Vail

As of May 2026, Vail, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek, Aspen have 5,549 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 16% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Vail generates $77K per year. High-performing properties earn $201K/year, while low-performing properties earn $43K/year. This wide disparity suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific variables rather than just general market presence, as supply growth dilutes the pool of available bookings.

Average home prices in Vail vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $532K, 2-bedroom homes average $573K, 3-bedroom properties are around $626K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $636K. These prices reflect median home values across the Vail, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek, Aspen area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Vail, with an average gross yield of 6% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 17%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. The gap between average and top yields highlights how aggressive supply expansion forces a competitive landscape where only a segment of listings maintains strong financial performance.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Vail is 27%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $686, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $168 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Vail, with an average gross yield of 19% and annual revenue of $121K. These properties balance purchase price ($636K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Vail market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Vail area. Vail: Strict. No short-term rentals in residential zones since 2019. Only allowed in commercial/lodging zones with permits. Active enforcement, violations result in fines. Breckenridge: Strict. License required, 30-day minimum rental period in most residential zones. Owner-occupancy required for some permits. Actively enforced with neighbor complaints. Beaver Creek: Strict. HOA/resort controls most rentals. Individual properties need approval. Tightly managed community with active oversight. Aspen: Strict. License required, owner-occupancy mandate, annual renewal, inspection. Caps on licenses. Active enforcement with substantial fines for violations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Vail Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing oversaturated conditions. Supply has grown 16% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 8%. This indicates supply growth outpacing demand, pressuring returns. The resulting downward trend in RevPAR signals that the influx of new inventory is outstripping the current absorption capacity of the market.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 20% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Vail listings include: Kitchen (89%), Washing Machine (72%), Balcony (69%), Tv (67%), Hot Tub (56%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Hot Tub, Gym, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 66% more ($170K/year vs $103K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Vail over the last 12 months: May: $840, June: $2K, July: $4K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $1K, November: $1K, December: $10K, January: $10K, February: $11K, March: $13K, April: $2K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Vail is $686, up 3% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $408/night, 2-bedroom properties average $579/night, 3-bedroom properties average $730/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $1K/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in May.

Guests in Vail book an average of 44 days in advance, down 7% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 37 days, 2-bedroom: 42 days, 3-bedroom: 47 days, 4+ bedroom: 51 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Vail Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 16%, revenue per listing decreased 8%, occupancy fell 16%, average nightly rates increased 3%, and lead time decreased 7%. These metrics reflect a market struggling with overcapacity, where rising nightly rates are insufficient to offset the significant decline in occupancy levels.

In Vail, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 26% higher occupancy than weekdays.