How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Pittsburgh?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Pittsburgh market averaged 4,673 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 50% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Pittsburgh?

An average Pittsburgh listing earns $36K/year. High-performing listings earn $70K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

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

Median Pittsburgh home prices by size are 1-bedroom $109K, 2-bedroom $142K, 3-bedroom $209K, and 4+ bedroom $306K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Pittsburgh?

Average occupancy in Pittsburgh is 37%, producing RevPAR of $77 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Pittsburgh?

Rules vary across Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh: Moderate. Registration required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Owner-occupancy required for entire-home rentals over 30 days annually. No density limits. Enforcement exists but inconsistent. Morgantown: Lenient. Business license required, basic zoning rules. No owner-occupancy mandate. Minimal enforcement; many operate without compliance. Youngstown: Lenient. Business license and health permits technically required. Minimal regulations, very light enforcement. Most hosts operate informally. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Pittsburgh Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Pittsburgh Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 23%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Pittsburgh?

RevPAR is highest in July and April; it is lowest in March and February.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Pittsburgh?

The most common amenities are Heating (98%), Internet (98%), Air Conditioning (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+60%), Pool (+59%), Washing Machine (+38%).

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

Average daily rate in Pittsburgh is $239, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in April and are lowest in March.

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

Guests in Pittsburgh book an average of 34 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 39 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 70% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

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Annual revenue (actual)

$41.2k

12 mo avg

↑17%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

42%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$228

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

16.5%

Current potential

↑0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

35 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$88

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

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Pittsburgh Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Pittsburgh, PA market

Compare 7 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Pittsburgh, PA rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Weirton & East Liverpool	$29.8K 23 listings	28.8% 23 listings
2.Laurel Highlands	$36.3K 320 listings	17.5% 320 listings
3.Washington & Greene Country	$30.6K 32 listings	17.4% 32 listings
4.Pittsburgh City	$36.8K 1,139 listings	17.1% 1,139 listings
5.North Pittsburgh Region	$32.7K 114 listings	17.0% 114 listings
6.Pittsburgh Suburbs	$29.5K 304 listings	16.5% 304 listings
7.East Suburbs	$29.3K 69 listings	14.5% 69 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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