How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Topeka?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Topeka market averaged 812 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 14% from a year earlier and up 165% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Topeka?

An average Topeka listing earns $25K/year. High-performing listings earn $50K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

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

Median Topeka home prices by size are 1-bedroom $61K, 2-bedroom $155K, 3-bedroom $236K, and 4+ bedroom $303K.

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

Average occupancy in Topeka is 33%, producing RevPAR of $54 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Topeka?

Rules vary across Topeka. Topeka: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general zoning and business license rules. Minimal enforcement. Lawrence: Moderate. Special use permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, spacing requirements between rentals. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven actions. Manhattan: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Subject to general business licensing and zoning. Light enforcement, hosts operate with minimal oversight. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Topeka Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Topeka Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 14% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 11%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Topeka?

RevPAR is highest in September and May; it is lowest in January and February.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Topeka?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+71%), Lake Access (+44%), TV (+24%).

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

Average daily rate in Topeka is $192, up 16% year-over-year. Rates peak in September and are lowest in February.

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

Guests in Topeka book an average of 30 days in advance, down 6% from last year. Booking windows range from 26 days for 1-bedroom listings to 35 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 57% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

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.

Topeka, KS

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Annual revenue (actual)

$28.5k

12 mo avg

↑10%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

40%

12 mo avg

↓1%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$176

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

12.2%

Current potential

↓0.8 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

29 days

12 mo avg

↓2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$60

12 mo avg

↑6%

from prior 12 mo

Topeka Airbnb market summary

Compare Airbnb neighborhoods in Topeka, KS

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
Junction City & Geary County	$38.5K 16 listings	19.0% 16 listings
West Topeka	$26.0K 45 listings	17.0% 45 listings
Central & East Topeka	$19.4K 25 listings	15.9% 25 listings
Central & East Manhattan	$27.6K 106 listings	13.4% 106 listings
Topeka Countryside	$32.1K 22 listings	13.2% 22 listings

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Data as of 2026-09-30

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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