How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Oakland?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Oakland market averaged 3,089 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 23% from a year earlier and down 22% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Oakland?

An average Oakland listing earns $37K/year. High-performing listings earn $75K, while low-performing listings earn $10K.

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

Median Oakland home prices by size are 1-bedroom $386K, 2-bedroom $640K, 3-bedroom $1.0M, and 4+ bedroom $1.3M.

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

Average occupancy in Oakland is 45%, producing RevPAR of $72 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Oakland?

Rules vary across Oakland. Oakland: Strict. Registration required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 90-day cap for non-hosted. Active enforcement with fines. San Francisco: Strict. Registration mandatory, owner-occupancy required, 90-day cap for unhosted. Heavy enforcement, significant penalties. Berkeley: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 90-day annual cap. Active enforcement. San Jose: Strict. Permit required, primary residence only, 180-day cap. Active enforcement with substantial fines. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Oakland Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Oakland Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 23% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 47%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Oakland?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Oakland?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Kitchen (96%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+49%), Hot Tub (+46%), Internet (+39%).

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

Average daily rate in Oakland is $228, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Oakland book an average of 32 days in advance, up 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 3-bedroom listings to 33 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 17% 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.

Oakland, CA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$42k

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

53%

12 mo avg

↑1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$207

12 mo avg

↑15%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

5.5%

Current potential

↑0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

33 days

12 mo avg

↑3 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$79

12 mo avg

↑23%

from prior 12 mo

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Oakland Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Oakland, CA market

Compare 22 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Oakland, CA 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.Walnut Creek	$52.7K 90 listings	10.3% 90 listings
2.Concord	$49.0K 90 listings	9.7% 90 listings
3.Antioch & Pittsburg	$45.4K 25 listings	8.7% 25 listings
4.Oakland Hills	$42.1K 93 listings	8.0% 93 listings
5.Discovery Bay & Brentwood	$62.0K 34 listings	7.9% 34 listings
6.Downtown & Lake Merritt	$37.8K 123 listings	7.4% 123 listings
7.West Oakland	$35.7K 70 listings	7.2% 70 listings
8.Pleasant Hill & Martinez	$39.3K 41 listings	7.2% 41 listings
9.Richmond	$34.7K 79 listings	7.1% 79 listings
10.North Oakland & Emeryville	$39.8K 167 listings	7.1% 167 listings
11.Pleasanton & Dublin	$60.4K 24 listings	6.4% 24 listings
12.East Oakland	$32.0K 60 listings	6.4% 60 listings
13.Castro Valley	$41.3K 60 listings	5.9% 60 listings
14.Alameda	$40.2K 133 listings	5.8% 133 listings
15.Hayward & Union City	$48.1K 80 listings	5.7% 80 listings
16.Fruitvale & Dimond District	$29.8K 95 listings	5.5% 95 listings
17.North & West Berkeley	$44.0K 117 listings	5.4% 117 listings
18.San Leandro	$36.9K 42 listings	5.3% 42 listings
19.Fremont & Newark	$58.1K 79 listings	4.9% 79 listings
20.Albany & El Cerrito	$39.4K 76 listings	4.6% 76 listings
21.South Berkeley & Elmwood	$39.8K 100 listings	4.5% 100 listings
22.Lamorinda	$50.3K 28 listings	3.8% 28 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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