The Buddina House | Luxury Waterfront Haven Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- A$161,431
- Occupancy
- 78.0%
- Daily rate
- A$754
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Buddina brought in A$42,253 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 13% less than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Listings averaged A$369 a night and were booked on 46% of available nights, close to the Queensland average on both counts.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.1 times as much as in March, the slowest. With only 31 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 31 active listings, Buddina is the 88th-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Buddina listing averaged A$42,253 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Buddina listing brought in A$8,770 in December, its best month, and A$4,120 in March, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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.
December earned about 2.1 times what March did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$6,410.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in July 2026 and bookings in November 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$7,516 | 56.7% | A$368 | A$251 | 36 days | 2.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$7,330 | 51.6% | A$369 | A$236 | 44 days | 3.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$7,680 | 64.0% | A$365 | A$256 | 49 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$8,767 | 61.8% | A$398 | A$283 | 14 days | 9.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$7,572 | 55.5% | A$385 | A$244 | 27 days | 6.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$4,634 | 48.2% | A$329 | A$166 | 22 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$4,121 | 39.1% | A$347 | A$133 | 23 days | 4.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$5,478 | 43.2% | A$375 | A$183 | 37 days | 4.3 nights |
| May 2026 | A$4,739 | 41.1% | A$340 | A$153 | 39 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$5,527 | 47.0% | A$377 | A$184 | 40 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$7,394 | 50.3% | A$401 | A$239 | 47 days | 4.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$6,172 | 51.1% | A$368 | A$199 | 46 days | 3.8 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Buddina address, run it through the Airbnb profit calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Buddina Airbnb took in A$42,253 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,210 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$3,780 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$4,820 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,610 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,900 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$37,433 | A$63,280 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Buddina bookings | A$4,820 | A$8,140 |
| Gross bookings | A$42,253 | A$71,420 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 90% of Buddina listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$6,040 | −A$10,210 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$4,820 | −A$8,140 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,110 | −A$3,570 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$850 | −A$1,430 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,270 | −A$2,140 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$420 | −A$420 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$210 | −A$210 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$15,720 | −A$26,120 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$26,533about A$2,210 a month | A$45,300about A$3,780 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Buddina'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 Buddina home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
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$5,950 a month, against A$3,520 for the average one.
Occupancy
Buddina listings were booked on 46% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Queensland average and 3 percentage points above the Australia average (43%). Occupancy swings from 39% in March to 64% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
November was the busiest month in Buddina, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 46% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Buddina, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$369 over the past year, about the same as the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). Rates peak in July and December at about A$400 and bottom out in February at about A$330.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates ran 22% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$368.
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 Buddina it averaged A$180 over the past year, from about A$133 in March to about A$283 in December.
Per open night, by tier:
December RevPAR was about 2.1 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$210. The 12-month RevPAR of A$180 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 31 active listings, the monthly pattern in Buddina is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in December and bottomed out in March.
Guests book Buddina stays 30 days ahead on average (about four weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 49 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical November booking is made in late September.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 30 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 31 active listings in Buddina display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
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 Buddina.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Buddina neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Buddina Beach, Kawana Waters and Minyama. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Buddina Beach | A beautiful beach location ideal for holidaymakers, known for its great surf and family-friendly atmosphere. Close to amenities and perfect for those seeking relaxation by the ocean. | Buddina Beach, La Balsa Park, Mooloolaba Esplanade, Kawana Shoppingworld, Point Cartwright Lighthouse, Aquatic Centre |
| Kawana Waters | A stunning waterways area ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families. Offering access to various water sports and recreational activities, it's great for guests looking to explore the natural beauty of Queensland. | Kawana Waters Marina, Paddle boarding, Biking paths, Local parks, Mooloolaba Surf Club, Fishing spots |
| Minyama | A serene suburb known for its luxurious waterfront homes and calm lifestyle. Attracts visitors looking for a peaceful getaway with convenient access to beaches and shopping. | Minyama Beach, Local parks, Marina, Waterfront dining, Access to Mooloolaba, Natural beauty spots |
| Parrearra | Ideal for guests wanting a quieter, family-friendly experience while still being close to major attractions. Residential atmosphere with nearby conveniences contributing to a comfortable stay. | Kayaking on the waterways, Parrearra Channel, Local parks, Shopping centres, Quiet beaches, Walking paths |
| Sippy Downs | A growing suburb with a vibrant community and for families seeking a suburban feel. Close to local schools and shops providing a family-friendly environment. | University of the Sunshine Coast, Local shops, Parks, Community facilities, Sporting grounds |
| Kawana Island | A picturesque island-like suburb with waterfront views and a community feel. Great for visitors wanting to enjoy nature and tranquility while being near the Sunshine Coast beaches. | Kawana Island Parks, Waterfront walking tracks, Fishing and boating, Local picnic areas, Community markets |
| Buddina's Scenic Spots | Buddina offers various scenic spots great for relaxation and enjoying nature, making it an appealing location for eco-tourists and nature lovers. | Point Cartwright, Sunshine Coast Coastal Path, Natural reserves, Scenic overlooks, Wildlife encounters |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Buddina is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 55%, about 1.7 times the share of apartments and condos (32%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Buddina Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.8% | 30 |
| Private room | 3.2% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Buddina Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 54.8% | 17 |
| Apartment/Condo | 32.3% | 10 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.5% | 2 |
| Others | 6.5% | 2 |
Two- and three-bedroom homes are equally common in Buddina (23% of entire homes each), followed by one-bedroom homes (20%).
Buddina entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 10.0% | 3 |
| 1 bedroom | 20.0% | 6 |
| 2 bedrooms | 23.3% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 23.3% | 7 |
| 4 bedrooms | 20.0% | 6 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.3% | 1 |
The most common capacity in Buddina is two guests or eight or more (27% of listings each), and 47% of listings sleep six or more.
Buddina listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 3.3% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 26.7% | 8 |
| 4 guests | 20.0% | 6 |
| 5 guests | 3.3% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 20.0% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 26.7% | 8 |
Buddina hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. 58% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Pools are common in Buddina: 52% of listings have one, and 48% offer beach access.
Share of Buddina listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Buddina guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 17% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
83% of Buddina guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Buddina guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 7.5% |
| Melbourne | 2.5% |
| Sydney | 2.2% |
Where Buddina guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 83.0% |
| United Kingdom | 3.5% |
| New Zealand | 3.5% |
| United States | 3.0% |
| France | 2.2% |
Languages spoken by Buddina guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 68.0% |
| French | 5.9% |
| Spanish | 5.9% |
| German | 4.6% |
| Italian | 3.3% |
Buddina Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 48% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.67, against 4.90 for accuracy.
Accuracy scores highest in Buddina; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.76 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.67 |
Booking patterns
84% of Buddina listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 23% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 42% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Buddina listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 61.3% | 19 |
| 181-270 days | 22.6% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 12.9% | 4 |
| 31-90 days | 3.2% | 1 |
Days a year Buddina listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 3.2% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 19.4% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 16.1% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 41.9% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 19.4% | 6 |
The average Buddina booking lasts 5 nights, longest in December and shortest in September. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Buddina
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
About two-thirds of listings in Buddina accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Buddina listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Buddina, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 48% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Buddina listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than three-quarters of Buddina listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$221. Spread over the average stay of 5 nights, that adds roughly A$45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Buddina, a five-bedroom home, took in A$161,000 over the past year, about 3.8 times the city's average of A$42,300.
The Buddina House | Luxury Waterfront Haven Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Absolute Beachfront Paradise in Buddina Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Barefoot Buddina | Laid-Back Luxury by the Sea! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Luxury Beach Escape with Rooftop & Heated Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Brisa de Buddina | Coastal Luxury Retreat Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Salt Air Retreat | Steps to the Surf Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.84 Professional management companies run one in five Buddina listings and owners run the rest, though 29% of listings have a co-host. 77% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 90% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 13 km, Sunshine Coast Regional (8 km away) earned the most per listing, about 20% more than Buddina.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mooloolaba 3 km | 104 | A$39,955 | A$404 | 42% |
| Alexandra Headland 4 km | 81 | A$40,391 | A$356 | 42% |
| Maroochydore 7 km | 105 | A$35,607 | A$358 | 44% |
| Buderim 7 km | 30 | A$20,373 | A$316 | 45% |
| Sunshine Coast Regional 8 km | 2,836 | A$50,799 | A$391 | 45% |
| Kings Beach 11 km | 73 | A$24,659 | A$350 | 36% |
| Caloundra 12 km | 72 | A$22,111 | A$306 | 34% |
| Golden Beach 13 km | 33 | A$32,911 | A$344 | 44% |
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FAQ
An active Buddina Airbnb grossed A$42,253 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 31 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$8,780 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Buddina listings earn between A$2,820 and A$8,780 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$13,400 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Buddina were booked on 46% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. November was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Buddina cost A$369 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$210 and A$460, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Buddina listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Buddina Airbnb grossed A$42,253 in the 12 months to September 2026, 13% below the Queensland average of A$48,565. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$26,533 a year (about A$2,210 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$3,780 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
December paid best over the past year, at A$8,770 per active listing, and March paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Buddina listing was open to book earned A$180 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$363 or more.
Buddina stays were booked 30 days (about four weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Buddina Airbnb stay lasted 5 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Buddina Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score accuracy highest and value lowest.
Buddina Beach, Kawana Waters and Minyama draw the most short-term rental interest in Buddina. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 31 active Airbnb listings in Buddina as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Mooloolaba, 3 km away.
In Buddina, more than three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$221.
Method
Figures on this page cover 31 active Airbnb listings in Buddina from October 2025 to September 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 October 2025 to September 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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