Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Telluride?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Telluride market averaged 2,401 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 24% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Telluride?

Accepted Answer

An average Telluride listing earns $67K/year. High-performing listings earn $137K, while low-performing listings earn $33K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Telluride home prices by size are 1-bedroom $513K, 2-bedroom $501K, 3-bedroom $598K, and 4+ bedroom $997K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Telluride is 31%, producing RevPAR of $148 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Telluride?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Telluride. Telluride: Strict. License required, 250-rental cap enforced, lottery system for new permits. Active enforcement with significant fines and compliance monitoring.
Ouray: Lenient. Business license and sales tax registration required. No caps or occupancy rules. Minimal enforcement beyond tax collection.
Crested Butte: Moderate. License required, some zone restrictions, sales tax compliance. Moderate enforcement focusing on unlicensed operators.
Montrose: Lenient. Business license and lodging tax required. No density limits or occupancy rules. Light enforcement, primarily tax-focused. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Telluride Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Telluride Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 1%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Telluride?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in March and July; it is lowest in April and November.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Telluride?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (98%), TV (96%), Heating (94%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Sauna (+85%), Gym (+74%), TV (+72%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Telluride is $571, up 9% year-over-year. Rates peak in March and are lowest in April.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Telluride book an average of 49 days in advance, up 8% from last year. Booking windows range from 43 days for 1-bedroom listings to 56 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 25% 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.Silverton Country	$54.2K 20 listings	9.5% 20 listings
2.Ouray & Ridgway	$55.4K 196 listings	8.0% 196 listings
3.Montrose & Olathe	$30.5K 169 listings	7.3% 169 listings
4.Telluride	$75.1K 461 listings	5.4% 461 listings
5.Mountain Village	$116K 263 listings	5.2% 263 listings