Palm Coast Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

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Palm Coast Airbnb Rental Market Data, Revenue and Occupancy Rates 2026

Is Palm Coast, FL a good Airbnb market in 2026?

Yes. In 2026, active full-time Airbnb operators in Palm Coast, FL average $77,729 in annual revenue, with 45% occupancy and a $268 ADR (Chalet data). Regulation is explicit and stable, but requires annual registration, inspections, and direct lodging tax remittance.

Top-quartile operators see upside to $150,917. The whole-market median revenue ($41,706) is diluted by part-time listings—active operators outperform by 86%. For compliance details, see [Palm Coast STR regulations](/rental-regulations/palm-coast-fl).

Operator Revenue (full-time active)

$59,737/yr

vs. headline average of $62,276 · 199 active listings

Average Daily Rate

$268

Gross Yield

18%

Ranked #24 in the US

Occupancy Rate

45%

New this quarter

Q2 2026 Market Momentum

Revenue and occupancy both rose YoY — demand is outpacing the prior cycle.

Active Operator Revenue (Q2)

$15,181$13,64011.3%

Per active full-time listing, Apr–Jun

Average Occupancy (Q2)

51.4%46.3%5.1%

Investment thesis

Why invest in Palm Coast, FL Airbnb rentals?

Palm Coast, Florida, sits just off the Atlantic and has quietly matured into a mid-tier short-term rental market defined by one of the sharpest revenue spreads in the state. The canonical active full-time operator averages $77,729 in annual revenue according to Chalet data—a figure that stands in stark contrast to the broader market median of $41,706, which is diluted by a sizable cohort of part-time and casual listings. Median occupancy sits at 45%, with an average daily rate (ADR) of $268 and a median gross yield of 12.37% on a median home value of $337,266. Nationally, Palm Coast ranks #78, and the seasonal swing is pronounced: peak revenue hits $4,837 in May at 52% occupancy and $327 ADR, while the trough in September drops to $2,306 with occupancy falling to 34%.

The market’s backbone is its 3-bedroom segment, which accounts for 54% of supply and delivers an average annual revenue of $35,748 at a robust $280 ADR and 46% occupancy. For investors seeking scale, the 4-bedroom product offers a step up: $42,577 average annual revenue at $344 ADR, albeit at a slightly lower 43% occupancy. Larger homes—specifically 5- and 6-bedroom properties—see average annual revenues of $68,178 and $123,135 respectively, with ADRs climbing to $509 and $731, but occupancy moderates near 40%. The 32137 zip code is the dominant cluster, with 462 listings posting a $43,921 median annual revenue, $280 ADR, and 11.7% yield on a $375,125 median home value. For tailored acquisition guidance, see a Chalet agent.

Investors with a value orientation may also consider the 32164 zip, where 140 listings average a $34,472 median annual revenue at a $223 ADR and 46% occupancy, yielding 10.8% on a notably lower $318,210 median home value. This segment offers a lower entry point with competitive occupancy, albeit with more modest topline potential. Meanwhile, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units underperform on both revenue and ADR, averaging $16,593 and $22,511 annually, confirming that scale and bedroom count are key levers for outsized returns in Palm Coast’s rental landscape.

At scale, the winners in Palm Coast are professional operators and hosts able to capture drive-market demand from Jacksonville, Orlando, Miami, and Atlanta—markets that collectively account for nearly 11% of guest reviews. The average booking lead time is 50 days (median 26), and the average stay stretches to 6.7 nights, favoring operators who can optimize for longer bookings and repeat regional guests. With international travelers making up just 3.2% of the guest base, Palm Coast’s demand is fundamentally domestic and resilient to global shocks. For detailed underwriting, use the Chalet ROI calculator.

Risks are concentrated around volatility and regulatory compliance. Occupancy is up 15.1% year-over-year, and ADR has surged 16.7%, but listing supply has contracted by 2.4% and home values are down 4.5%—a dynamic that may benefit new entrants but signals tightening conditions for incumbent owners. The September trough is particularly acute, with revenue and occupancy bottoming out. Regulation is explicit and stable, but enforcement is active and complaint-driven, with annual registration, inspections, and a 12% lodging tax—of which hosts must directly remit the 5% county portion. For compliance details, see Palm Coast STR regulations.

Palm Coast’s short-term rental market is a yield-driven play for disciplined operators who can navigate seasonality and compliance, capitalize on rising ADR, and deploy capital into larger homes in proven clusters.

Chalet exclusive

The market average hides a two-tier reality

Most market reports quote a single average, but in every STR market a wide gap separates full-time professional operators from part-time and underperforming listings. Underwriting against that average understates the upside for operators willing to do the work — and overstates it for everyone else.

Chalet's active-operator benchmark filters out part-time and dormant listings so you can underwrite against what real operators in this market actually earn.

Top Quartile Operators$122,099

Top 25% of 177 listings

Active Operator Average$59,737

← This is your real underwriting benchmark

All-Listings Average$46,952

What typical market reports quote — every listing, incl. part-time

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Monthly Revenue & Seasonality

Revenue per active listing in Palm Coast, FL, by month. Demand peaks Jun–Aug.

Monthly Revenue Trend

Revenue per active listing by month in Palm Coast, FL

$5,054

Season	Occ.	Revenue
Summer Jun–Aug	55%	$7,931
Spring Mar–May	49%	$5,898
Fall Sep–Nov	33%	$3,559
Winter Dec–Feb	40%	$7,681

Monthly Occupancy & Daily Rates

How occupancy and ADR move through the year — peak, shoulder, and low season patterns.

Monthly Occupancy Rate

Annual avg 45% · peaks at 64% in Jul

64% (Jul)

Summer peak

45%

Annual avg

Revenue by Bedroom Count

Annual revenue, occupancy, and ADR by bedroom configuration — Palm Coast runs mostly 3 Bedrooms, but 5 Bedrooms deliver the highest annual revenue.

Bedrooms	Listings	Occupancy	ADR	Annual Revenue
Studio	5	56%	$109	$22,418
1 Bedroom	88	48%	$108	$18,861
2 Bedroom	62	39%	$213	$29,995

Home Values & Guest Demand

Median home-value trend and where Palm Coast guests travel from.

Median Home Value

$343,664▼ 2.85% YoY

Source: Zillow ZHVI

Peak: $368,942 in Jun 2024

Home values in Palm Coast are softening — buyers may have negotiating leverage they didn't have 12 months ago.

Where Guests Come From

Top origin cities · Palm Coast

Best Zipcodes for Airbnb in Palm Coast (2026)

Top-performing zipcodes ranked by gross yield. Click any zipcode for full analytics.

32137

Annual Rev

$72,625

Yield

19%

Listings

674

32164

Annual Rev

$36,863

Yield

11%

Listings

203

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584

Active STRs tracked in Palm Coast

$344K

Median home value

Step 2: Line up financing

Match with STR-specialist lenders

Conventional lenders often won't underwrite STR income. We connect you with lenders who use DSCR, projected revenue, and Airbnb-specific underwriting.

Compliance & Rules

Airbnb Rules & Regulations in Palm Coast, FL

Before setting up an Airbnb in Palm Coast, review the local STR regulations and confirm any HOA restrictions on your specific property.

Full Palm Coast STR regulation guide

Are Airbnbs legal in Palm Coast, Florida?

Yes, Airbnbs are explicitly legal and regulated under city ordinance in Palm Coast, Florida.

Do I need a license to operate an Airbnb in Palm Coast?

Yes, a Florida DBPR license for transient public lodging is required to operate an Airbnb in Palm Coast.

Step 3: Stress-test the deal

Calculate your Airbnb income potential in Palm Coast, FL

Run any Palm Coast address through Chalet's calculator — instant, data-backed estimates of occupancy, nightly rate, and annual revenue, plus cash flow and returns.

Calculate Your Income Potential

Palm Coast market average

$62,276

/yr

Projected gross rental income at market occupancy and nightly rate.

Avg daily rate

$268

Occupancy

45%

Gross yield

18%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers to the questions investors ask most about this market.

Is Airbnb profitable in Palm Coast, FL?

Yes. Operating a short-term rental in Palm Coast, FL can be highly profitable. Listings see consistent guest demand, with hosts earning an average of $62,276 annually at 45% occupancy.

How much can you make on Airbnb in Palm Coast, FL?

Hosts average $62,276 per year. Bedroom count drives the spread: Studios average $22,418, 1 Bedrooms average $18,861, 2 Bedrooms average $29,995.

Trust & Sources

How we build this report

Data sources

Proprietary Chalet STR performance data (584 active listings tracked daily)
Local Chalet market-partner verification
City permit records and public county data

Methodology notes

Active operator = listing with sustained availability and booking activity over the trailing 12 months
Revenue figures are gross of platform fees, before operating expenses and taxes
Updated monthly · last refresh July 2026

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