Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Stafford?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Stafford market averaged 1,073 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 34% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Stafford?

Accepted Answer

An average Stafford listing earns $36K/year. High-performing listings earn $72K, while low-performing listings earn $11K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Stafford home prices by size are 1-bedroom $233K, 2-bedroom $324K, 3-bedroom $417K, and 4+ bedroom $573K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Stafford is 32%, producing RevPAR of $73 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Stafford?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Stafford. Fredericksburg: Moderate. Zoning permit required, conditional use in residential zones, inspection needed. Enforcement occurs through complaints.
Stafford: Lenient. No specific STR regulations currently, standard business license only. Minimal enforcement.
Washington DC: Strict. Primary residence requirement, 90-day cap for non-owner occupied, license mandatory, 15-day vacation rental limit. Active enforcement with fines.
Richmond: Moderate. Zoning approval required, owner-occupancy in certain districts, annual registration. Complaint-driven enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Stafford Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Stafford Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 13%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Stafford?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Stafford?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (99%), Internet (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Air Conditioning (+69%), Washing Machine (+67%), Ev Charger (+51%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Stafford is $282, 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 Stafford?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Stafford book an average of 34 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 27 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 Stafford?

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 50% 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.Lancaster, Kilmarnock & Irvington	$42.8K 62 listings	11.1% 62 listings
2.Western Northern Neck	$38.6K 38 listings	10.7% 38 listings
3.Fauquier & Locust Grove Interior	$48.6K 27 listings	10.3% 27 listings
4.Fredericksburg City	$32.6K 25 listings	10.1% 25 listings
5.Northumberland & Reedville	$46.0K 30 listings	10.1% 30 listings
6.King George & Colonial Beach	$33.0K 37 listings	9.8% 37 listings
7.Spotsylvania & Caroline Fringe	$46.3K 41 listings	9.8% 41 listings
8.South Stafford & Falmouth	$39.1K 21 listings	8.9% 21 listings
9.Woodbridge, Lake Ridge & Occoquan	$39.1K 50 listings	8.8% 50 listings
10.North Stafford	$38.1K 31 listings	7.2% 31 listings