Airbnb market data · 202512 months to February 2025
Mugalivakkam, India Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Mugalivakkam brought in ₹210,980 over the 12 months through February 2025, across just 17 active listings, so a single property can move that figure.
AirROI's latest figures for Mugalivakkam run through February 2025.
The short answer
Mugalivakkam Airbnb Market at a Glance
Listings averaged ₹3,153 a night and were booked on 32% of available nights.
Timing matters: in November, the best month, the average listing earned about twice as much as in October, the slowest. With only 17 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 17 active listings, Mugalivakkam is the 37th-largest of 37 Tamil Nadu markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Mugalivakkam?
Gross bookings per Mugalivakkam listing averaged ₹210,980 over the 12 months to February 2025 (Tamil Nadu average: ₹383,237), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Mugalivakkam listing brought in ₹48,500 in November, its best month, and ₹24,600 in October, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
Across Mugalivakkam's 17 active listings, monthly revenue by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn ₹64,900+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn ₹43,700 or more, roughly ₹17,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about ₹26,700 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn ₹16,700 or less, about 63% 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.
November earned about twice what October did
Average revenue per active listing, by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹33,300.
Mugalivakkam Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the February 2025 data.
November led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in July and bookings in April, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | Booking Lead Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2024 | ₹28,259 | 36.6% | ₹3,570 | 15 days |
| Apr 2024 | ₹35,946 | 48.7% | ₹3,640 | 11 days |
| May 2024 | ₹44,667 | 48.4% | ₹3,640 | 21 days |
| Jun 2024 | ₹28,549 | 27.3% | ₹3,632 | 11 days |
| Jul 2024 | ₹39,633 | 47.3% | ₹3,907 | 18 days |
| Aug 2024 | ₹28,480 | 39.4% | ₹3,691 | 18 days |
| Sep 2024 | ₹25,697 | 39.3% | ₹3,617 | 14 days |
| Oct 2024 | ₹24,646 | 33.5% | ₹2,935 | 14 days |
| Nov 2024 | ₹48,458 | 41.7% | ₹3,040 | 17 days |
| Dec 2024 | ₹30,225 | 28.8% | ₹3,494 | 7 days |
| Jan 2025 | ₹32,529 | 31.6% | ₹3,339 | 11 days |
| Feb 2025 | ₹32,142 | 36.7% | ₹3,390 | 14 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 Mugalivakkam market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Mugalivakkam Profitable?
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Mugalivakkam Airbnb took in ₹210,980 in the 12 months to February 2025, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about ₹21,200 a month after running costs.
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.
Mugalivakkam Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Gross bookings | ₹210,980 | ₹345,700 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's fee15.5% of bookings, Airbnb's standard host-only fee | −₹32,700 | −₹53,600 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −₹10,500 | −₹17,300 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −₹4,200 | −₹6,900 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −₹6,300 | −₹10,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −₹2,100 | −₹2,100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −₹1,100 | −₹1,100 |
| Management₹0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings | −₹56,900 | −₹91,400 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | ₹154,080about ₹12,800 a month | ₹254,300about ₹21,200 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Mugalivakkam Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Mugalivakkam'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 Mugalivakkam 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 Mugalivakkam's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Mugalivakkam listings are booked on 51% or more of their nights, against 33% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of ₹2,650 adds about ₹26,500 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge ₹3,400 a night or more, against a median of ₹2,650. 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 ₹21,100 a year.
- Open for the busy months. November brought the average listing about ₹48,500, against ₹24,600 in October, 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 ₹28,800 a month, against ₹17,600 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Mugalivakkam?
Mugalivakkam listings were booked on 32% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Tamil Nadu average (27%) and 4 points above the India average (28%). Occupancy climbs to 49% in April and falls to 27% in June.
Across Mugalivakkam's 17 active listings, the share of open nights booked by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 65%+ of open nights, 32 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 51% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 33% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.
April was the busiest month in Mugalivakkam, June the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month
The 12-month rate of 32% 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 Mugalivakkam?
The average nightly rate in Mugalivakkam, known as ADR (average daily rate), was ₹3,153 over the past year, about 49% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹6,215 and about 45% below the India average of ₹5,690. Rates peak in July at about ₹3,905 and bottom out in October at about ₹2,935.
Across Mugalivakkam's 17 active listings, nightly rates by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge ₹7,505+ a night, about 2.8 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge ₹3,400 or more.
- Typical properties (median) charge about ₹2,650 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge ₹1,905 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
July rates ran 33% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, ₹3,490. The 12-month ADR of ₹3,153 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 Mugalivakkam
With only 17 active listings, the monthly pattern in Mugalivakkam is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in November and bottomed out in October.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Mugalivakkam?
Guests book Mugalivakkam stays 12 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. May stays are booked furthest out, about 21 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 7 days. A typical May booking is made in late April.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay
The 12-month figure of 12 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 Mugalivakkam
None of the 17 active listings in Mugalivakkam 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 Mugalivakkam.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mugalivakkam
AirROI's area guide picks eight Mugalivakkam neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Mugalivakkam Main Road, Nandambakkam and Rajakilpakkam. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mugalivakkam Main Road | This area is well-connected to major IT parks and business centers, making it a preferred location for business travelers and tourists visiting Chennai. | Lakeside Apartment Complex, Indira Gandhi National Open University, Near by IT parks, Shopping malls, Restaurants, Cafes |
| Nandambakkam | Close to Chennai Airport and major highways, this area is ideal for travelers seeking convenience and accessibility to the airport and city. | Chennai Trade Centre, Shri Thyagaraja Temple, Pazhavanthangal, Thiruneermalai, Shopping areas |
| Rajakilpakkam | A peaceful residential area that attracts families and those looking for a quieter stay while still being close to the city center. | Sri Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy Gardens, Nearby parks, Local markets, Temples |
| Medavakkam | A growing residential area with various amenities and proximity to IT hubs, appealing to both long-term and short-term travelers. | Medavakkam Lake, Local restaurants, IT parks, Schools, Shops |
| Valasaravakkam | It's known for its residential appeal and connectivity, attracting families and budget travelers looking for a local experience. | Valasaravakkam Market, Shiva Vishnu Temple, Parks and playgrounds |
| Chennai City Center | A vibrant area that is rich in culture and history, ideal for tourists wanting to explore the heart of Chennai. | Marina Beach, Fort St. George, Theosophical Society, Cultural Museums, Shopping Streets |
| Selaiyur | A residential locale that attracts families and travelers seeking a less commercialized area with local charm. | Selaiyur Lake, Local markets, Temples, Parks |
| Sholinganallur | This area is near the IT corridor and is popular among tech enthusiasts and professionals, desirable for Airbnb investments. | Sholinganallur Koot Road, ECR Beach, IT Parks, Cafes and Dine-outs |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Nearby markets
Mugalivakkam vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the three nearby markets in the table, all within 44 km, Tiruporur (26 km away) earned the most per listing, about 3.6 times as much as Mugalivakkam.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai 6 km | 1,392 | ₹374,297 | ₹4,886 | 32% |
| Tiruporur 26 km | 113 | ₹759,194 | ₹12,420 | 24% |
| Mahabalipuram 44 km | 50 | ₹527,205 | ₹10,156 | 24% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Tamil Nadu
- Kodaikanal Airbnb data 414 listings
- Tiruvannamalai Airbnb data 194 listings
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- Coimbatore Airbnb data 168 listings
- Ooty Airbnb data 165 listings
- Yercaud Airbnb data 99 listings
- Madurai Airbnb data 90 listings
- Kotagiri Airbnb data 87 listings
See all 37 Tamil Nadu Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Mugalivakkam
Markets elsewhere in India with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Mugalivakkam:
- Puri Airbnb data India · ₹3,389/night · 32.1%
- Pune City Airbnb data India · ₹3,249/night · 29.5%
- Vrindavan Airbnb data India · ₹3,053/night · 29.2%
- Bengaluru Airbnb data India · ₹3,591/night · 31.7%
- Kolkata Airbnb data India · ₹3,424/night · 33.5%
- Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation Airbnb data India · ₹3,209/night · 27.7%
FAQ
Mugalivakkam Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Mugalivakkam?
An active Mugalivakkam Airbnb grossed ₹210,980 on average in the 12 months to February 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 ₹43,700 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Mugalivakkam?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Mugalivakkam listings earn between ₹16,700 and ₹43,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth ₹64,900 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 Mugalivakkam?
Listings in Mugalivakkam were booked on 32% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 27% for the Tamil Nadu average. April was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Mugalivakkam?
The average booked night in Mugalivakkam cost ₹3,153 before fees. Half of listings charge between ₹1,905 and ₹3,400, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Mugalivakkam?
None of the active Mugalivakkam 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 Mugalivakkam?
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Mugalivakkam Airbnb grossed ₹210,980 in the 12 months to February 2025, 45% below the Tamil Nadu average of ₹383,237, though with only 17 active listings a single property can move that figure, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about ₹21,200 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Mugalivakkam?
November paid best over the past year, at ₹48,500 per active listing, and October paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Mugalivakkam?
Mugalivakkam stays were booked 12 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Mugalivakkam?
Mugalivakkam Main Road, Nandambakkam and Rajakilpakkam draw the most short-term rental interest in Mugalivakkam. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Mugalivakkam?
AirROI counted 17 active Airbnb listings in Mugalivakkam as of February 2025. The closest tracked market is Chennai, 6 km away.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 17 active Airbnb listings in Mugalivakkam from March 2024 to February 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 Indian rupees at ₹92.2 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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