Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Toledo?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Toledo market averaged 752 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 136% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Toledo?

Accepted Answer

An average Toledo listing earns $26K/year. High-performing listings earn $46K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Toledo home prices by size are 1-bedroom $91K, 2-bedroom $160K, 3-bedroom $215K, and 4+ bedroom $265K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Toledo is 38%, producing RevPAR of $51 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Toledo?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Toledo. Toledo: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or registration requirements. Operates under general lodging and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Sandusky: Lenient. Business license required, basic safety standards. No occupancy restrictions or density limits. Light enforcement focused on complaints.
Put-in-Bay: Moderate. Village permit required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. No owner-occupancy rules but limited by island's tourism infrastructure. Moderate enforcement during peak season. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Toledo Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Toledo Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 15%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Toledo?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Toledo?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (98%), Parking (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+51%), Washing Machine (+26%), Bbq (+15%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Toledo is $176, up 22% 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 Toledo?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Toledo book an average of 29 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 25 days for 1-bedroom listings to 33 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday 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.Toledo	$28.6K 143 listings	19.0% 143 listings
2.Bryan, Archbold and Northwest Ohio	$39.2K 21 listings	17.8% 21 listings
3.Oak Harbor and Western Ottawa County	$23.0K 60 listings	15.7% 60 listings
4.Sylvania, Maumee and Oregon	$29.4K 65 listings	14.5% 65 listings
5.Perrysburg and Rossford	$34.1K 43 listings	13.8% 43 listings
6.Bowling Green and Wood County	$31.4K 30 listings	12.5% 30 listings