How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Tucson?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Tucson market averaged 5,828 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 5% from a year earlier and up 31% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Tucson?

An average Tucson listing earns $26K/year. High-performing listings earn $62K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

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

Median Tucson home prices by size are 1-bedroom $165K, 2-bedroom $263K, 3-bedroom $325K, and 4+ bedroom $368K.

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

Average occupancy in Tucson is 35%, producing RevPAR of $55 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Tucson?

Rules vary across Tucson. Tucson: Moderate. Business license and TPT tax registration required, zoning compliance needed. Moderate enforcement with complaint-driven action. Phoenix: Lenient. Business license and TPT registration required, no owner-occupancy rules. Light enforcement, mostly complaint-based. Sedona: Strict. Permit required, owner-occupancy mandate, rental caps in residential zones. Active enforcement with violations pursued. Scottsdale: Moderate. Business license and sales tax permit required, conditional use permits in some zones. Moderate complaint-driven enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Tucson Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Tucson Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 5% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 0%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Tucson?

RevPAR is highest in February and March; it is lowest in August and June.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Tucson?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (98%), Heating (96%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+45%), Hot Tub (+37%), Washing Machine (+36%).

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

Average daily rate in Tucson is $216, up 15% year-over-year. Rates peak in February and are lowest in September.

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

Guests in Tucson book an average of 34 days in advance. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 41 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

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

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 26% 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.

Tucson, AZ

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Annual revenue (actual)

$28k

12 mo avg

↑0%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

40%

12 mo avg

↓6%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$189

12 mo avg

↑13%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

8.7%

Current potential

↑0.3 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

34 days

12 mo avg

↓1 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$59

12 mo avg

↓5%

from prior 12 mo

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Tucson Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Tucson, AZ market

Compare 15 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Tucson, AZ rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

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
1.Sierra Vista & Huachuca Country	$30.9K 110 listings	11.6% 110 listings
2.Tucson Eastside	$28.5K 404 listings	11.0% 404 listings
3.Tucson Westside	$34.7K 151 listings	10.8% 151 listings
4.Downtown & University	$25.8K 349 listings	10.6% 349 listings
5.Casas Adobes	$30.9K 204 listings	10.3% 204 listings
6.Vail & Rincon Valley	$34.6K 66 listings	9.8% 66 listings
7.Bisbee Country	$23.1K 49 listings	9.7% 49 listings
8.Central Tucson	$22.8K 262 listings	9.5% 262 listings
9.Green Valley & Sahuarita	$24.0K 68 listings	9.4% 68 listings
10.Tucson Southside	$26.2K 51 listings	9.3% 51 listings
11.Tanque Verde	$54.9K 60 listings	8.8% 60 listings
12.Marana & Northwest Pima	$37.6K 76 listings	8.4% 76 listings
13.Catalina Foothills	$31.8K 380 listings	8.1% 380 listings
14.Oro Valley Country	$36.4K 148 listings	7.8% 148 listings
15.Nogales & Tubac Country	$27.4K 57 listings	7.6% 57 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Short-term rental supply growth

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Performance metrics by bedroom

Breakdown of revenue, property values, yields, supply, and cleaning fees for each bedroom type.

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