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Austin, TX — Market Intelligence Report
Researched by Chalet's Senior STR Analysts · Verified with local Austin market partners
Austin’s short-term rental market stands as a study in high-velocity growth and regulatory scrutiny, defined by a sharp revenue surge and a maturing operator base. Active full-time operators in Austin average $38,568 in annual Airbnb revenue (Chalet data, 4,039 listings), outpacing the broader whole-market median of $36,935—a gap driven by a significant cohort of part-time and casual hosts. Occupancy sits at a median 50% with an average daily rate (ADR) of $192, translating to a median gross yield of 7.47% on a median home value of $494,727. Nationally, Austin ranks #282 for STR revenue, but the city’s volatility is pronounced: peak monthly revenue in May ($3,334, 55% occupancy, $222 ADR) falls to just $2,435 and 39% occupancy in the December trough. This seasonality, paired with a 21.7% year-over-year revenue jump, signals both opportunity and risk for investors seeking yield in a competitive Sun Belt market.
Product segmentation in Austin reveals two distinct investment clusters. On the bedroom axis, four-bedroom homes (737 listings) deliver $54,477 in average annual revenue at a $418 ADR and 43% occupancy, while five-bedrooms (273 listings) escalate to $86,560 at $658 ADR and 42% occupancy. These larger homes, though comprising just 14% of supply, are the clear revenue drivers—outperforming the citywide average by a wide margin and appealing to group and event-driven demand. For investors seeking a more accessible entry point, two-bedroom units (1,693 listings) offer $29,569 in annual revenue at $197 ADR and 51% occupancy, balancing affordability with above-median performance. For tailored acquisition guidance, connect with a Chalet agent.
Geographically, revenue concentration is highest in established central neighborhoods. The 78703 zip code (333 listings) leads with a median annual revenue of $47,153 at $228 ADR and 53% occupancy, though its 3.7% yield is tempered by a $1.26M median home value. In contrast, 78741 (307 listings) produces $32,148 median revenue at $149 ADR and 52% occupancy, but with a 9.9% yield on a median $323,558 home—underscoring the tradeoff between capital outlay and return. The 78702 cluster (843 listings) balances both, posting $42,050 median revenue, $225 ADR, 46% occupancy, and a 7.6% yield on $550,399 median home value. Investors can leverage these micro-market dynamics to calibrate risk and return profiles with a Chalet agent.
At scale, Austin’s winners are operators who can navigate both demand and compliance complexity. Demand is overwhelmingly domestic, with Houston (8.9%), Austin (8.2%), Dallas (4.8%), and San Antonio (3.9%) accounting for the lion’s share of guest origin. The average booking lead time is 36 days (median 19), and average stays run 5.7 nights—factors that reward responsive, tech-enabled management. The market’s 45% superhost share and 4.90 average star rating reflect a professionalized landscape where guest experience and operational rigor are non-negotiable. To model yield scenarios and acquisition costs, use the Chalet ROI calculator.
Risks are acute and concentrated. Year-over-year, Austin saw revenue per listing climb 21.7%, occupancy rise 6.6%, ADR up 9.2%, and supply expand 2.0%, but home values declined 6.1%—a divergence that may not persist if regulatory pressure intensifies. December remains the seasonal trough for both revenue and occupancy. Regulation is the defining risk: short-term rentals are legal but subject to aggressive, platform-driven enforcement, a 17% lodging tax, and high compliance costs. New density and platform rules, $500/day fines, and mandatory licensing create a high-stakes operating environment (Austin STR regulations).
Austin’s STR market is a high-reward, high-compliance arena where revenue growth is real—but only disciplined, licensed operators will capture durable returns.
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| 78731 |
| 5% |
| $45,304 |
| 81 |
| $987K |
| 3 | 78742 | 0% | $11,666 | 6 | $0K |
| 4 | 78748 | 7% | $28,792 | 144 | $404K |
| 5 | 78719 | 5% | $18,004 | 12 | $395K |
| 6 | 78728 | 9% | $36,205 | 65 | $396K |
| 7 | 78745 | 8% | $31,760 | 507 | $410K |
| 8 | 78734 | 9% | $54,742 | 273 | $597K |
| 9 | 78701 | 6% | $37,219 | 873 | $674K |
| 10 | 78729 | 9% | $36,775 | 105 | $421K |
| 11 | 78739 | 6% | $44,851 | 18 | $776K |
| 12 | 78712 | 0% | $46,310 | 6 | $0K |
| 13 | 78737 | 9% | $68,356 | 165 | $770K |
| 14 | 78721 | 9% | $37,467 | 261 | $413K |
| 15 | 78736 | 9% | $52,446 | 81 | $579K |
| 16 | 78704 | 6% | $41,523 | 1,382 | $709K |
| 17 | 78725 | 11% | $29,195 | 56 | $272K |
| 18 | 78705 | 8% | $25,956 | 252 | $339K |
| 19 | 78726 | 5% | $33,299 | 12 | $687K |
| 20 | 78758 | 8% | $29,357 | 236 | $358K |
| 21 | 78717 | 7% | $40,050 | 33 | $558K |
| 22 | 78750 | 5% | $30,788 | 44 | $581K |
| 23 | 78722 | 6% | $34,469 | 162 | $566K |
| 24 | 78747 | 7% | $24,453 | 74 | $359K |
| 25 | 78746 | 4% | $73,564 | 164 | $1648K |
| 26 | 78754 | 7% | $26,071 | 104 | $357K |
| 27 | 78744 | 9% | $28,345 | 321 | $326K |
| 28 | 78741 | 10% | $32,148 | 461 | $324K |
| 29 | 78702 | 8% | $42,050 | 1,265 | $550K |
| 30 | 78733 | 6% | $69,806 | 63 | $1126K |
| 31 | 78753 | 7% | $22,520 | 158 | $330K |
| 32 | 78730 | 9% | $98,267 | 36 | $1089K |
| 33 | 78752 | 6% | $23,273 | 158 | $369K |
| 34 | 78723 | 7% | $32,439 | 276 | $464K |
| 35 | 78732 | 8% | $63,435 | 47 | $798K |
| 36 | 78724 | 8% | $26,609 | 143 | $316K |
| 37 | 78757 | 5% | $31,065 | 165 | $580K |
| 38 | 78756 | 5% | $31,723 | 98 | $686K |
| 39 | 78703 | 4% | $47,153 | 500 | $1262K |
| 40 | 78749 | 7% | $38,786 | 90 | $535K |
| 41 | 78751 | 4% | $22,593 | 369 | $591K |
| 42 | 78735 | 4% | $33,389 | 45 | $800K |
| 43 | 78759 | 5% | $29,845 | 95 | $632K |
| 44 | 78727 | 7% | $28,724 | 92 | $440K |
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