Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Poconos?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Poconos market averaged 4,419 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 10% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Poconos?

Accepted Answer

An average Poconos listing earns $57K/year. High-performing listings earn $134K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Poconos home prices by size are 1-bedroom $154K, 2-bedroom $219K, 3-bedroom $307K, and 4+ bedroom $393K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Poconos is 31%, producing RevPAR of $127 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Poconos?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Poconos. Pocono Mountains (Monroe County): Moderate. Registration required, zoning compliance, inspections needed. Enforcement varies by township; some areas more active than others. Many hosts operate successfully.
Stroudsburg: Moderate. Business permit and zoning approval required, rental tax collection mandatory. Enforcement present but not aggressive; hosts generally comply with registration.
Mount Pocono: Lenient. Basic business registration needed, minimal restrictions. Light enforcement, many STRs operate with standard compliance to tax requirements. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Poconos Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Poconos Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Poconos?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Poconos?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), TV (99%), Heating (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+44%), Washing Machine (+40%), Hot Tub (+39%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Poconos is $420, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Poconos book an average of 34 days in advance, up 4% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 39 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 116% 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.Tobyhanna & Mount Pocono	$52.0K 354 listings	20.0% 354 listings
2.Stroudsburg & East Stroudsburg	$66.1K 299 listings	18.6% 299 listings
3.Pocono Lake & Long Pond	$51.8K 582 listings	17.1% 582 listings
4.Bushkill & Saw Creek	$45.7K 61 listings	15.2% 61 listings
5.Tannersville & Camelback	$46.6K 128 listings	13.6% 128 listings
6.Poconos West End	$38.0K 26 listings	11.6% 26 listings