How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in New Orleans?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the New Orleans market averaged 6,595 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 2% from a year earlier and up 5% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in New Orleans?

An average New Orleans listing earns $50K/year. High-performing listings earn $117K, while low-performing listings earn $16K.

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

Median New Orleans home prices by size are 1-bedroom $226K, 2-bedroom $167K, 3-bedroom $237K, and 4+ bedroom $517K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in New Orleans?

Average occupancy in New Orleans is 34%, producing RevPAR of $118 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in New Orleans?

Rules vary across New Orleans. New Orleans: Strict. STR license required, owner-occupancy mandatory for most, density caps by neighborhood, 90-day limit for non-owner-occupied. Active enforcement with significant fines and platform compliance. Baton Rouge: Moderate. Business license and safety inspections required, zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than New Orleans. Biloxi: Lenient. Business license required, basic regulations. Light enforcement, many operate informally. Lafayette: Lenient. Permit and occupancy tax required. Minimal enforcement, compliance varies widely. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the New Orleans Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The New Orleans Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in New Orleans?

RevPAR is highest in April and February; it is lowest in January and August.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in New Orleans?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Heating (98%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+80%), Washing Machine (+36%), Bbq (+24%).

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

Average daily rate in New Orleans is $343, up 8% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in New Orleans book an average of 42 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 35 days for 1-bedroom listings to 53 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 83% 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.

New Orleans, LA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$48.5k

12 mo avg

↑1%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

39%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$280

12 mo avg

↑4%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

12.0%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

39 days

12 mo avg

↓1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$112

12 mo avg

↑2%

from prior 12 mo

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New Orleans Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the New Orleans, LA market

Compare 15 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader New Orleans, LA 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.New Orleans East	$53.8K 23 listings	35.4% 23 listings
2.Algiers	$32.4K 46 listings	24.0% 46 listings
3.Marigny & Bywater	$45.6K 203 listings	20.3% 203 listings
4.Covington & Mandeville	$37.9K 62 listings	16.8% 62 listings
5.Slidell & East St. Tammany	$34.3K 41 listings	16.6% 41 listings
6.Mid-City	$47.4K 265 listings	16.4% 265 listings
7.River Parishes	$34.4K 23 listings	16.0% 23 listings
8.Tremé & Tulane-Gravier	$50.3K 123 listings	15.3% 123 listings
9.Gentilly & Lakeview	$37.6K 45 listings	14.2% 45 listings
10.Hammond & Ponchatoula	$26.6K 61 listings	13.7% 61 listings
11.Seventh Ward & St. Claude	$30.7K 203 listings	13.7% 203 listings
12.CBD & Warehouse District	$42.1K 636 listings	11.9% 636 listings
13.Central City	$50.0K 249 listings	11.2% 249 listings
14.Garden & Lower Garden Districts	$52.1K 173 listings	10.9% 173 listings
15.Uptown & Carrollton	$38.6K 234 listings	10.3% 234 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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