How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Newark?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Newark market averaged 7,032 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 55% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Newark?

An average Newark listing earns $42K/year. High-performing listings earn $99K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

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

Median Newark home prices by size are 1-bedroom $313K, 2-bedroom $477K, 3-bedroom $654K, and 4+ bedroom $830K.

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

Average occupancy in Newark is 38%, producing RevPAR of $93 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Newark?

Rules vary across Newark. Newark: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or registration requirements. Operates under general zoning and tax rules. Minimal enforcement. New York City: Strict. Multiple Dwelling Law prohibits rentals under 30 days unless owner-present. Registration required since 2023. Active enforcement with heavy fines. Jersey City: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, 60-day annual cap for non-owner-occupied. Registration mandatory. Active enforcement with violations. Philadelphia: Moderate. Business license and zoning permit required. Primary residence encouraged but not mandated. Moderate enforcement through complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Newark Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Newark Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 34%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Newark?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Newark?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+36%), Bbq (+33%), Washing Machine (+32%).

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

Average daily rate in Newark is $265, up 27% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Newark book an average of 31 days in advance, down 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 36 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 35% 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.

Newark, NJ

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Annual revenue (actual)

$49k

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

48%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$239

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

8.8%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

33 days

12 mo avg

↓2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$104

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

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Newark Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Newark, NJ market

Compare 18 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Newark, NJ 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.Lake Hopatcong	$65.3K 43 listings	14.0% 43 listings
2.The Bayshore	$53.5K 33 listings	12.5% 33 listings
3.The Oranges & Maplewood	$46.0K 97 listings	10.9% 97 listings
4.Union City & West New York	$44.1K 335 listings	9.9% 335 listings
5.Bayonne	$46.4K 138 listings	9.4% 138 listings
6.North Bergen	$37.5K 200 listings	9.4% 200 listings
7.Teaneck & Hackensack	$41.0K 72 listings	9.3% 72 listings
8.Jersey City	$58.4K 510 listings	9.3% 510 listings
9.Kearny & Harrison	$43.3K 28 listings	9.2% 28 listings
10.Newark	$36.8K 193 listings	9.0% 193 listings
11.Montclair & Bloomfield	$44.0K 62 listings	8.7% 62 listings
12.Fort Lee & The Palisades	$47.0K 22 listings	8.4% 22 listings
13.Elizabeth	$41.0K 46 listings	8.3% 46 listings
14.New Brunswick & Edison	$41.5K 30 listings	8.2% 30 listings
15.Linden & Rahway	$36.1K 24 listings	8.0% 24 listings
16.Hoboken	$70.7K 244 listings	7.5% 244 listings
17.Princeton	$57.7K 67 listings	7.4% 67 listings
18.Weehawken	$55.5K 35 listings	7.1% 35 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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