 231 listings
25.East Nashville — Five Points & Shelby Area	$41.7K 522 listings	8.4% 522 listings
26.Belmont & Hillsboro Area	$44.0K 130 listings	8.3% 130 listings
27.Dickson Area	$28.2K 20 listings	7.8% 20 listings
28.Belle Meade & West Meade Area	$34.7K 39 listings	7.5% 39 listings
29.Midtown & Vanderbilt Area	$39.8K 337 listings	7.1% 337 listings
30.Berry Hill	$42.8K 109 listings	5.7% 109 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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