Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the San Juan Islands market averaged 2,068 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 13% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

An average San Juan Islands listing earns $53K/year. High-performing listings earn $108K, while low-performing listings earn $26K.

Question 3

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Median San Juan Islands home prices by size are 1-bedroom $581K, 2-bedroom $718K, 3-bedroom $823K, and 4+ bedroom $1.0M.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in San Juan Islands is 35%, producing RevPAR of $118 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across San Juan Islands. Friday Harbor: Moderate. Business license required, San Juan County permit needed, health inspections. Standard enforcement with complaint-based monitoring.
Eastsound: Moderate. San Juan County STR permit mandatory, business license, septic approval, parking requirements. Moderate enforcement, primarily complaint-driven.
Roche Harbor: Moderate. San Juan County permit required, business license, health/safety inspections. Standard enforcement through county system, complaint-based actions. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the San Juan Islands Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The San Juan Islands Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 31%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in San Juan Islands?

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 San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (95%), Kitchen (94%), TV (92%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+56%), Hot Tub (+47%), TV (+30%).

Question 9

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in San Juan Islands is $368, up 17% 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 San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Guests in San Juan Islands book an average of 44 days in advance, up 7% from last year. Booking windows range from 38 days for 1-bedroom listings to 52 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in San Juan Islands?

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 49% 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.North Whidbey	$57.7K 84 listings	11.1% 84 listings
2.Lopez Island	$61.9K 43 listings	8.0% 43 listings
3.Orcas Island	$69.3K 187 listings	7.7% 187 listings
4.San Juan Island	$58.9K 180 listings	7.3% 180 listings
5.Central Whidbey	$44.7K 156 listings	6.5% 156 listings
6.Anacortes and Nearby Islands	$36.9K 64 listings	6.3% 64 listings
7.South Whidbey	$46.6K 210 listings	5.9% 210 listings
8.Guemes Island	$37.2K 20 listings	5.8% 20 listings
9.Lummi Island	$46.7K 23 listings	5.8% 23 listings
10.Camano Island	$33.2K 79 listings	4.6% 79 listings