Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Tracy City market averaged 1,067 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 7% from a year earlier and up 58% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

An average Tracy City listing earns $35K/year. High-performing listings earn $76K, while low-performing listings earn $14K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Tracy City home prices by size are 2-bedroom $191K, 3-bedroom $294K, and 4+ bedroom $485K.

Question 4

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Tracy City is 29%, producing RevPAR of $77 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Tracy City. Chattanooga: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance, safety inspections. Some neighborhoods restrict STRs. Enforcement exists but inconsistent; many operate without permits.
Monteagle: Lenient. No specific STR regulations. General business license may apply. Minimal oversight; hosts operate freely with little enforcement.
Manchester: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Standard business license recommended. Very limited enforcement; market operates largely unregulated with minimal city intervention. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Tracy City Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Tracy City Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 7% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 10%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tracy City?

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 Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Air Conditioning (100%), Internet (99%), Heating (99%). The strongest positive revenue associations are TV (+57%), Pool (+48%), Ev Charger (+47%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Tracy City is $277, up 17% 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 Tracy City?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Tracy City book an average of 37 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 28 days for 1-bedroom listings to 48 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 101% 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.Tracy City & Grundy Plateau	$41.6K 21 listings	15.6% 21 listings
2.Tullahoma & Surrounding Lake Countryside	$29.5K 36 listings	9.9% 36 listings
3.Winchester & Southern Franklin Countryside	$44.9K 90 listings	9.0% 90 listings