Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Palm Springs market averaged 15,639 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 3% from a year earlier and up 13% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

An average Palm Springs listing earns $60K/year. High-performing listings earn $187K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Palm Springs home prices by size are 1-bedroom $227K, 2-bedroom $339K, 3-bedroom $449K, and 4+ bedroom $547K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Palm Springs is 30%, producing RevPAR of $141 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Palm Springs. Palm Springs: Moderate. Business license required, TOT registration, 28-night minimum in residential zones. Moderate enforcement with complaint-based response.
Joshua Tree: Lenient. Business license and TOT permit required. No occupancy rules or caps. Light enforcement, many unpermitted rentals operate.
Indio: Moderate. Conditional use permit required, business license, TOT registration. Standards enforced but limited proactive monitoring.
Palm Desert: Strict. Prohibited in most residential zones except R-3. Requires CUP where allowed. Active enforcement with citations and fines. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Palm Springs Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Palm Springs Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in April and March; it is lowest in October and August.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (96%), Internet (96%), Kitchen (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+34%), Washing Machine (+31%), Ev Charger (+25%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Palm Springs is $501, up 13% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Palm Springs book an average of 42 days in advance, up 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 32 days for 1-bedroom listings to 51 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 78% 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.Rancho Mirage	$54.0K 22 listings	18.0% 22 listings
2.Morongo Valley	$43.9K 36 listings	15.7% 36 listings
3.Coachella	$74.8K 65 listings	15.7% 65 listings
4.Twentynine Palms	$33.5K 287 listings	14.9% 287 listings
5.Yucca Valley	$48.1K 551 listings	14.5% 551 listings
6.Landers	$35.8K 84 listings	14.4% 84 listings
7.Joshua Tree	$45.0K 825 listings	13.4% 825 listings
8.Desert Hot Springs & Sky Valley	$49.9K 186 listings	12.9% 186 listings
9.Bermuda Dunes	$72.8K 73 listings	12.9% 73 listings
10.Indio	$62.1K 557 listings	12.0% 557 listings
11.Cathedral City	$41.8K 58 listings	11.8% 58 listings
12.North & Central Palm Springs	$80.5K 1,110 listings	10.1% 1,110 listings
13.Pioneertown	$57.6K 40 listings	9.8% 40 listings
14.La Quinta	$56.6K 857 listings	9.7% 857 listings
15.Palm Desert	$43.0K 463 listings	9.5% 463 listings
16.South Palm Springs	$79.4K 649 listings	9.0% 649 listings
17.Idyllwild & Mountain Communities	$39.8K 257 listings	8.9% 257 listings
18.Indian Wells	$47.2K 36 listings	5.7% 36 listings