Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Sedona?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Sedona market averaged 4,340 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 10% from a year earlier and up 25% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Sedona?

Accepted Answer

An average Sedona listing earns $70K/year. High-performing listings earn $167K, while low-performing listings earn $25K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Sedona home prices by size are 2-bedroom $430K, 3-bedroom $561K, and 4+ bedroom $651K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Sedona is 40%, producing RevPAR of $153 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Sedona?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Sedona. Sedona: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate, 2% property cap citywide. Active enforcement with compliance checks and significant fines for violations.
Flagstaff: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandatory, rental caps by zone. Very active enforcement with neighbor complaints investigated and regular audits.
Prescott: Moderate. Business license and tax certificate required, no owner-occupancy rule. Moderate enforcement focused on complaints and tax compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Sedona Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Sedona Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 10% 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 Sedona?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and April; it is lowest in August and January.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Sedona?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+61%), Pool (+53%), TV (+50%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Sedona is $410, up 18% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Sedona book an average of 46 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 36 days for 1-bedroom listings to 59 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekend occupancy is 55% 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.Cornville & Page Springs	$51.5K 29 listings	10.1% 29 listings
2.Cottonwood & Clarkdale	$35.3K 171 listings	9.2% 171 listings
3.Camp Verde & Rimrock	$33.2K 47 listings	9.1% 47 listings
4.Uptown, Chapel & Oak Creek Canyon	$84.0K 580 listings	8.2% 580 listings
5.West Sedona	$69.6K 871 listings	6.8% 871 listings
6.Village of Oak Creek	$47.0K 359 listings	6.4% 359 listings
7.Munds Park	$37.0K 141 listings	6.0% 141 listings