Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Visalia?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Visalia market averaged 1,164 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 3% from a year earlier and up 26% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Visalia?

Accepted Answer

An average Visalia listing earns $59K/year. High-performing listings earn $128K, while low-performing listings earn $23K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Visalia home prices by size are 2-bedroom $257K, 3-bedroom $336K, and 4+ bedroom $395K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Visalia is 40%, producing RevPAR of $123 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Visalia?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Visalia. Visalia: Lenient. No specific STR regulations or permits required. Operates under general business license and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Fresno: Moderate. Business tax certificate and conditional use permit required in residential zones. Owner-occupancy not mandated. Some enforcement of unpermitted operators.
Sequoia National Park: Strict. No STRs allowed within park boundaries. National Park Service actively enforces. Nearby gateway communities (Three Rivers) have minimal regulations. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Visalia Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Visalia Airbnb and VRBO market appears broadly balanced. Supply has grown 3% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 25%, showing no clear supply-demand imbalance.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Visalia?

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 Visalia?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Air Conditioning (99%), Parking (98%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+52%), Ev Charger (+47%), Bbq (+45%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Visalia is $336, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Guests in Visalia book an average of 34 days in advance, up 2% from last year. Booking windows range from 31 days for 1-bedroom listings to 37 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

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 51% 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.Lone Pine and Owens Valley	$59.5K 20 listings	16.5% 20 listings
2.Tulare	$37.8K 34 listings	11.4% 34 listings
3.Three Rivers and Foothill Country	$56.9K 278 listings	10.7% 278 listings
4.Exeter and Nearby Valley Towns	$28.9K 25 listings	10.0% 25 listings
5.Hanford and Lemoore	$34.8K 45 listings	9.9% 45 listings
6.Visalia and Surrounding Valley Towns	$37.9K 158 listings	9.9% 158 listings