Texarkana

As of June 2026, Texarkana, Hot Springs, Tyler have 321 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Texarkana generates $22K per year. High-performing properties earn $40K/year, while low-performing properties earn $8K/year. This wide disparity suggests that revenue outcomes are heavily polarized, likely reflecting a split between professionalized listings and underperforming assets struggling to capture demand.

Average home prices in Texarkana vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $0, 2-bedroom homes average $115K, 3-bedroom properties are around $198K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $361K. These prices reflect median home values across the Texarkana, Hot Springs, Tyler area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Texarkana, with an average gross yield of 12% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 23%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. The gap between average and peak yields highlights significant variance in efficiency, as current supply growth outpaces revenue stability.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Texarkana is 29%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $184, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $42 per day.

2-bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Texarkana, with an average gross yield of 16% and annual revenue of $19K. These properties balance purchase price ($115K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Texarkana market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Texarkana area. Texarkana: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permit requirements. Operates under standard business/tax rules. Minimal enforcement. Hot Springs: Moderate. Business license and lodging tax registration required. No owner-occupancy rules. Standard enforcement through tax compliance. Tyler: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard hotel occupancy tax collection required. Minimal specific enforcement of short-term rentals. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Texarkana Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing increasingly competitive conditions. Supply has grown 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 22%. This indicates growing competition requiring strong operations. The negative revenue trend amidst rising supply points to a market saturation phase that puts downward pressure on individual unit performance.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak fall season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 26% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (September-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Texarkana listings include: Air Conditioning (99%), Tv (95%), Kitchen (94%), Washing Machine (87%), Heating (79%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Lake Access, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Lake Access properties earning approximately 51% more ($50K/year vs $33K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Texarkana over the last 12 months: May: $1K, June: $1K, July: $2K, August: $1K, September: $1K, October: $1K, November: $1K, December: $1K, January: $836, February: $811, March: $1K, April: $1K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Texarkana is $184, up 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $107/night, 2-bedroom properties average $167/night, 3-bedroom properties average $202/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $306/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Guests in Texarkana book an average of 21 days in advance, down 24% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 20 days, 2-bedroom: 20 days, 3-bedroom: 20 days, 4+ bedroom: 29 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, supply grew 10%, revenue per listing decreased 22%, occupancy fell 19%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 24%. These metrics reveal a shift where operators are attempting to offset lower occupancy with higher rates, though this strategy currently coincides with shrinking total revenue per listing.

In Texarkana, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 37% higher occupancy than weekdays.