Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Darling Point, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Darling Point brought in A$66,019 over the 12 months through October 2026, across just 21 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
The short answer
Darling Point Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Darling Point run ahead of the New South Wales average, at prices about 9% higher. Listings averaged A$512 a night and were booked on 51% of available nights, against A$470 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
July, the best month, brought in about 67% more per listing than June, the slowest. With only 21 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 21 active listings, Darling Point is the 288th-largest of 321 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Darling Point?
Gross bookings per Darling Point listing averaged A$66,019 over the 12 months to October 2026 (New South Wales average: A$50,323), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Darling Point listing brought in A$10,100 in July, its best month, and A$6,060 in June, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 29% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Darling Point's 21 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$19,300+ a month, about 3.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$12,900 or more, roughly A$7,800 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$5,080 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,840 or less, about 56% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earned about 1.7 times what June did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$8,450.
Darling Point Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in November 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | A$8,929 | 67.7% | A$437 | A$288 | 28 days | 5.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$9,006 | 75.0% | A$442 | A$300 | 35 days | 4.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$9,397 | 52.2% | A$473 | A$303 | 64 days | 8.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$8,084 | 49.6% | A$448 | A$261 | 34 days | 6.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$7,971 | 64.7% | A$431 | A$285 | 41 days | 5.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$9,013 | 63.9% | A$421 | A$291 | 34 days | 6.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$7,946 | 52.8% | A$428 | A$265 | 24 days | 7.6 nights |
| May 2026 | A$7,592 | 55.6% | A$412 | A$245 | 35 days | 7.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$6,057 | 41.7% | A$552 | A$202 | 12 days | 5.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$10,103 | 54.6% | A$615 | A$326 | 32 days | 7.6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$7,836 | 57.9% | A$559 | A$253 | 79 days | 4.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | A$9,447 | 66.9% | A$594 | A$315 | 36 days | 5.8 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Darling Point home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the free Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Darling Point Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Darling Point Airbnb took in A$66,019 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$3,650 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about A$9,420 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$5,570 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$4,110 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$3,150 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Darling Point Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$60,449 | A$153,900 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay8% of Darling Point bookings | A$5,570 | A$14,180 |
| Gross bookings | A$66,019 | A$168,080 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Darling Point listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$9,050 | −A$23,050 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$5,570 | −A$14,180 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$3,300 | −A$8,400 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$1,320 | −A$3,360 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,980 | −A$5,040 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$660 | −A$660 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$330 | −A$330 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$22,210 | −A$55,020 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$43,809about A$3,650 a month | A$113,060about A$9,420 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Darling Point Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Darling Point's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Darling Point home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Darling Point's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Darling Point listings are booked on 75% or more of their nights, against 60% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$325 adds about A$3,260 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$635 a night or more, against a median of A$325. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about A$6,040 a year.
- Open for the busy months. July brought the average listing about A$10,100, against A$6,060 in June, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Darling Point listings average 4.74 stars, and 24% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about A$14,010 a month, against A$5,500 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Darling Point?
Darling Point listings were booked on 51% of the nights they were open over the past year, 10 percentage points above the New South Wales average (41%) and 8 points above the Australia average (43%). Occupancy swings from 42% in June to 75% in November.
Across Darling Point's 21 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 89%+ of open nights, 29 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 75% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 60% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 39% or less, under three nights a week.
November was the busiest month in Darling Point, June the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 51% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Darling Point?
The average nightly rate in Darling Point, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$512 over the past year, about 9% above the New South Wales average of A$470 and about 26% above the Australia average of A$405. Rates peak in July at about A$615 and bottom out in May at about A$410.
Across Darling Point's 21 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$895+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$635 or more, about A$310 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$325 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$160 or less, about half of the median.
July rates ran 49% above May's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$484. The 12-month ADR of A$512 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Darling Point?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Darling Point it averaged A$235 over the past year, from about A$202 in June to about A$326 in July.
Across Darling Point's 21 active listings, RevPAR by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$577+ per open night, about 3.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$298 or more, about A$140 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$154 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$99 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR was about 1.6 times June's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2025 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$278. The 12-month RevPAR of A$235 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Darling Point
With only 21 active listings, the monthly pattern in Darling Point is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in July and bottomed out in June.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Darling Point?
Guests book Darling Point stays 34 days ahead on average (about five weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 79 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 12 days. A typical August booking is made in late May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2025 to September 2026
The 12-month figure of 34 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Darling Point
76% of the 21 active listings in Darling Point display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Darling Point.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Darling Point
AirROI's area guide picks four Darling Point neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Northern Tip & McKell Park, Rushcutters Bay Foreshore and Central Ridge & St Mark's. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Tip & McKell Park | This waterfront pocket attracts upscale leisure travellers and wedding parties seeking harbour views and quiet surroundings. Guests can commute directly to Circular Quay via public ferry or walk to foreshore gardens. | McKell Park, Darling Point Ferry Wharf, Lindesay House, Craigend, Carthona |
| Rushcutters Bay Foreshore | Situated along New Beach Road, this side draws sailing enthusiasts and event attendees heading to the marina. Visitors can walk directly into park grounds and access nearby Potts Point dining. | Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Rushcutters Bay Park, Sir David Martin Reserve, The Drill Hall, d'Albora Marinas Rushcutters Bay |
| Central Ridge & St Mark's | Extending along the elevated spine of Darling Point Road, this sector caters to wedding guests and family groups booking multi-bedroom apartments. The location offers regular 328 bus services and straightforward walking routes down to Edgecliff rail interchange. | St Mark's Anglican Church, Darling Point Road, Bishops Court, Greenoaks Avenue |
| Yarranabbe & Double Bay Slopes | Positioned along the eastern face above Double Bay, this enclave appeals to business travellers and long-stay guests who want quiet residential streets within walking distance of retail precincts and ferry connections. | Yarranabbe Road, Yarranabbe Park, Thornton Street Lookout, Steyne Park |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Darling Point vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 4 km, Millers Point (3 km away, 41 listings) earned the most per listing, about 42% more than Darling Point.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushcutters Bay 1 km | 32 | A$30,924 | A$305 | 51% |
| Potts Point 1 km | 70 | A$34,877 | A$311 | 55% |
| Paddington 2 km | 55 | A$67,747 | A$491 | 56% |
| Surry Hills 3 km | 209 | A$48,450 | A$351 | 54% |
| Haymarket 3 km | 86 | A$53,213 | A$418 | 60% |
| Kirribilli 3 km | 40 | A$74,750 | A$423 | 61% |
| Millers Point 3 km | 41 | A$93,809 | A$583 | 62% |
| Bondi 4 km | 52 | A$47,000 | A$560 | 49% |
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FAQ
Darling Point Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Darling Point?
An active Darling Point Airbnb grossed A$66,019 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 21 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$12,900 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Darling Point?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Darling Point listings earn between A$2,840 and A$12,900 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$19,300 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Darling Point?
Listings in Darling Point were booked on 51% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. November was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Darling Point?
The average booked night in Darling Point cost A$512 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$160 and A$635, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Darling Point?
In Darling Point, 76% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Darling Point?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Darling Point Airbnb grossed A$66,019 in the 12 months to October 2026, 31% above the New South Wales average of A$50,323, though with only 21 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$43,809 a year (about A$3,650 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about A$9,420 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Darling Point?
July paid best over the past year, at A$10,100 per active listing, and June paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Darling Point?
Each night a Darling Point listing was open to book earned A$235 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made A$577 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Darling Point?
Darling Point stays were booked 34 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Darling Point?
The average Darling Point Airbnb stay lasted 6.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Darling Point rated?
Guests rate Darling Point Airbnbs 4.74 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Darling Point?
Northern Tip & McKell Park, Rushcutters Bay Foreshore and Central Ridge & St Mark's draw the most short-term rental interest in Darling Point. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Darling Point?
AirROI counted 21 active Airbnb listings in Darling Point as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Rushcutters Bay, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Darling Point?
In Darling Point, 86% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$254, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to A$628, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Darling Point, NSW?
All of Australia had 7.6 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, Tourism Research Australia reports. AirROI estimates 557 Airbnb stays in Darling Point, NSW in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See New South Wales tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 21 active Airbnb listings in Darling Point from November 2025 to October 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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