Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Palm Beach?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Palm Beach market averaged 5,241 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 2% from a year earlier and up 9% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Palm Beach?

Accepted Answer

An average Palm Beach listing earns $58K/year. High-performing listings earn $141K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Palm Beach home prices by size are 1-bedroom $166K, 2-bedroom $329K, 3-bedroom $531K, and 4+ bedroom $770K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Palm Beach is 42%, producing RevPAR of $120 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Palm Beach?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Palm Beach. Palm Beach: Strict. STRs prohibited in most zones, very limited exceptions. Active enforcement with fines.
West Palm Beach: Moderate. Business tax receipt required, zoning restrictions apply. Moderate enforcement, some unlicensed activity.
Boca Raton: Strict. 30-day minimum rental requirement effectively bans STRs. Active code enforcement.
Delray Beach: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, annual registration, density caps by zone. Active enforcement with penalties. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Palm Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Palm Beach Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 13%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and February; it is lowest in September and October.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Palm Beach?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), TV (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Bbq (+49%), Pool (+49%), Hot Tub (+42%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Palm Beach is $360, up 17% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in September.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Palm Beach book an average of 34 days in advance, up 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 26 days for 1-bedroom listings to 45 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 29% 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.Singer Island & Palm Beach Shores	$75.6K 326 listings	17.0% 326 listings
2.Boynton Beach	$52.2K 240 listings	16.8% 240 listings
3.Lake Worth Beach & Greenacres	$39.2K 471 listings	14.3% 471 listings
4.Palm Beach Island	$48.6K 117 listings	12.5% 117 listings
5.West Palm Beach Downtown & North	$46.1K 562 listings	11.9% 562 listings
6.West Palm Beach South & Central	$50.3K 367 listings	10.2% 367 listings
7.Palm Beach Gardens & North Palm Beach	$57.5K 442 listings	10.1% 442 listings
8.Jupiter & Tequesta	$58.9K 307 listings	9.7% 307 listings
9.Wellington & Inland West	$47.2K 169 listings	9.4% 169 listings
10.Delray Beach & North Boca	$59.3K 627 listings	8.8% 627 listings
11.Riviera Beach Mainland	$36.1K 33 listings	8.3% 33 listings