Question 1

How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Yakima?

Accepted Answer

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Yakima market averaged 180 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, down 1% from a year earlier and up 35% over two years.

Question 2

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Yakima?

Accepted Answer

An average Yakima listing earns $31K/year. High-performing listings earn $58K, while low-performing listings earn $9K.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Median Yakima home prices by size are 1-bedroom $201K, 2-bedroom $255K, 3-bedroom $380K, and 4+ bedroom $447K.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Average occupancy in Yakima is 37%, producing RevPAR of $61 per available night.

Question 5

Are short-term rentals legal in Yakima?

Accepted Answer

Rules vary across Yakima. Yakima: Lenient. No specific short-term rental regulations or permit requirements. Operates under general business licensing and zoning rules. Minimal enforcement.
Ellensburg: Moderate. Business license required, zoning compliance needed, owner-occupancy required in residential zones. Some hosts operate without permits but city responds to complaints. Moderate enforcement. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Question 6

Is the Yakima Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

Accepted Answer

The Yakima Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 9%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

Question 7

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Yakima?

Accepted Answer

RevPAR is highest in September and June; it is lowest in January and February.

Question 8

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Yakima?

Accepted Answer

The most common amenities are Kitchen (98%), Internet (98%), Air Conditioning (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Pool (+75%), Washing Machine (+46%), Heating (+30%).

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Average daily rate in Yakima is $229, up 23% 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 Yakima?

Accepted Answer

Guests in Yakima book an average of 35 days in advance, up 13% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 2-bedroom listings to 38 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Monday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 58% 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.