Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in St George?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the St George market averaged 4,116 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 6% from a year earlier and up 23% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in St George?

Accepted Answer

An average St George listing earns $53K/year. High-performing listings earn $110K, while low-performing listings earn $19K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median St George home prices by size are 1-bedroom $202K, 2-bedroom $333K, 3-bedroom $465K, and 4+ bedroom $825K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in St George?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in St George is 37%, producing RevPAR of $118 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in St George?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across St George. St. George: Moderate. Business license required, conditional use permit in some zones, safety inspections. Zoning enforcement active but not aggressive.
Springdale: Lenient. Business license required, basic regulations. Light enforcement, many operate informally given tourist economy.
Hurricane: Lenient. Business license needed, zoning compliance. Minimal enforcement, small-scale operations common without full compliance. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the St George Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The St George Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in St George?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in St George?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (98%), Internet (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Washing Machine (+69%), Air Conditioning (+56%), Bbq (+55%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in St George is $331, up 15% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in St George book an average of 44 days in advance. Booking windows range from 33 days for 1-bedroom listings to 52 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 69% 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.Hurricane Valley	$39.5K 404 listings	8.5% 404 listings
2.St. George	$31.7K 1,036 listings	7.9% 1,036 listings
3.Santa Clara and Ivins	$51.6K 315 listings	7.2% 315 listings
4.Washington	$31.2K 588 listings	5.7% 588 listings