Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Paso Robles market averaged 1,776 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 3% from a year earlier.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

An average Paso Robles listing earns $70K/year. High-performing listings earn $148K, while low-performing listings earn $27K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Median Paso Robles home prices by size are 1-bedroom $545K, 2-bedroom $570K, 3-bedroom $772K, and 4+ bedroom $988K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Paso Robles is 34%, producing RevPAR of $152 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Paso Robles. Paso Robles: Moderate. Permit required, TOT collection, 28-day minimum in residential zones. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action.
San Luis Obispo: Strict. Hosted-only STRs allowed, owner must be present, annual permit required. Active enforcement, violations prosecuted.
Morro Bay: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate, density caps by zone. Active enforcement with fines and shutdowns.
Cambria: Strict. Moratorium on new permits since 1986, existing permits grandfathered. Heavily restricted, actively enforced. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Paso Robles Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Paso Robles Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 20%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), TV (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+80%), Washing Machine (+57%), Hot Tub (+53%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Paso Robles is $485, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Paso Robles book an average of 43 days in advance. Booking windows range from 35 days for 1-bedroom listings to 52 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Paso Robles?

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 103% 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.Lake Nacimiento	$77.7K 28 listings	11.5% 28 listings
2.Paso Robles West Side	$80.6K 86 listings	11.1% 86 listings
3.Paso Robles East Side	$66.0K 131 listings	9.5% 131 listings
4.Paso Robles	$50.9K 213 listings	9.2% 213 listings
5.Atascadero	$56.8K 74 listings	8.5% 74 listings
6.Cambria & San Simeon	$68.0K 217 listings	7.3% 217 listings
7.Templeton	$78.7K 41 listings	6.8% 41 listings
8.Cayucos	$61.1K 105 listings	5.5% 105 listings