Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Rocky Mountain National Park market averaged 6,497 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 20% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

An average Rocky Mountain National Park listing earns $50K/year. High-performing listings earn $110K, while low-performing listings earn $21K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Median Rocky Mountain National Park home prices by size are 1-bedroom $363K, 2-bedroom $502K, 3-bedroom $687K, and 4+ bedroom $1.0M.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Rocky Mountain National Park is 29%, producing RevPAR of $113 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Rocky Mountain National Park. Estes Park: Moderate. Business license required, safety inspections, sales tax collection. Most hosts comply; enforcement exists but not aggressive.
Boulder: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, 250-day annual cap, license mandatory. Active enforcement with complaints investigated and fines issued.
Fort Collins: Moderate. License required, owner-occupancy in residential zones, inspections needed. Complaint-driven enforcement, some unlicensed operations exist.
Loveland: Lenient. Business license and sales tax required. Minimal restrictions, light enforcement, primarily tax-focused. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Rocky Mountain National Park Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Rocky Mountain National Park Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 7%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in July and June; it is lowest in April and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Kitchen (97%), TV (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+55%), Ski In Out (+43%), Hot Tub (+24%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Rocky Mountain National Park is $409, up 17% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in April.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Rocky Mountain National Park book an average of 47 days in advance, up 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 41 days for 1-bedroom listings to 57 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Rocky Mountain National Park?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 50% 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.Estes Park Area	$54.8K 1,488 listings	10.5% 1,488 listings
2.South Gilpin Foothills	$57.1K 71 listings	10.3% 71 listings
3.North Gilpin Foothills	$49.6K 79 listings	8.6% 79 listings
4.Nederland & Peak to Peak	$49.1K 55 listings	7.6% 55 listings
5.St. Vrain Foothills	$36.2K 43 listings	7.2% 43 listings
6.Grand Lake & West Park	$44.3K 340 listings	6.3% 340 listings
7.Granby Area	$42.4K 217 listings	6.0% 217 listings
8.Winter Park & Fraser	$46.6K 598 listings	5.9% 598 listings