Poughkeepsie-newburgh

As of May 2026, Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Beacon, Kingston have 1,309 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 14% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh generates $49K per year. High-performing properties earn $119K/year, while low-performing properties earn $20K/year. The substantial spread between top earners and the average suggests that revenue potential is highly polarized, likely driven by specific property attributes or operational models that capture the limited demand.

Average home prices in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $229K, 2-bedroom homes average $369K, 3-bedroom properties are around $488K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $636K. These prices reflect median home values across the Poughkeepsie, Newburgh, Beacon, Kingston area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, with an average gross yield of 10% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 24%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. This wide yield variance indicates that while the market average is modest, top-tier assets are significantly outperforming in a climate of contracting supply and revenue.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $374, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $91 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, with an average gross yield of 13% and annual revenue of $86K. These properties balance purchase price ($636K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh area. Poughkeepsie: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply. Enforcement exists but inconsistent - some hosts operate without compliance. Newburgh: Lenient. No specific STR regulations currently enforced. Hosts operate with minimal oversight, standard business licenses only. Beacon: Moderate. Special use permit required, owner-occupancy preferred but not absolute. Selective enforcement, some unpermitted units exist. Kingston: Moderate. Registration and safety inspections required. Growing enforcement but many hosts still operate informally or unregistered. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 27%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous decline in both supply and revenue suggests a contraction where market participants are exiting as the overall income potential per unit diminishes.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak fall season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 9% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh listings include: Air Conditioning (97%), Kitchen (96%), Tv (87%), Heating (80%), Washing Machine (65%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Washing Machine, with Pool properties earning approximately 112% more ($134K/year vs $63K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh over the last 12 months: May: $3K, June: $3K, July: $4K, August: $4K, September: $3K, October: $4K, November: $3K, December: $3K, January: $2K, February: $2K, March: $2K, April: $2K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh is $374, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $180/night, 2-bedroom properties average $289/night, 3-bedroom properties average $390/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $778/night. Rates peak in August and are lowest in March.

Guests in Poughkeepsie-Newburgh book an average of 34 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 34 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 14%, revenue per listing decreased 27%, occupancy fell 18%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 20%. These shifts reflect a tightening market where hosts are raising rates to compensate for lower occupancy, despite a reduction in total available listings.

In Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 70% higher occupancy than weekdays.