Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Syracuse?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Syracuse market averaged 1,140 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 1% from a year earlier and up 47% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Syracuse?

Accepted Answer

An average Syracuse listing earns $30K/year. High-performing listings earn $70K, while low-performing listings earn $12K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Syracuse home prices by size are 1-bedroom $141K, 2-bedroom $210K, 3-bedroom $251K, and 4+ bedroom $303K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Syracuse is 32%, producing RevPAR of $62 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Syracuse?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Syracuse. Syracuse: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Zoning rules apply but minimal enforcement. Many hosts operate freely.
Ithaca: Moderate. Owner-occupancy required for Type A dwellings, registration needed, safety inspections. Moderate enforcement with some compliance checks.
Skaneateles: Strict. Village requires special permits, strict owner-occupancy rules, density limits in residential zones. Active enforcement due to community pressure and complaints. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Syracuse Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Syracuse Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 17%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Syracuse?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Syracuse?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Parking (97%), Internet (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+48%), Hot Tub (+45%), Heating (+35%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Syracuse is $254, up 28% year-over-year. Rates peak in August and are lowest in March.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Syracuse book an average of 34 days in advance. Booking windows range from 30 days for 2-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 58% 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.Syracuse Westside & South	$39.3K 21 listings	25.0% 21 listings
2.Oswego City & Shore	$28.5K 70 listings	18.1% 70 listings
3.Baldwinsville, Clay & Cicero Country	$43.1K 57 listings	16.3% 57 listings
4.Tully & Southern Onondaga Country	$59.5K 27 listings	15.8% 27 listings
5.North Oneida Lake & Camden Country	$35.2K 36 listings	14.9% 36 listings
6.Syracuse Inner Suburbs	$42.6K 23 listings	14.8% 23 listings
7.Pulaski & Salmon River Country	$28.9K 61 listings	14.4% 61 listings
8.Syracuse University & Eastside	$34.4K 53 listings	13.9% 53 listings
9.Syracuse Northside & Eastwood	$23.2K 28 listings	11.8% 28 listings