Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Ocean City market averaged 8,024 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 23% from a year earlier and up 49% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

An average Ocean City listing earns $33K/year. High-performing listings earn $88K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Ocean City home prices by size are 1-bedroom $196K, 2-bedroom $224K, 3-bedroom $302K, and 4+ bedroom $574K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Ocean City is 23%, producing RevPAR of $72 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Ocean City. Ocean City: Moderate. Rental license required, annual inspections mandatory, occupancy limits enforced. Active code enforcement with regular inspections and fines for violations.
Assateague Island: Lenient. National/state park land with limited private property. Few private rentals exist; those that do follow county rules with minimal oversight.
Berlin: Lenient. Business license required, basic zoning compliance. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Small town with minimal short-term rental activity. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Ocean City Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Ocean City Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 23% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Ocean City?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (98%), TV (97%), Internet (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bicycles (+42%), Washing Machine (+37%), Bbq (+30%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Ocean City is $319, up 11% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Ocean City book an average of 43 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 38 days for 1-bedroom listings to 50 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 49% 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.Salisbury Area	$38.5K 47 listings	16.0% 47 listings
2.North Ocean City	$46.7K 829 listings	11.2% 829 listings
3.Downtown Ocean City	$48.2K 583 listings	10.7% 583 listings
4.Midtown Ocean City	$45.4K 671 listings	10.2% 671 listings
5.Ocean Pines	$42.3K 115 listings	10.2% 115 listings
6.West Ocean City & Berlin	$53.9K 102 listings	9.9% 102 listings
7.Selbyville & Delaware Route 54 Corridor	$59.6K 100 listings	9.8% 100 listings
8.Fenwick Island	$73.5K 21 listings	6.2% 21 listings