Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Oahu?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Oahu market averaged 7,087 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 8% from a year earlier and down 11% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Oahu?

Accepted Answer

An average Oahu listing earns $76K/year. High-performing listings earn $172K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Oahu home prices by size are 1-bedroom $408K, 2-bedroom $620K, 3-bedroom $1.0M, and 4+ bedroom $1.2M.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Oahu is 47%, producing RevPAR of $152 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Oahu?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across the Oahu market. Verify current requirements with the property's local authority before operating.

Question 6

Is the Oahu Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Oahu Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Oahu?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and March; it is lowest in November and October.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Oahu?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (98%), Internet (98%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Heating (+76%), Washing Machine (+36%), TV (+34%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Oahu is $387, up 13% year-over-year. Rates peak in December and are lowest in September.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Oahu book an average of 47 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 46 days for 1-bedroom listings to 69 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekend occupancy is 9% 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.Ko Olina	$197K 362 listings	28.0% 362 listings
2.Waianae Coast	$134K 164 listings	26.2% 164 listings
3.Central Waikiki	$68.9K 1,282 listings	14.8% 1,282 listings
4.Waikiki Beachfront	$64.3K 1,251 listings	13.3% 1,251 listings
5.Windward Oahu	$106K 50 listings	12.2% 50 listings
6.Waikiki Ala Wai	$57.5K 645 listings	11.1% 645 listings
7.Diamond Head & Kaimuki	$49.4K 83 listings	10.9% 83 listings
8.Koolauloa	$90.7K 360 listings	10.7% 360 listings
9.Downtown Honolulu & Kalihi	$54.9K 90 listings	10.3% 90 listings
10.North Shore	$118K 58 listings	9.3% 58 listings
11.Ala Moana & Kakaako	$51.2K 29 listings	8.3% 29 listings