Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Palm Bay market averaged 4,861 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 28% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

An average Palm Bay listing earns $49K/year. High-performing listings earn $106K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Palm Bay home prices by size are 1-bedroom $148K, 2-bedroom $223K, 3-bedroom $382K, and 4+ bedroom $503K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Palm Bay is 42%, producing RevPAR of $103 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Palm Bay. Palm Bay: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning compliance needed. Standard enforcement through complaints.
Melbourne: Moderate. Business tax receipt and state registration required. Zoning restrictions apply. Complaint-based enforcement.
Cocoa Beach: Lenient. Business tax receipt and state registration needed. No occupancy rules or caps. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-driven.
Vero Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, minimum 30-day rentals in most residential zones. Complaint-based enforcement with some proactive monitoring. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Palm Bay Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Palm Bay Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 16%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and July; it is lowest in October and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Palm Bay?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (100%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+44%), Pool (+37%), Washing Machine (+33%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Palm Bay is $297, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Palm Bay book an average of 47 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 34 days for 1-bedroom listings to 53 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 24% 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.Melbourne & Eau Gallie	$36.1K 259 listings	14.3% 259 listings
2.Cape Canaveral	$37.2K 435 listings	13.3% 435 listings
3.Vero Beach & West Indian River	$35.0K 224 listings	11.9% 224 listings
4.Merritt Island & Rockledge	$38.3K 161 listings	11.7% 161 listings
5.Cocoa Beach	$48.2K 971 listings	11.3% 971 listings
6.Palm Bay & South Brevard	$32.7K 129 listings	10.7% 129 listings
7.Melbourne Beach & South Beaches	$76.2K 156 listings	10.7% 156 listings
8.Indialantic & Satellite Beach	$44.9K 430 listings	10.2% 430 listings
9.Sebastian & Barefoot Bay	$30.9K 141 listings	9.5% 141 listings
10.Vero Beach Barrier Island	$54.9K 84 listings	4.9% 84 listings