Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Steamboat Springs market averaged 4,548 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 17% from a year earlier and up 25% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

An average Steamboat Springs listing earns $59K/year. High-performing listings earn $136K, while low-performing listings earn $23K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Steamboat Springs home prices by size are 1-bedroom $445K, 2-bedroom $432K, 3-bedroom $628K, and 4+ bedroom $881K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Steamboat Springs is 26%, producing RevPAR of $143 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Steamboat Springs. Steamboat Springs: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandate, strict caps by neighborhood (some zones prohibited). Active enforcement with compliance checks and penalties.
Craig: Lenient. Basic business license required. Minimal specific STR regulations. Light enforcement, operates under general lodging rules.
Vail: Strict. License required, deed restrictions in many areas, occupancy limits enforced. Active monitoring through complaint-driven system and regular audits. High compliance expected. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Steamboat Springs Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Steamboat Springs Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 17% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 5%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in February and March; it is lowest in May and April.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Steamboat Springs?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Heating (99%), Internet (99%), TV (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Ev Charger (+92%), Internet (+75%), TV (+59%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Steamboat Springs is $526, up 12% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in October.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Steamboat Springs book an average of 50 days in advance, up 12% from last year. Booking windows range from 40 days for 1-bedroom listings to 63 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 44% 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.North Routt & Clark	$50.1K 31 listings	7.4% 31 listings
2.Downtown & Fish Creek	$76.2K 133 listings	6.8% 133 listings
3.Steamboat Mountain Area	$73.7K 1,056 listings	6.8% 1,056 listings