Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Rockaway Beach market averaged 1,418 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 21% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

An average Rockaway Beach listing earns $52K/year. High-performing listings earn $110K, while low-performing listings earn $22K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Rockaway Beach home prices by size are 1-bedroom $549K, 2-bedroom $416K, 3-bedroom $504K, and 4+ bedroom $784K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Rockaway Beach is 34%, producing RevPAR of $127 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Rockaway Beach. Rockaway Beach: Lenient. Business license required, no owner-occupancy rules. Light enforcement, many operate without permits.
Manzanita: Moderate. Transient lodging license required, annual renewal, inspections. Moderate enforcement with complaints-driven action.
Cannon Beach: Strict. Conditional use permit required, owner-occupancy mandated for new permits, density caps by zone. Active enforcement with regular monitoring and violations pursued. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Rockaway Beach Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Rockaway Beach Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 20%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Rockaway Beach?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Kitchen (98%), Heating (96%), TV (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+42%), Ev Charger (+38%), Washing Machine (+34%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Rockaway Beach is $356, up 15% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Rockaway Beach book an average of 45 days in advance, up 7% from last year. Booking windows range from 35 days for 1-bedroom listings to 56 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 53% 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.South Nehalem Bay	$67.6K 41 listings	13.2% 41 listings
2.Rockaway Beach	$45.6K 403 listings	10.1% 403 listings
3.Garibaldi and Bay City	$36.6K 25 listings	9.6% 25 listings
4.Manzanita and North Nehalem Bay	$57.8K 410 listings	7.7% 410 listings