How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Richmond?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Richmond market averaged 2,165 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 10% from a year earlier and up 49% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Richmond?

An average Richmond listing earns $46K/year. High-performing listings earn $92K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

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

Median Richmond home prices by size are 1-bedroom $272K, 2-bedroom $283K, 3-bedroom $364K, and 4+ bedroom $477K.

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

Average occupancy in Richmond is 38%, producing RevPAR of $99 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Richmond?

Rules vary across Richmond. Richmond: Moderate. Business license required, zoning restrictions apply, some areas prohibit STRs. Enforcement varies by neighborhood with complaint-driven action. Williamsburg: Lenient. Business license and meal tax registration required. No owner-occupancy mandate. Light enforcement, primarily tax-focused. Charlottesville: Strict. Zoning permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory for most, density caps in residential zones. Active enforcement with violations pursued. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Richmond Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Richmond Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 27%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Richmond?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Richmond?

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (98%), Kitchen (97%), TV (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Ev Charger (+133%), Hot Tub (+126%), Pool (+104%).

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

Average daily rate in Richmond is $296, up 29% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Richmond book an average of 36 days in advance, up 13% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 49 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 61% 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.

Richmond, VA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$42.5k

12 mo avg

↑3%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

42%

12 mo avg

↓6%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$245

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

9.8%

Current potential

↓0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

34 days

12 mo avg

↑3 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$89

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

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Richmond Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Richmond, VA market

Compare 17 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Richmond, VA 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.Louisa Countryside	$52.7K 21 listings	19.3% 21 listings
2.Manchester & South Richmond	$37.5K 40 listings	17.0% 40 listings
3.Petersburg & Dinwiddie Area	$38.1K 29 listings	16.3% 29 listings
4.Northern Chesterfield Suburbs	$45.6K 21 listings	15.1% 21 listings
5.North Richmond	$37.7K 53 listings	14.3% 53 listings
6.Eastern Lake Anna & Spotsylvania	$78.3K 33 listings	13.5% 33 listings
7.Lakeside & Northern Henrico	$47.5K 29 listings	12.5% 29 listings
8.Mineral & Kentucky Springs Area	$105K 33 listings	11.8% 33 listings
9.Church Hill & East Richmond	$30.4K 84 listings	11.2% 84 listings
10.Lake Anna — New Bridge & Hensley	$55.3K 43 listings	11.1% 43 listings
11.Museum District & Carytown Area	$44.9K 44 listings	10.6% 44 listings
12.Forest Hill & Southwest Richmond	$37.8K 43 listings	10.5% 43 listings
13.Near West End Richmond	$47.6K 34 listings	10.3% 34 listings
14.Southern Lake Anna & Bumpass Area	$76.1K 38 listings	10.2% 38 listings
15.The Fan & Central Richmond	$35.8K 144 listings	10.0% 144 listings
16.Glen Allen Area	$44.3K 23 listings	10.0% 23 listings
17.Downtown Richmond & Shockoe	$24.7K 84 listings	8.5% 84 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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