How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Providence?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Providence market averaged 946 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 4% from a year earlier and up 14% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Providence?

An average Providence listing earns $41K/year. High-performing listings earn $85K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

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

Median Providence home prices by size are 1-bedroom $280K, 2-bedroom $385K, 3-bedroom $492K, and 4+ bedroom $595K.

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

Average occupancy in Providence is 43%, producing RevPAR of $90 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Providence?

Rules vary across Providence. Providence: Moderate. Registration required, safety inspections, owner-occupancy for multi-family units. Moderate enforcement with some violations cited. Newport: Strict. License required, 3% hotel tax, owner-occupancy mandate, density limits in historic districts. Active enforcement with regular inspections and fines. Warwick: Lenient. Business license and registration needed, basic safety standards. Light enforcement, many hosts operate informally without significant penalties. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Providence Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Providence Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 18%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Providence?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Providence?

The most common amenities are Internet (100%), Kitchen (98%), Air Conditioning (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+48%), Heating (+43%), Washing Machine (+38%).

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

Average daily rate in Providence is $248, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Providence book an average of 30 days in advance. Booking windows range from 24 days for 1-bedroom listings to 35 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 54% 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.

Providence, RI

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Annual revenue (actual)

$48.1k

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

46%

12 mo avg

↓4%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$250

12 mo avg

↑21%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

9.1%

Current potential

↓0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

34 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$99

12 mo avg

↑14%

from prior 12 mo

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Providence Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Providence, RI market

Compare 11 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Providence, RI 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.College Hill	$68.1K 30 listings	13.1% 30 listings
2.North Providence, Johnston, Smithfield and Lincoln	$34.3K 20 listings	11.6% 20 listings
3.Warwick	$40.9K 42 listings	11.0% 42 listings
4.Downtown Providence	$41.4K 25 listings	10.5% 25 listings
5.Fox Point	$46.2K 21 listings	9.7% 21 listings
6.Charles and Wanskuck	$35.1K 20 listings	9.3% 20 listings
7.Federal Hill	$40.4K 59 listings	8.9% 59 listings
8.Olneyville, Valley and Smith Hill	$33.7K 42 listings	8.7% 42 listings
9.Barrington and Warren	$41.9K 43 listings	8.7% 43 listings
10.Pawtucket and Central Falls	$29.8K 28 listings	8.4% 28 listings
11.Northern East Side	$37.3K 64 listings	6.8% 64 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

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Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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