Airbnb market data · 202512 months to October 2025
Petit Étang, NS Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Petit Étang brought in CA$32,058 over the 12 months through October 2025, across just 17 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Petit Étang run through October 2025.
The short answer
Petit Étang Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged CA$212 a night and were booked on 55% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.6 times as much as in February, the slowest. With only 17 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 17 active listings, Petit Étang is the 48th-largest of 49 Nova Scotia markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Petit Étang?
Gross bookings per Petit Étang listing averaged CA$32,058 over the 12 months to October 2025 (Nova Scotia average: CA$35,522), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Petit Étang listing brought in CA$5,970 in August, its best month, and CA$1,650 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Petit Étang's 17 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$6,950+ a month, about 2.1 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$4,920 or more, roughly CA$1,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CA$3,230 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$1,840 or less, about 57% 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.
August earned about 3.6 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$3,730.
Petit Étang Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2025 data.
August led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in October.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2024 | CA$3,358 | 60.3% | CA$200 | 71 days |
| Dec 2024 | CA$3,716 | 39.8% | CA$200 | 35 days |
| Jan 2025 | CA$1,966 | 33.1% | CA$194 | 43 days |
| Feb 2025 | CA$1,646 | 34.9% | CA$189 | 43 days |
| Mar 2025 | CA$2,574 | 47.1% | CA$193 | 17 days |
| Apr 2025 | CA$3,055 | 40.7% | CA$200 | 119 days |
| May 2025 | CA$3,997 | 52.1% | CA$202 | 108 days |
| Jun 2025 | CA$4,071 | 55.8% | CA$220 | 73 days |
| Jul 2025 | CA$5,559 | 67.7% | CA$226 | 114 days |
| Aug 2025 | CA$5,970 | 76.3% | CA$231 | 115 days |
| Sep 2025 | CA$4,645 | 61.0% | CA$224 | 85 days |
| Oct 2025 | CA$4,179 | 56.8% | CA$235 | 74 days |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in for stays in that month.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Petit Étang market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb revenue calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Petit Étang Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Petit Étang Airbnb took in CA$32,058 in the 12 months to October 2025, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CA$1,950 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 CA$2,990 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.
Petit Étang Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | CA$32,058 | CA$48,780 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −CA$4,970 | −CA$7,560 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −CA$1,600 | −CA$2,440 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −CA$640 | −CA$980 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −CA$960 | −CA$1,460 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −CA$320 | −CA$320 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −CA$160 | −CA$160 |
| ManagementCA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | CA$0 | CA$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings | −CA$8,650 | −CA$12,920 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | CA$23,408about CA$1,950 a month | CA$35,860about CA$2,990 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Petit Étang Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Petit Étang'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 Petit Étang 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 Petit Étang's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Petit Étang listings are booked on 67% or more of their nights, against 52% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CA$180 adds about CA$1,810 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CA$245 a night or more, against a median of CA$180. 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 CA$3,210 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about CA$5,970, against CA$1,650 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
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 CA$4,070 a month, against CA$2,670 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Petit Étang?
Petit Étang listings were booked on 55% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Nova Scotia average (51%) and 10 points above the Canada average (45%). Occupancy swings from 33% in January to 76% in August.
Across Petit Étang's 17 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 26 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 67% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 52% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 36% or less, under three nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Petit Étang, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 55% 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 Petit Étang?
The average nightly rate in Petit Étang, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CA$212 over the past year, about 17% below the Nova Scotia average of CA$255 and about 27% below the Canada average of CA$290. Rates peak in August and October at about CA$235 and bottom out in February and March at about CA$190.
Across Petit Étang's 17 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CA$325+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge CA$245 or more, about CA$65 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about CA$180 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CA$160 or less, about 10% below the median.
October rates ran 24% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$210.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Petit Étang
With only 17 active listings, the monthly pattern in Petit Étang is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in February.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Petit Étang?
Guests book Petit Étang stays 85 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. April stays are booked furthest out, about 119 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 17 days. A typical April booking is made in mid-December.
April stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 85 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 Petit Étang
All 17 active listings in Petit Étang 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 Petit Étang.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Petit Étang
AirROI's area guide picks four Petit Étang neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Petit Étang Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Margaree Valley. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Petit Étang Beach | A beautiful, secluded beach area perfect for relaxation and water activities. The area attracts families and couples looking for a peaceful retreat by the ocean. | Petite Étang Beach, Kayaking, Fishing, Hiking trails, Gorgeous sunsets |
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park | A stunning national park with breathtaking landscapes, hiking trails, and unique wildlife. A great draw for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. | Skyline Trail, Cabot Trail, Hiking Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Scenic Lookouts |
| Margaree Valley | Known for its fishing and scenic landscapes, this area attracts fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers looking for a quiet escape. | Margaree River, Fishing, Hiking, Canoeing |
| Whycocomagh | A quiet community with access to beautiful lakes and nature trails, perfect for those seeking tranquility and outdoor activities. | Whycocomagh Provincial Park, Lakes for Swimming and Fishing, Hiking Trails, Cultural Experiences |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Petit Étang vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 83 km, Point Cross (8 km away, 31 listings) earned the most per listing, about 30% more than Petit Étang.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheticamp 4 km | 73 | CA$33,285 | CA$276 | 49% |
| Point Cross 8 km | 31 | CA$41,712 | CA$336 | 57% |
| Ingonish 45 km | 43 | CA$33,661 | CA$256 | 52% |
| Indian Brook 46 km | 31 | CA$12,850 | CA$274 | 21% |
| Inverness 53 km | 51 | CA$37,034 | CA$380 | 47% |
| Baddeck 63 km | 54 | CA$31,970 | CA$260 | 52% |
| Port Hood 83 km | 38 | CA$31,310 | CA$274 | 54% |
| Sydney 83 km | 72 | CA$25,350 | CA$180 | 48% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Nova Scotia
- Halifax Airbnb data 845 listings
- Dartmouth Airbnb data 181 listings
- Bedford Airbnb data 99 listings
- Lunenburg Airbnb data 89 listings
- Wolfville Airbnb data 68 listings
- Town of Mahone Bay Airbnb data 60 listings
- Hubbards Airbnb data 59 listings
- Yarmouth Airbnb data 52 listings
See all 49 Nova Scotia Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Petit Étang
Markets elsewhere in Canada with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Petit Étang:
- Quebec City Airbnb data QC · CA$250/night · 54.9%
- New Westminster Airbnb data BC · CA$207/night · 50.9%
- Twillingate Airbnb data NL · CA$233/night · 52.3%
- Kingston Airbnb data ON · CA$220/night · 50.7%
- Rocky Harbour Airbnb data NL · CA$223/night · 58.9%
- Sault Ste. Marie Airbnb data ON · CA$212/night · 49.7%
FAQ
Petit Étang Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Petit Étang?
An active Petit Étang Airbnb grossed CA$32,058 on average in the 12 months to October 2025, according to AirROI's tracking of 17 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in CA$4,920 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Petit Étang?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Petit Étang listings earn between CA$1,840 and CA$4,920 in a typical month, and the top tenth CA$6,950 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 Petit Étang?
Listings in Petit Étang were booked on 55% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 51% for the Nova Scotia average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Petit Étang?
The average booked night in Petit Étang cost CA$212 before fees. Half of listings charge between CA$160 and CA$245, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Petit Étang?
All active Petit Étang 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 Petit Étang?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Petit Étang Airbnb grossed CA$32,058 in the 12 months to October 2025, 10% below the Nova Scotia average of CA$35,522, though with only 17 active listings a single property can move that figure. Run by its owner, with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, CA$23,408 a year (about CA$1,950 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 CA$2,990 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Petit Étang?
August paid best over the past year, at CA$5,970 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Petit Étang?
Petit Étang stays were booked 85 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Petit Étang?
Petit Étang Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National Park and Margaree Valley draw the most short-term rental interest in Petit Étang. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Petit Étang?
AirROI counted 17 active Airbnb listings in Petit Étang as of October 2025. The closest tracked market is Cheticamp, 4 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 17 active Airbnb listings in Petit Étang from November 2024 to October 2025 (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 Canadian dollars at CA$1.39 per US$, 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.