Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Newark?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Newark?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Newark?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

Is the Newark Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Newark?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Newark?

Accepted Answer

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%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

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

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 35% 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.Lake Hopatcong	$63.9K 45 listings	14.1% 45 listings
2.The Bayshore	$54.8K 34 listings	13.1% 34 listings
3.The Oranges & Maplewood	$45.5K 98 listings	12.3% 98 listings
4.Irvington	$43.7K 20 listings	10.3% 20 listings
5.Union City & West New York	$43.6K 343 listings	9.9% 343 listings
6.Teaneck & Hackensack	$42.7K 71 listings	9.8% 71 listings
7.Bayonne	$47.2K 137 listings	9.6% 137 listings
8.North Bergen	$38.7K 210 listings	9.5% 210 listings
9.Jersey City	$58.7K 540 listings	9.4% 540 listings
10.Newark	$37.8K 194 listings	9.2% 194 listings
11.Linden & Rahway	$38.6K 21 listings	9.1% 21 listings
12.Kearny & Harrison	$43.3K 30 listings	8.8% 30 listings
13.Morristown & Parsippany	$54.1K 20 listings	8.6% 20 listings
14.Montclair & Bloomfield	$44.4K 64 listings	8.3% 64 listings
15.Elizabeth	$40.4K 47 listings	8.3% 47 listings
16.Fort Lee & The Palisades	$49.3K 21 listings	8.2% 21 listings
17.Weehawken	$61.4K 34 listings	8.1% 34 listings
18.New Brunswick & Edison	$38.9K 31 listings	7.9% 31 listings
19.Hoboken	$72.7K 253 listings	7.6% 253 listings
20.Princeton	$54.9K 71 listings	7.2% 71 listings