Osage Beach

As of May 2026, Osage Beach, Lake Ozark, Camdenton have 4,473 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 2% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Osage Beach generates $27K per year. High-performing properties earn $63K/year, while low-performing properties earn $13K/year. The substantial variance between top and bottom performers suggests that revenue outcomes are heavily bifurcated by specific asset positioning rather than uniform market performance.

Average home prices in Osage Beach vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $0, 2-bedroom homes average $167K, 3-bedroom properties are around $239K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $481K. These prices reflect median home values across the Osage Beach, Lake Ozark, Camdenton area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Osage Beach, with an average gross yield of 11% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 25%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide spread in yield potential highlights a market where significant capital efficiency is accessible only to a select segment of listings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Osage Beach is 23%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $281, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $55 per day.

2-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Osage Beach, with an average gross yield of 10% and annual revenue of $19K. These properties balance purchase price ($167K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Osage Beach market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Osage Beach area. Osage Beach: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business licensing. Minimal enforcement. Lake Ozark: Lenient. Business license required, but no STR-specific rules or caps. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven. Camdenton: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license may apply. Minimal active enforcement of rentals. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Osage Beach Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The contraction in revenue despite stagnant supply growth signals a softening in consumer willingness to pay, suggesting a shift toward a more price-sensitive environment.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 53% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (December-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Osage Beach listings include: Air Conditioning (100%), Kitchen (96%), Washing Machine (81%), Tv (74%), Balcony (64%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Hot Tub, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 32% more ($54K/year vs $41K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Osage Beach over the last 12 months: May: $2K, June: $4K, July: $4K, August: $4K, September: $2K, October: $1K, November: $715, December: $563, January: $301, February: $312, March: $988, April: $1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Osage Beach is $281, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $153/night, 2-bedroom properties average $178/night, 3-bedroom properties average $266/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $518/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Guests in Osage Beach book an average of 36 days in advance, down 19% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 27 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Osage Beach Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 2%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 19%. These indicators point to a tightening market where higher nightly rates are struggling to offset declining occupancy and compressed booking windows.

In Osage Beach, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 72% higher occupancy than weekdays.