Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the South Hill market averaged 689 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 16% from a year earlier and up 153% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

An average South Hill listing earns $32K/year. High-performing listings earn $64K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median South Hill home prices by size are 1-bedroom $71K, 2-bedroom $140K, 3-bedroom $223K, and 4+ bedroom $293K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in South Hill is 28%, producing RevPAR of $68 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across South Hill. Richmond: Moderate. Registration required, zoning restrictions apply, owner-occupancy needed in certain districts. Enforcement varies by neighborhood, complaints drive action.
Charlottesville: Strict. Special use permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, 30-day minimum stays in residential zones. Active enforcement with citations and fines.
Farmville: Lenient. Basic business license required, minimal specific STR regulations. Light enforcement, primarily complaint-based response. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the South Hill Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The South Hill Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 2%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in South Hill?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Heating (98%), Parking (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Lake Access (+96%), Parking (+59%), Washing Machine (+53%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in South Hill is $292, up 19% 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 South Hill?

Accepted Answer

Guests in South Hill book an average of 33 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 25 days for 1-bedroom listings to 40 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 52% 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.Danville	$29.4K 90 listings	22.4% 90 listings
2.Lake Gaston and Bracey	$43.3K 38 listings	12.0% 38 listings
3.Clarksville and Kerr Lake	$38.3K 30 listings	10.8% 30 listings