North La County

As of May 2026, Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Lancaster, Simi Valley have 2,597 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 12% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in North LA County generates $42K per year. High-performing properties earn $110K/year, while low-performing properties earn $15K/year. The massive earnings gap indicates that listing performance is highly polarized, likely driven by specific property attributes or positioning that capture the limited 34% occupancy pool effectively.

Average home prices in North LA County vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $401K, 2-bedroom homes average $484K, 3-bedroom properties are around $709K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $830K. These prices reflect median home values across the Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Lancaster, Simi Valley area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in North LA County, with an average gross yield of 6% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 16%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide spread suggests that while the broader market faces revenue headwinds, elite properties maintain strong returns despite contracting supply.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in North LA County is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $311, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $80 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in North LA County, with an average gross yield of 9% and annual revenue of $69K. These properties balance purchase price ($830K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the North LA County market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the North LA County area. Santa Clarita: Strict. Banned in residential zones since 2018. Only permitted in commercial areas with CUP. Active code enforcement with fines for violations. Palmdale: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. Some enforcement but many hosts operate without permits in practice. Lancaster: Moderate. Business license and TOT registration required. Zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement is complaint-driven, inconsistent. Simi Valley: Strict. Effectively prohibited in residential zones. Requires CUP which is rarely granted. Active enforcement against violators. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The North LA County Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 6%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous contraction in both inventory and revenue suggests a market recalibrating toward a new equilibrium where lower supply helps mitigate steeper potential income declines.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 1% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in North LA County listings include: Kitchen (95%), Tv (87%), Washing Machine (79%), Air Conditioning (73%), Heating (72%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Hot Tub, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 52% more ($73K/year vs $48K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in North LA County over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $2K, July: $3K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $2K, November: $2K, December: $3K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $3K, April: $3K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in North LA County is $311, up 14% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $139/night, 2-bedroom properties average $268/night, 3-bedroom properties average $361/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $565/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in May.

Guests in North LA County book an average of 29 days in advance, down 14% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 25 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 31 days, 4+ bedroom: 33 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the North LA County Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 12%, revenue per listing decreased 6%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 14%, and lead time decreased 14%. The shift toward shorter lead times and higher rates despite lower occupancy suggests hosts are prioritizing price integrity over volume.

In North LA County, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 29% higher occupancy than weekdays.