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Calculator Guide

Airbnb Profit Calculator

Short-term rentals can generate 1.5–3x long-term rental income, but operating costs and revenue volatility are far higher. This calculator builds a realistic monthly P&L from nightly-rate and occupancy inputs.

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Inputs

  • Average Daily Rate (ADR). Median nightly rate net of weekend/holiday premium.
  • Occupancy %. Realistic stabilized occupancy — often 55–70% in mature markets.
  • Cleaning Fee & Frequency. Per-turn cleaning cost.
  • Platform Fees. Airbnb/VRBO host fees (typically 3–14%).
  • Operating Expenses. Utilities, supplies, internet, management, maintenance.

Outputs

  • Monthly Revenue. ADR × occupancy × nights.
  • Net Cash Flow. Revenue minus all operating, fee, and debt costs.
  • Investment Score. Deal grade adjusted for STR-specific risks.

Best Practices

  • Verify local STR regulations BEFORE underwriting — permit denial kills the strategy.
  • Stress test at LTR rents as a fallback — what's cash flow if STR is banned?

Common Pitfalls

  • Using AirDNA peak revenue without seasonality discount.
  • Underestimating cleaning, supplies, and turnover labor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Airbnb still profitable?
Yes, but margins have compressed. Top-quartile properties in regulation-friendly markets still produce strong returns; average properties increasingly underperform LTR.