Oceancrest Coolum Hideaway with Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.12 - Revenue
- A$100,457
- Occupancy
- 32.3%
- Daily rate
- A$908
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Sunshine Coast, QLD Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Sunshine Coast brought in A$34,774 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 28% less than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Sunshine Coast Airbnb Market at a Glance
Sunshine Coast earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged A$436 a night and were booked on 43% of available nights, against A$385 and 46% for the Queensland average.
With 52 active listings, Sunshine Coast is the 64th-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sunshine Coast?
Gross bookings per Sunshine Coast listing averaged A$34,774 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Sunshine Coast listing brought in A$8,040 in January, its best month, and A$4,330 in May, its slowest.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least three times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$11,600+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$7,880 or more, roughly A$3,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$4,900 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,600 or less, about half 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.
January earned about 1.9 times what May did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$8,040 A$4,330
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$5,840.
Sunshine Coast Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
January 2026 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | – | – | A$443 | – | – | – |
| Oct 2025 | – | – | A$444 | – | – | – |
| Nov 2025 | – | – | A$442 | – | – | – |
| Dec 2025 | A$7,343 | 52.9% | A$445 | A$237 | 8 days | 6.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$8,041 | 55.8% | A$433 | A$259 | 22 days | 6.2 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$4,732 | 40.7% | A$410 | A$169 | 34 days | 7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$5,535 | 41.4% | A$414 | A$179 | 29 days | 6.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$5,836 | 44.8% | A$438 | A$195 | 42 days | 5 nights |
| May 2026 | A$4,332 | 30.5% | A$419 | A$140 | 52 days | 7.4 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$4,813 | 37.4% | A$457 | A$160 | 40 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$5,813 | 42.7% | A$472 | A$188 | 57 days | 4.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$6,120 | 48.9% | A$446 | A$197 | 42 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.
The typical Sunshine Coast listing earns about A$4,900 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Sunshine Coast Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sunshine Coast Airbnb took in A$34,774 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,780 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$2,900 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$4,650 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,170 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,530 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.
Sunshine Coast Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$30,124 | A$48,520 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Sunshine Coast bookings | A$4,650 | A$7,480 |
| Gross bookings | A$34,774 | A$56,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Sunshine Coast listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$4,720 | −A$7,600 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$4,650 | −A$7,480 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,740 | −A$2,800 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$700 | −A$1,120 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,040 | −A$1,680 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$350 | −A$350 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$170 | −A$170 |
| 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$13,370 | −A$21,200 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$21,404about A$1,780 a month | A$34,800about A$2,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Sunshine Coast Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Sunshine Coast'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 Sunshine Coast 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 Sunshine Coast's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sunshine Coast listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 41% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$410 adds about A$4,080 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$525 a night or more, against a median of A$410. 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$3,010 a year.
- Open for the busy months. January brought the average listing about A$8,040, against A$4,330 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Sunshine Coast listings average 4.84 stars, and 38% 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$4,670 a month, against A$2,900 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sunshine Coast?
Sunshine Coast listings were booked on 43% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Queensland average (46%) and in line with the Australia average. Occupancy swings from 30% in May to 56% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 41% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 26% or less, under two nights a week.
January was the busiest month in Sunshine Coast, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 44% 56% 30%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Sunshine Coast?
The average nightly rate in Sunshine Coast, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$436 over the past year, about 13% above the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). Rates peak in July at about A$470 and bottom out in February and March at about A$410.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$710+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$525 or more, about A$120 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$410 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$275 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates ran 15% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$472 A$410
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$437.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
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 Sunshine Coast it averaged A$189 over the past year, from about A$140 in May to about A$259 in January.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$340+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$249 or more, about A$100 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$147 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$114 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
January RevPAR was about 1.9 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$259 A$140
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$191.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast has one high season, December and January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in May and June, with a midsummer dip in February as well.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–January | A$7,690 | 54% | A$439 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch–April, July–August | A$5,830 | 44% | A$442 |
| Low seasonFebruary, May–June | A$4,630 | 36% | A$429 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
Guests book Sunshine Coast stays 34 days ahead on average (about five weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 57 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 8 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-May.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 36 days 57 days 8 days
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 Sunshine Coast
None of the 52 active listings in Sunshine Coast 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 Sunshine Coast.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sunshine Coast
AirROI's area guide picks Coolum Beach and Sippy Downs as the parts of Sunshine Coast that draw short-term rental guests. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Coolum Beach | A serene beach location known for its laid-back vibe and natural beauty. Attracts visitors seeking a more peaceful getaway. | Coolum Beach, Mount Coolum, Yaroomba Beach, Coolum State School, Peregian Springs |
| Sippy Downs | A growing area close to the Sunshine Coast University, popular for long-term stays and student accommodation, also family-friendly. | University of the Sunshine Coast, Treetops Park, Sippy Downs Town Centre, Central Park |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Sunshine Coast Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Sunshine Coast is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses are the most common property type at 52%, ahead of apartments and condos (37%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Sunshine Coast Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 98%
- Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.1% | 51 |
| Private room | 1.9% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Sunshine Coast Airbnb listings by property type
- House 52%
- Apartment/Condo 37%
- Hotel/Boutique 8%
- Others 4%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.9% | 27 |
| Apartment/Condo | 36.5% | 19 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 7.7% | 4 |
| Others | 3.8% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Sunshine Coast Have?
Most Sunshine Coast homes are built for groups: 59% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (29%).
Sunshine Coast entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
2%
18%
22%
29%
24%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.0% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 17.6% | 9 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.6% | 11 |
| 3 bedrooms | 29.4% | 15 |
| 4 bedrooms | 23.5% | 12 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.9% | 3 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Sunshine Coast
A typical two-bedroom home in Sunshine Coast earned A$29,300 over the past year, against A$48,200 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 11 | A$29,300 | A$26,300 | A$328 | 43% |
| 3 bedrooms | 15 | A$23,500 | A$30,800 | A$467 | 41% |
| 4 bedrooms | 12 | A$48,200 | A$53,000 | A$614 | 49% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Sunshine Coast Sleep?
Sunshine Coast is a group-trip market: 31% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.6 times the share of the next most common size, two guests (19%).
Sunshine Coast listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
19%
2%
19%
2%
19%
8%
31%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 19.2% | 10 |
| 3 guests | 1.9% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 19.2% | 10 |
| 5 guests | 1.9% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 19.2% | 10 |
| 7 guests | 7.7% | 4 |
| 8+ guests | 30.8% | 16 |
How Sunshine Coast Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Sunshine Coast hosts set up an average of 3.5 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. 52% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 3.5
- Show exact location
- 52%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Sunshine Coast Offer?
Pools are common in Sunshine Coast: 56% of listings have one, and 90% have a washer.
Share of Sunshine Coast listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Sunshine Coast?
Most Sunshine Coast guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 22% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
78% of Sunshine Coast guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 78%
- International 22%
Where Sunshine Coast guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 8.6% |
| Melbourne | 3.8% |
| Auckland | 2.5% |
Where Sunshine Coast guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 77.8% |
| United Kingdom | 6.5% |
| New Zealand | 4.6% |
| United States | 2.8% |
| Canada | 2.5% |
Languages spoken by Sunshine Coast guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 60.1% |
| French | 8.0% |
| Spanish | 8.0% |
| German | 6.5% |
| Portuguese | 2.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Sunshine Coast?
Sunshine Coast Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 38% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.72, against 4.91 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Sunshine Coast; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.72 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Sunshine Coast: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly all Sunshine Coast listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 2% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 48% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Sunshine Coast listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 52%
- 181-270 days 46%
- 91-180 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 51.9% | 27 |
| 181-270 days | 46.2% | 24 |
| 91-180 days | 1.9% | 1 |
Days a year Sunshine Coast listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 2%
- 91-180 days 48%
- 31-90 days 31%
- 1-30 days 19%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 1.9% | 1 |
| 91-180 days | 48.1% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 30.8% | 16 |
| 1-30 days | 19.2% | 10 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
The average Sunshine Coast booking lasts 6.1 nights, longest in May and shortest in June. Listings took about 16 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 Sunshine Coast
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.9 nights 7.4 nights 4.3 nights
Sunshine Coast Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
48% of listings in Sunshine Coast accept stays of one or two nights; two nights and three nights are the most common minimums, tied at 38% each.
Minimum stay set by Sunshine Coast listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Sunshine Coast?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Sunshine Coast, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Nearly four in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 40% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Sunshine Coast listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Sunshine Coast?
About eight in ten Sunshine Coast listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$264, and some higher fees lift the average to A$365. Spread over the average stay of 6.1 nights, that adds roughly A$45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$264
- Average cleaning fee
- A$365
- Listings charging a fee
- 78.8%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.4%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Sunshine Coast
The top-grossing Airbnb in Sunshine Coast, a five-bedroom home, took in A$100,000 over the past year, about 2.9 times the city's average of A$34,800.
Oceancrest Coolum Hideaway with Pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.12 
Ocean View Beach House - Pet Friendly & Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.60 - Revenue
- A$98,424
- Occupancy
- 41.4%
- Daily rate
- A$1,029
The Coolum Beach luxury palm house Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$97,035
- Occupancy
- 71.2%
- Daily rate
- A$990
Executive Coolum Beach Whole House Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$91,380
- Occupancy
- 49.7%
- Daily rate
- A$643
Executive Coolum Beach Villa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.57 - Revenue
- A$78,739
- Occupancy
- 54.8%
- Daily rate
- A$493
Pipi Beach House – Coastal Escape Coolum Beach Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- A$69,725
- Occupancy
- 64.2%
- Daily rate
- A$460
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Sunshine Coast?
Professional management companies run one in five Sunshine Coast listings and owners run the rest, though 31% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 46% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 85% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 46.2%
- Professional management
- 19.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 30.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 40.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 84.6%
Nearby markets
Sunshine Coast vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
AirROI also tracks listings in this area under another name: Sunshine Coast Regional (2,836 active listings) has its own page and is left out of the comparison below.
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 16 km, Noosa Heads (16 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.2 times as much as Sunshine Coast. Sunrise Beach was the busiest, booked on 48% of nights against 43% in Sunshine Coast.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peregian Beach 7 km | 141 | A$47,392 | A$533 | 37% |
| Sunrise Beach 13 km | 104 | A$71,586 | A$520 | 48% |
| Maroochydore 13 km | 105 | A$35,607 | A$358 | 44% |
| Sunshine Beach 15 km | 295 | A$61,802 | A$623 | 42% |
| Alexandra Headland 15 km | 81 | A$40,391 | A$356 | 42% |
| Noosaville 15 km | 101 | A$37,952 | A$406 | 39% |
| Noosa Heads 16 km | 1,028 | A$77,053 | A$610 | 47% |
| Tewantin 16 km | 70 | A$38,644 | A$349 | 44% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Queensland
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data 4,480 listings
- Gold Coast City Airbnb data 4,348 listings
- Cairns Airbnb data 843 listings
- Surfers Paradise Airbnb data 735 listings
- Port Douglas Airbnb data 668 listings
- Airlie Beach Airbnb data 407 listings
- Whitsunday Regional Airbnb data 397 listings
- Townsville Airbnb data 368 listings
See all 134 Queensland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Sunshine Coast
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Sunshine Coast:
- Wagga Wagga City Council Airbnb data NSW · A$437/night · 41.6%
- Blackheath Airbnb data NSW · A$406/night · 43.3%
- Brunswick Heads Airbnb data NSW · A$470/night · 42.2%
- Mandurah Airbnb data WA · A$395/night · 43.1%
- Ballina Shire Council Airbnb data NSW · A$461/night · 44.3%
- Mudgee Airbnb data NSW · A$471/night · 41.5%
FAQ
Sunshine Coast Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sunshine Coast?
An active Sunshine Coast Airbnb grossed A$34,774 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 52 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$7,880 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sunshine Coast listings earn between A$2,600 and A$7,880 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$11,600 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 Sunshine Coast?
Listings in Sunshine Coast were booked on 43% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. January was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Sunshine Coast?
The average booked night in Sunshine Coast cost A$436 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$275 and A$525, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
None of the active Sunshine Coast 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Sunshine Coast?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sunshine Coast Airbnb grossed A$34,774 in the 12 months to September 2026, 28% 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$21,404 a year (about A$1,780 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$2,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Sunshine Coast?
January paid best over the past year, at A$8,040 per active listing, and May paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Sunshine Coast?
Each night a Sunshine Coast listing was open to book earned A$189 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$340 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sunshine Coast?
Sunshine Coast 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 Sunshine Coast?
The average Sunshine Coast Airbnb stay lasted 6.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Sunshine Coast rated?
Guests rate Sunshine Coast Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sunshine Coast?
Coolum Beach and Sippy Downs draw the most short-term rental interest in Sunshine Coast. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Sunshine Coast?
AirROI counted 52 active Airbnb listings in Sunshine Coast as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Peregian Beach, 7 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Sunshine Coast?
In Sunshine Coast, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$264, and some higher fees lift the average to A$365.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 52 active Airbnb listings in Sunshine Coast 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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