How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Silicon Valley?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Silicon Valley market averaged 4,355 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 15% from a year earlier and down 18% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Silicon Valley?

An average Silicon Valley listing earns $55K/year. High-performing listings earn $123K, while low-performing listings earn $13K.

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

Median Silicon Valley home prices by size are 1-bedroom $582K, 2-bedroom $946K, 3-bedroom $1.5M, and 4+ bedroom $1.9M.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Silicon Valley?

Average occupancy in Silicon Valley is 45%, producing RevPAR of $109 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Silicon Valley?

Rules vary across Silicon Valley. San Jose: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 180-day cap, primary residence only. Active enforcement with fines. Santa Cruz: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 90-day cap for non-hosted. Active enforcement, limited permits available. Palo Alto: Strict. Banned in most residential zones except hosted stays. Primary residence required. Actively enforced. Mountain View: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, primary residence only. Active code enforcement with penalties. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Silicon Valley Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Silicon Valley Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 48%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Silicon Valley?

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

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Silicon Valley?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Heating (97%), Parking (95%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+65%), Hot Tub (+53%), Bbq (+40%).

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

Average daily rate in Silicon Valley is $332, up 27% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

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

Guests in Silicon Valley book an average of 31 days in advance, up 7% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 37 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 8% 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.

Silicon Valley, CA

Silicon Valley

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Annual revenue (actual)

$57.2k

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

55%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$269

12 mo avg

↑16%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

4.9%

Current potential

↑0.1 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

32 days

12 mo avg

↑2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$112

12 mo avg

↑20%

from prior 12 mo

Silicon Valley Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Silicon Valley, CA

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
Pacifica	$79.6K 155 listings	7.8% 155 listings
Half Moon Bay & Midcoast	$95.2K 150 listings	6.9% 150 listings
Sunnyvale	$58.1K 75 listings	6.9% 75 listings
West San Jose	$60.6K 188 listings	6.7% 188 listings
Downtown San Jose	$47.9K 161 listings	6.1% 161 listings

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Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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