Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Olympic National Park market averaged 2,208 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 11% from a year earlier and up 29% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

An average Olympic National Park listing earns $50K/year. High-performing listings earn $101K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Median Olympic National Park home prices by size are 1-bedroom $396K, 2-bedroom $465K, 3-bedroom $575K, and 4+ bedroom $730K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Olympic National Park is 37%, producing RevPAR of $107 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Olympic National Park. Olympic National Park is federal land managed by the National Park Service. Short-term rentals are not permitted within park boundaries. Lodging is limited to NPS-approved concessions and campgrounds. Enforcement is active; unauthorized commercial activity results in citations and fines. Nearby gateway communities (Port Angeles, Forks, Sequim) have their own regulations: generally require business licenses, vary by zoning, moderate enforcement. Classification for park itself: Strict (prohibited). Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Olympic National Park Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Olympic National Park Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 28%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Olympic National Park?

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 Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Heating (97%), Internet (95%), Kitchen (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+51%), Washing Machine (+48%), TV (+36%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Olympic National Park is $310, up 19% 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 Olympic National Park?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Olympic National Park book an average of 42 days in advance. Booking windows range from 39 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 Olympic National Park?

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 41% 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.Forks and West Olympic Coast	$54.8K 135 listings	17.1% 135 listings
2.Lake Crescent and Western Clallam	$53.7K 186 listings	12.4% 186 listings
3.Port Angeles Park Gateway	$48.2K 357 listings	12.2% 357 listings
4.Lake Cushman Park Gateway	$37.3K 74 listings	11.2% 74 listings
5.Eastern Clallam Valley	$46.8K 113 listings	10.4% 113 listings
6.Quilcene and Brinnon	$33.9K 26 listings	8.5% 26 listings
7.Port Townsend	$43.9K 76 listings	7.8% 76 listings
8.Sequim and Dungeness	$37.3K 164 listings	7.6% 164 listings
9.Port Ludlow and Eastern Jefferson Shores	$43.7K 63 listings	6.8% 63 listings