Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Seaside?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Seaside market averaged 1,491 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 7% from a year earlier.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Seaside?

Accepted Answer

An average Seaside listing earns $58K/year. High-performing listings earn $123K, while low-performing listings earn $29K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Seaside home prices by size are 1-bedroom $336K, 2-bedroom $403K, 3-bedroom $495K, and 4+ bedroom $553K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Seaside is 37%, producing RevPAR of $133 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Seaside?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Seaside. Seaside: Strict. Registration required, 5-night minimum stay, density caps by zone. Active enforcement with fines for violations.
Cannon Beach: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate for new permits, strict caps limit new licenses. Active enforcement, waitlist for permits.
Astoria: Moderate. Business license and transient lodging tax required. No owner-occupancy rule. Moderate enforcement through complaints and tax compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Seaside Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Seaside Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 24%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Seaside?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Seaside?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Heating (96%), Kitchen (95%), TV (94%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+61%), Sauna (+33%), Bbq (+27%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Seaside is $386, up 21% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Seaside book an average of 46 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 39 days for 1-bedroom listings to 54 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday 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.Astoria and Warrenton	$49.8K 132 listings	11.3% 132 listings
2.Seaside	$51.5K 502 listings	10.4% 502 listings
3.Gearhart	$35.2K 116 listings	9.8% 116 listings
4.Cannon Beach Coast	$74.8K 205 listings	8.5% 205 listings