How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Orange County?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Orange County market averaged 4,980 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 18% from a year earlier and down 12% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Orange County?

An average Orange County listing earns $88K/year. High-performing listings earn $202K, while low-performing listings earn $24K.

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

Median Orange County home prices by size are 1-bedroom $521K, 2-bedroom $790K, 3-bedroom $1.2M, and 4+ bedroom $1.6M.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Orange County?

Average occupancy in Orange County is 42%, producing RevPAR of $191 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Orange County?

Rules vary across Orange County. Long Beach: Strict. STRs banned citywide except hosted stays. Primary residence required, 30-day minimum for unhosted. Active enforcement with citations and fines. Huntington Beach: Strict. Primary residence requirement, owner must be present during rental, 30-day minimum for unhosted. Active code enforcement, frequent violations cited. Newport Beach: Strict. Complete ban on STRs under 30 days in residential zones. Aggressive enforcement through code compliance and neighbor complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Orange County Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Orange County Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 18% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 53%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Orange County?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Orange County?

The most common amenities are TV (98%), Kitchen (97%), Internet (94%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+40%), Washing Machine (+24%), Bicycles (+16%).

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

Average daily rate in Orange County is $494, up 20% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Orange County book an average of 40 days in advance, up 12% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 46 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 35% 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.

Orange County, CA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$87k

12 mo avg

↑12%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

51%

12 mo avg

↑0%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$397

12 mo avg

↑11%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

5.4%

Current potential

↓0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

41 days

12 mo avg

↑4 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$185

12 mo avg

↑22%

from prior 12 mo

Orange County Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Orange County, CA

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
Avalon & Catalina Island	$89.3K 182 listings	10.5% 182 listings
Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills & Lake Forest	$82.0K 120 listings	8.5% 120 listings
Laguna Niguel & San Juan Capistrano	$63.6K 22 listings	8.2% 22 listings
Santa Ana	$47.6K 298 listings	7.6% 298 listings
Costa Mesa	$63.4K 103 listings	7.2% 103 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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