Nyanga
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Overview
Annual Rev
$9.4k
12 mo avg
↓18%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 2•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 $1••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
19 days
12 mo avg
↓9 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
$20
12 mo avg
↓31%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Nyanga market data as of June 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washing Machine | 7 (44%) | +$18,197 (+129%) | $32,352 | $14,155 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
1 bedroom (3.9 nights)
3 bedrooms (3.5 nights)
4+ bedrooms (3.0 nights)
2 bedrooms (2.7 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms ($10)
1 bedroom ($0)
2 bedrooms ($0)
3 bedrooms ($0)
Professional host share
Independent hosts (88%)
Professionally managed (13%)
As of June 2026, Nyanga, Mutare, Rusape have 151 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Nyanga generates $7K per year. High-performing properties earn $25K/year, while low-performing properties earn $3K/year. The wide revenue spread highlights significant operational variance, suggesting that a small segment of inventory captures the majority of demand despite stagnant market-wide revenue growth.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Nyanga. Average annual revenue is $7K with 12% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to $25K/year. This performance disparity indicates that while market entry is accessible, capturing higher returns requires navigating a competitive landscape where most listings struggle to maintain consistent occupancy.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Nyanga is 12%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $149, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $17 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Nyanga, with annual revenue of $10K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Nyanga market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Nyanga area. I don't have reliable data on short-term rental regulations or enforcement practices for Nyanga, Mutare, and Rusape in Zimbabwe. These smaller cities likely have minimal formal STR frameworks, and enforcement information is not documented in accessible sources. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Nyanga Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 3%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The slight dip in RevPAR alongside rising supply suggests that the market is currently absorbing new inventory without triggering a sharp decline in profitability.
Launch around September, 2-3 months before peak winter season (December peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 48% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-July) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Nyanga listings include: Kitchen (92%), Bbq (54%), Pets Allowed (54%), Washing Machine (54%), Balcony (54%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Heating, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 187% more ($32K/year vs $11K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Nyanga over the last 12 months: May: $289, June: $267, July: $255, August: $598, September: $429, October: $581, November: $432, December: $1K, January: $544, February: $303, March: $433, April: $786. 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 Nyanga is $149, up 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $67/night, 2-bedroom properties average $151/night, 3-bedroom properties average $102/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $204/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in September.
Guests in Nyanga book an average of 20 days in advance, down 29% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 10 days, 2-bedroom: 16 days, 3-bedroom: 22 days, 4+ bedroom: 23 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Nyanga Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 6%, revenue per listing decreased 3%, occupancy fell 20%, average nightly rates increased 18%, and lead time decreased 29%. These metrics reflect a shift toward shorter-term booking cycles and higher price sensitivity among guests.
In Nyanga, Friday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 42% higher occupancy than weekdays.