Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Saint Joe National Forest market averaged 414 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 12% from a year earlier and up 83% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

An average Saint Joe National Forest listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $48K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Median Saint Joe National Forest home prices by size are 1-bedroom $233K, 2-bedroom $303K, 3-bedroom $376K, and 4+ bedroom $423K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Saint Joe National Forest is 32%, producing RevPAR of $55 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Saint Joe National Forest. Moscow: Moderate. Business license required, conditional use permit in some zones, owner-occupancy required for residential areas. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action.
Lewiston: Lenient. Business license required, basic zoning compliance. Light enforcement, mostly complaint-based.
Coeur d'Alene: Moderate. Business license and conditional use permit required, owner-occupancy mandate, density limits in residential zones. Moderate enforcement increasing due to community concerns. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Saint Joe National Forest Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Saint Joe National Forest Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 12% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 8%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Parking (98%), Heating (98%), Internet (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+37%), Bbq (+33%), Internet (+19%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Saint Joe National Forest is $206, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in November and are lowest in February.

Question 10

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Saint Joe National Forest book an average of 32 days in advance, down 9% from last year. Booking windows range from 29 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Saint Joe National Forest?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. 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.Moscow & Palouse Core	$41.8K 52 listings	10.0% 52 listings
2.Lewiston & Lower Clearwater	$24.4K 47 listings	6.9% 47 listings

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