How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Seattle?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Seattle market averaged 5,362 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 4% from a year earlier and up 6% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Seattle?

An average Seattle listing earns $52K/year. High-performing listings earn $91K, while low-performing listings earn $19K.

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

Median Seattle home prices by size are 1-bedroom $389K, 2-bedroom $667K, 3-bedroom $919K, and 4+ bedroom $1.2M.

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

Average occupancy in Seattle is 45%, producing RevPAR of $113 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Seattle?

Rules vary across Seattle. Seattle: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, two-unit maximum per operator, STR license mandatory, annual registration. City actively enforces with audits and fines; unlicensed operators face penalties. Bellevue: Strict. Owner-occupancy required, primary residence only, business license needed, 90-day annual cap for entire units. Active enforcement with complaint-driven investigations. Tacoma: Moderate. Business license required, primary residence rule, maximum two units. Enforcement exists but less aggressive than Seattle; some non-compliant hosts operate. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Seattle Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Seattle Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 4% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 36%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Seattle?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Seattle?

The most common amenities are Heating (99%), Internet (99%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+53%), TV (+33%), Sauna (+29%).

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

Average daily rate in Seattle is $272, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Seattle book an average of 36 days in advance, down 1% from last year. Booking windows range from 34 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 34% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

Seattle, WA

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Annual revenue (actual)

$54.9k

12 mo avg

↑9%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

50%

12 mo avg

↓5%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$251

12 mo avg

↑19%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

7.1%

Current potential

↑0.2 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

38 days

12 mo avg

↑0 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$117

12 mo avg

↑20%

from prior 12 mo

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Seattle Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Seattle, WA market

Compare 20 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Seattle, WA rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Downtown & Belltown	$59.7K 389 listings	10.1% 389 listings
2.SeaTac & Tukwila	$35.6K 90 listings	9.2% 90 listings
3.Bryn Mawr-Skyway	$44.4K 31 listings	8.5% 31 listings
4.Capitol Hill	$51.2K 180 listings	8.1% 180 listings
5.First Hill	$48.2K 124 listings	8.0% 124 listings
6.Queen Anne	$52.1K 302 listings	7.9% 302 listings
7.Beacon Hill & Mount Baker	$46.3K 129 listings	7.7% 129 listings
8.Burien & White Center	$38.4K 114 listings	7.6% 114 listings
9.Fremont, Wallingford & Green Lake	$47.5K 312 listings	7.4% 312 listings
10.Northeast Seattle	$45.0K 226 listings	7.0% 226 listings
11.Georgetown & South Park	$42.8K 27 listings	7.0% 27 listings
12.Central District, Madrona & Leschi	$48.5K 277 listings	6.9% 277 listings
13.Rainier Valley	$39.5K 151 listings	6.8% 151 listings
14.North Seattle & Shoreline	$37.3K 77 listings	6.7% 77 listings
15.South Lake Union & Eastlake	$49.6K 52 listings	6.7% 52 listings
16.Montlake & Madison Park	$52.0K 37 listings	6.7% 37 listings
17.University District & Ravenna	$46.2K 89 listings	6.6% 89 listings
18.West Seattle	$39.2K 349 listings	6.5% 349 listings
19.Ballard & Crown Hill	$42.5K 359 listings	6.2% 359 listings
20.Magnolia	$45.0K 59 listings	6.0% 59 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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