Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Utica?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Utica market averaged 844 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 8% from a year earlier and up 52% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Utica?

Accepted Answer

An average Utica listing earns $32K/year. High-performing listings earn $92K, while low-performing listings earn $15K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Utica home prices by size are 1-bedroom $127K, 2-bedroom $187K, 3-bedroom $232K, and 4+ bedroom $255K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Utica is 30%, producing RevPAR of $65 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Utica?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Utica. Utica: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or licensing requirements. Operates under general zoning and tax rules. Minimal enforcement.
Syracuse: Moderate. Registration required, safety inspections, owner must be present or have local contact. Some neighborhood density concerns but enforcement is inconsistent.
Rome: Lenient. No dedicated STR ordinance. Subject to general property codes and tax collection. Light oversight, hosts operate with minimal restrictions. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Utica Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Utica Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 17%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Utica?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in August and July; it is lowest in January and March.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Utica?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (97%), Parking (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Internet (+52%), Parking (+49%), TV (+47%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Utica is $293, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in June and are lowest in March.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Utica book an average of 37 days in advance, up 5% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 2-bedroom listings to 44 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Saturday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekend occupancy is 65% 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.Boonville, Remsen and North Woods	$46.0K 35 listings	20.3% 35 listings
2.Oneida Lake and Sylvan Beach Country	$40.4K 47 listings	19.4% 47 listings
3.Hamilton and Madison Country	$48.5K 34 listings	18.9% 34 listings
4.Herkimer and Little Falls Country	$30.5K 28 listings	18.3% 28 listings
5.Richfield Springs and Otsego Country	$39.5K 26 listings	17.0% 26 listings
6.Utica City	$24.8K 55 listings	12.0% 55 listings
7.New Hartford and Clinton Country	$32.8K 30 listings	11.8% 30 listings