Airbnb market data · 202512 months to October 2025
Donaldston, PE Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Donaldston brought in CA$25,958 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 Donaldston run through October 2025.
The short answer
Donaldston Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged CA$216 a night and were booked on 52% of available nights.
Timing matters: in August, the best month, the average listing earned about 5.8 times as much as in January, the slowest. With only 17 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 17 active listings, Donaldston is the 32nd-largest of 36 Prince Edward Island markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Donaldston?
Gross bookings per Donaldston listing averaged CA$25,958 over the 12 months to October 2025 (Prince Edward Island average: CA$30,044), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Donaldston listing brought in CA$6,810 in August, its best month, and CA$1,170 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 40% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Donaldston's 17 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn CA$6,070+ a month, about 1.9 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn CA$4,430 or more, roughly CA$1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about CA$3,280 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn CA$2,140 or less, about two-thirds 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 5.8 times what January did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$3,600.
Donaldston Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the October 2025 data.
August led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2024 | CA$2,514 | 38.3% | CA$261 | 44 days |
| Dec 2024 | CA$3,731 | 35.5% | CA$260 | 1 day |
| Jan 2025 | CA$1,168 | 16.1% | CA$261 | 1 day |
| Feb 2025 | CA$2,312 | 41.0% | CA$256 | 42 days |
| Mar 2025 | CA$2,913 | 34.4% | CA$254 | 23 days |
| Apr 2025 | CA$3,398 | 43.3% | CA$258 | 120 days |
| May 2025 | CA$3,960 | 52.2% | CA$263 | 129 days |
| Jun 2025 | CA$3,735 | 55.6% | CA$225 | 73 days |
| Jul 2025 | CA$6,710 | 86.8% | CA$239 | 124 days |
| Aug 2025 | CA$6,807 | 87.9% | CA$239 | 136 days |
| Sep 2025 | CA$3,244 | 49.6% | CA$227 | 68 days |
| Oct 2025 | CA$2,732 | 39.7% | CA$225 | 59 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Donaldston home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb estimator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Donaldston Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Donaldston Airbnb took in CA$25,958 in the 12 months to October 2025, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about CA$1,580 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$2,150 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.
Donaldston Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | CA$25,958 | CA$35,090 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −CA$4,020 | −CA$5,440 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −CA$1,300 | −CA$1,750 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −CA$520 | −CA$700 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −CA$780 | −CA$1,050 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −CA$260 | −CA$260 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −CA$130 | −CA$130 |
| 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$7,010 | −CA$9,330 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | CA$18,948about CA$1,580 a month | CA$25,760about CA$2,150 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Donaldston Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Donaldston'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 Donaldston 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 Donaldston's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Donaldston listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 45% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of CA$215 adds about CA$2,170 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge CA$260 a night or more, against a median of CA$215. 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$2,600 a year.
- Open for the busy months. August brought the average listing about CA$6,810, against CA$1,170 in January, 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$2,920 a month, against CA$2,160 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Donaldston?
Donaldston listings were booked on 52% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points above the Prince Edward Island average (49%) and 7 points above the Canada average (45%). Occupancy swings from 16% in January to 88% in August.
Across Donaldston's 17 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 70%+ of open nights, 25 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 45% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 34% or less, under three nights a week.
August was the busiest month in Donaldston, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 52% 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 Donaldston?
The average nightly rate in Donaldston, known as ADR (average daily rate), was CA$216 over the past year, about 28% below the Prince Edward Island and Canada averages (CA$300 and CA$290). Averaged month by month, rates peak in May and November at about CA$265 and bottom out in June and October at about CA$225.
Across Donaldston's 17 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge CA$460+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge CA$260 or more, about CA$45 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about CA$215 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge CA$180 or less, about 16% below the median.
May rates ran 17% above June's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, CA$247. The 12-month ADR of CA$216 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Donaldston
With only 17 active listings, the monthly pattern in Donaldston is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in August and bottomed out in January.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Donaldston?
Guests book Donaldston stays 97 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 136 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 1 days. A typical August booking is made in early April.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 97 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 Donaldston
71% of the 17 active listings in Donaldston 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 Donaldston.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Donaldston
AirROI's area guide picks four Donaldston neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Borden-Carleton, Tignish and Montague. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Borden-Carleton | Gateway to the island via the Confederation Bridge, this area is great for travelers looking to explore both PEI and mainland New Brunswick. | Confederation Bridge, Borden-Carleton Visitor Information Centre, The Home of Confederation |
| Tignish | A serene and beautiful area known for its beaches and rural landscapes, excellent for those seeking relaxation and nature. | Tignish Shore Park, Indian Head Lighthouse, Miminegash River |
| Montague | A charming town located on the eastern side of the island, known for its beautiful waterfront and outdoor activities. | Montague River Trail, Montague Marina, The King's Playhouse |
| Long River | A small rural community that offers a peaceful retreat with stunning views of the countryside, ideal for nature lovers and those looking for privacy. | Long River Marina, The Green Gables Golf Club, Local artisan shops |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Donaldston vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 26 km, Rustico (22 km away, 31 listings) earned the most per listing, about 73% more than Donaldston. Brackley Beach was the busiest, booked on 58% of nights against 52% in Donaldston.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope 11 km | 74 | CA$25,771 | CA$276 | 50% |
| Brackley Beach 15 km | 76 | CA$25,932 | CA$263 | 58% |
| Charlottetown 17 km | 341 | CA$33,739 | CA$274 | 51% |
| Town of Stratford 18 km | 55 | CA$33,960 | CA$297 | 49% |
| Cornwall 21 km | 36 | CA$24,331 | CA$268 | 52% |
| Rustico 22 km | 31 | CA$44,931 | CA$422 | 52% |
| New Glasgow 25 km | 38 | CA$18,974 | CA$235 | 43% |
| North Rustico 26 km | 78 | CA$33,958 | CA$388 | 46% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Prince Edward Island
- Cavendish Airbnb data 131 listings
- Stanley Bridge Airbnb data 69 listings
- Summerside Airbnb data 54 listings
- Darnley Airbnb data 50 listings
- Kensington Airbnb data 44 listings
See all 36 Prince Edward Island Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Donaldston
Markets elsewhere in Canada with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Donaldston:
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- New Westminster Airbnb data BC · CA$207/night · 50.9%
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- St. John's Airbnb data NL · CA$230/night · 50.8%
- Sault Ste. Marie Airbnb data ON · CA$212/night · 49.7%
- Twillingate Airbnb data NL · CA$233/night · 52.3%
FAQ
Donaldston Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Donaldston?
An active Donaldston Airbnb grossed CA$25,958 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$4,430 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Donaldston?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Donaldston listings earn between CA$2,140 and CA$4,430 in a typical month, and the top tenth CA$6,070 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 Donaldston?
Listings in Donaldston were booked on 52% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Prince Edward Island average. August was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Donaldston?
The average booked night in Donaldston cost CA$216 before fees. Half of listings charge between CA$180 and CA$260, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Donaldston?
In Donaldston, 71% 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 Donaldston?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Donaldston Airbnb grossed CA$25,958 in the 12 months to October 2025, 14% below the Prince Edward Island average of CA$30,044, 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$18,948 a year (about CA$1,580 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$2,150 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Donaldston?
August paid best over the past year, at CA$6,810 per active listing, and January paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Donaldston?
Donaldston stays were booked 97 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 Donaldston?
Borden-Carleton, Tignish and Montague draw the most short-term rental interest in Donaldston. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Donaldston?
AirROI counted 17 active Airbnb listings in Donaldston as of October 2025. The closest tracked market is Stanhope, 11 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 17 active Airbnb listings in Donaldston 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.