Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Provo?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Provo market averaged 1,071 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 22% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Provo?

Accepted Answer

An average Provo listing earns $42K/year. High-performing listings earn $97K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Provo home prices by size are 2-bedroom $384K, 3-bedroom $474K, and 4+ bedroom $636K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Provo is 37%, producing RevPAR of $89 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Provo?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Provo. Delta: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed. No owner-occupancy mandate or rental caps. Enforcement is moderate—city responds to complaints and conducts some proactive checks. Many hosts operate legally with proper licensing. Some unlicensed operators exist but face penalties when discovered. City has clear regulations but enforcement isn't as aggressive as Vancouver's. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Provo Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Provo Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Provo?

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 Provo?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), Parking (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+89%), Washing Machine (+65%), Internet (+62%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Provo is $279, up 19% year-over-year. Rates peak in December and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Provo book an average of 35 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 days for 1-bedroom listings to 44 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 51% 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.Sundance and Wasatch Foothills	$85.5K 33 listings	14.7% 33 listings
2.Orem Area	$33.7K 146 listings	7.7% 146 listings
3.Lindon and Northern Utah Valley	$42.0K 31 listings	7.6% 31 listings
4.Provo	$29.6K 97 listings	7.3% 97 listings
5.Springville and Mapleton Country	$28.8K 30 listings	6.1% 30 listings
6.Spanish Fork and Payson Country	$26.8K 57 listings	5.6% 57 listings