How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in North Myrtle Beach?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the North Myrtle Beach market averaged 12,936 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 20% from a year earlier and up 41% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in North Myrtle Beach?

An average North Myrtle Beach listing earns $46K/year. High-performing listings earn $93K, while low-performing listings earn $23K.

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in North Myrtle Beach?

Median North Myrtle Beach home prices by size are 1-bedroom $177K, 2-bedroom $250K, 3-bedroom $379K, and 4+ bedroom $531K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in North Myrtle Beach?

Average occupancy in North Myrtle Beach is 34%, producing RevPAR of $95 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in North Myrtle Beach?

Rules vary across North Myrtle Beach. North Myrtle Beach: Moderate. Business license required, occupancy permits, safety inspections. Some zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement is moderate with complaint-driven inspections. Myrtle Beach: Moderate. Business license and accommodations tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules. Zoning compliance enforced moderately, primarily complaint-based. Surfside Beach: Lenient. Business license and accommodations tax required. No density limits or owner-occupancy requirements. Light enforcement, mainly focused on tax collection and noise complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the North Myrtle Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The North Myrtle Beach Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 20% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 19%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in North Myrtle Beach?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in North Myrtle Beach?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), TV (99%), Internet (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Ev Charger (+43%), Washing Machine (+39%), Gym (+14%).

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in North Myrtle Beach?

Average daily rate in North Myrtle Beach is $298, up 14% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in North Myrtle Beach?

Guests in North Myrtle Beach book an average of 44 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 57 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in North Myrtle Beach?

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 33% 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)

$56.3k

12 mo avg

↑12%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

39%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$308

12 mo avg

↑21%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

13.2%

Current potential

↑0.0 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

44 days

12 mo avg

↑2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$114

12 mo avg

↑26%

from prior 12 mo

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North Myrtle Beach Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the North Myrtle Beach, SC market

Compare 10 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader North Myrtle Beach, SC 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.Northern Myrtle Beach & Arcadian Coast	$39.9K 2,288 listings	15.0% 2,288 listings
2.North Myrtle Beach Coast	$47.9K 4,095 listings	13.0% 4,095 listings
3.Atlantic Beach	$51.0K 28 listings	12.9% 28 listings
4.Little River & Surroundings	$26.6K 57 listings	12.4% 57 listings
5.Barefoot & Western Waterway	$35.8K 345 listings	10.4% 345 listings
6.Calabash & Golf-Country Surroundings	$24.9K 49 listings	9.2% 49 listings
7.Ocean Isle Mainland & Shallotte Approaches	$36.1K 42 listings	8.8% 42 listings
8.Ocean Isle Beach Island	$49.2K 200 listings	8.5% 200 listings
9.Sunset Beach Mainland	$24.8K 126 listings	8.4% 126 listings
10.Sunset Beach Island	$42.6K 53 listings	7.6% 53 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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