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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
69
Avg. booking lead time
93 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
December
Lowest revenue month
September

The short answer

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Market at a Glance

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality is cheaper but busier than the Eastern Cape average. Listings averaged R 1,344 a night and were booked on 34% of available nights, against R 1,810 and 29% for the Eastern Cape average.

Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in September, usually the slowest.

With 69 active listings, Sundays River Valley Local Municipality is the 14th-largest of 28 Eastern Cape markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 8%.

Map of Airbnb listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Browse the live Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb market See Every Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Listing

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Gross bookings per Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listing averaged R 150,521 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Eastern Cape average: R 121,368), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listing brings in R 21,300 in December, its best month, and R 10,700 in September, its slowest. August runs within 4% of September, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 4.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 32,400+ a month, about three times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 21,700 or more, roughly R 11,000 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R 10,900 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 4,560 or less, about 42% 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.

December earns about twice what September does

Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 15,100. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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.

December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in July 2026.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025R 10,88327.9%R 1,370R 36382 days2.1 nights
Oct 2025R 16,13941.3%R 1,383R 521116 days2.2 nights
Nov 2025R 17,19543.7%R 1,389R 573111 days2.1 nights
Dec 2025R 19,76247.6%R 1,448R 63793 days2.9 nights
Jan 2026R 17,07939.1%R 1,477R 55180 days1.9 nights
Feb 2026R 15,37841.4%R 1,459R 54976 days1.9 nights
Mar 2026R 16,86340.5%R 1,508R 54499 days1.7 nights
Apr 2026R 17,72640.2%R 1,553R 59186 days2.1 nights
May 2026R 12,43927.2%R 1,556R 40191 days2.3 nights
Jun 2026R 14,34027.6%R 1,602R 478118 days2.9 nights
Jul 2026R 14,97130.7%R 1,639R 48374 days2.1 nights
Aug 2026R 11,97823.6%R 1,620R 38678 days2 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.

These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Sundays River Valley Local Municipality home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 150,521 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 9,100 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 R 18,200 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 2,800 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 9,300 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 7,800 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.

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookingsR 147,721R 293,700
Cleaning fees guests pay2% of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality bookingsR 2,800R 5,500
Gross bookingsR 150,521R 299,200
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 91% of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−R 21,700−R 43,100
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself−R 2,800−R 5,500
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−R 7,500−R 15,000
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−R 3,000−R 6,000
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−R 4,500−R 9,000
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−R 1,500−R 1,500
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−R 800−R 800
ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookingsR 0R 0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are freeR 0R 0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed onR 0R 0
Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−R 41,800−R 80,900
Left for housing costs, then profitR 108,721about R 9,100 a monthR 218,300about R 18,200 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Sundays River Valley Local Municipality'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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are booked on 53% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,085 adds about R 10,800 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,615 a night or more, against a median of R 1,085. 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 R 14,800 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 21,300, against R 10,700 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings average 4.77 stars, and 39% 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 R 24,900 a month, against R 12,500 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings were booked on 34% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Eastern Cape average (29%) and in line with the South Africa average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 48% in December and falls to 24% in August.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 44 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 53% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, under two nights a week.

December is usually the busiest month in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, August the quietest

Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026

Nightly rates

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

The average nightly rate in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,344 over the past year, about 26% below the Eastern Cape average of R 1,810 and about 45% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates barely change through the year, staying between about R 1,420 and R 1,500.

The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 2,360+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,615 or more, about R 530 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,085 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 845 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

Average nightly rate by month in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,460. The 12-month ADR of R 1,344 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality it averaged R 474 over the past year, from about R 355 in a typical September to about R 687 in a typical December.

A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 987+ per open night, about 3.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 693 or more, about R 380 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about R 314 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 170 or less, about 54% of the median.

December RevPAR is about twice September's

Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026

The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 497.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality has one high season, December through April, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to September. A listing earns about 49% more a month in December through February than in June through August.

Average revenue by month in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years

The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 15,100.

Revenue by month in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryHigh seasonR 17,700
FebruaryHigh seasonR 15,600
MarchHigh seasonR 17,700
AprilHigh seasonR 18,200
MayLow seasonR 12,500
JuneLow seasonR 12,400
JulyLow seasonR 13,300
AugustLow seasonR 11,000
SeptemberLow seasonR 10,700
OctoberShoulder seasonR 15,000
NovemberShoulder seasonR 16,100
DecemberHigh seasonR 21,300
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonDecember–AprilR 18,10042%R 1,446
Shoulder seasonOctober–NovemberR 15,60039%R 1,456
Low seasonMay–SeptemberR 12,00027%R 1,476

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Guests book Sundays River Valley Local Municipality stays 93 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. June stays are booked furthest out, about 105 days ahead, and July stays closest to arrival, about 65 days. A typical June booking is made in early March.

June stays are booked furthest ahead

Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026

The 12-month figure of 93 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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

None of the 69 active listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

AirROI's area guide picks eight Sundays River Valley Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Addo, Colchester and Paterson. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
AddoHome to the renowned Addo Elephant National Park, this area is a prime destination for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, attracting tourists looking to experience South Africa's unique fauna and flora.Addo Elephant National Park, Zuurberg Mountain Village, Elephant Back Safari, Addo Dune Field, Schotia Safaris
ColchesterA tranquil riverside village that offers proximity to the Addo Elephant Park, making it a great place for guests looking for a peaceful retreat amid nature while still being close to wildlife attractions.Sunday's River, Addo Elephant Park, River cruises, Horse riding, Bird watching
PatersonA small town that serves as a gateway to various game reserves, making it an appealing spot for those wanting to experience the African bush and rich wildlife diversity close to Addo.Return to Africa Lodge, Game drives, Mountain biking trails, Paterson Station
KirkwoodKnown for the nearby Kirkwood Wilds Guest Farm and a lovely rural atmosphere, this town attracts families and travelers seeking agriculture tours and wildlife.Kirkwood Wilds Guest Farm, Thornhill Nature Reserve, Kirkwood Museum, Bird watching, Farms
Kraggakamma Game ParkA private game reserve that offers self-catering accommodation and a closer look at Africa's wildlife, making it a unique experience for outdoor lovers.Safari experiences, Luxury tented camp, Wildlife tours, Birding adventures, Bicycle trails
UitenhageA nearby town with rich history and attractions, Uitenhage offers a combination of cultural experiences and access to nature.Uitenhage Golf Club, Van der Stel House, The Red Location Museum, Cultural sites, Nature parks
SwartkopsA little coastal village that is known for its beautiful beaches and casual atmosphere, popular with tourists who enjoy sun and sand.Swartkops River, Beaches, Water sports, Dolphin watching, Local cuisine
DespatchAn emerging area with a mix of rural charm and urban convenience, Despatch offers great potential for Airbnb investments due to its proximity to larger towns.Local markets, Outdoor activities, Rural landscapes, Cultural events, Nature tours

Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.

Listings

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 49% of listings, against 51% for entire homes. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 43% of listings, about 1.9 times the share of houses (23%).

Private rooms are a large share of supply

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 51%
  • Private room 49%
Room types in numbers
Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home50.7%35
Private room49.3%34

Cabins lead the property mix

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type

  • Cabin/Outdoor 43%
  • House 23%
  • Hotel/Boutique 20%
  • Apartment/Condo 13%
Property types in numbers
Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
Cabin/Outdoor43.5%30
House23.2%16
Hotel/Boutique20.3%14
Apartment/Condo13.0%9

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Have?

One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality (37% of entire homes), and 30% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 30 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Sundays River Valley Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homes with a bedroom countEntire homes
Studio3.3%1
1 bedroom36.7%11
2 bedrooms30.0%9
3 bedrooms16.7%5
4 bedrooms13.3%4

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Sleep?

Most Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are sized for couples and small families: 77% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 7% take eight or more. Shares are of the 57 listings with a guest capacity on file (83% of the market).

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file

Guest capacity in numbers
Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listings with a capacity on fileListings
2 guests54.4%31
3 guests7.0%4
4 guests15.8%9
5 guests3.5%2
6 guests10.5%6
7 guests1.8%1
8+ guests7.0%4

How Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 2.3 beds per listing. About two in ten listings (20%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
13
Beds per listing
2.3
Show exact location
20%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Offer?

Pools are common in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality: 65% of listings have one, and 94% offer free parking on site.

Share of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings with each common amenity

  • Free parking on premises 94%
  • Wifi 91%
  • Essentials 88%
  • Kitchen 74%
  • Pool 65%
  • BBQ grill 61%
  • Outdoor furniture 61%
  • Hangers 59%
  • Private entrance 58%
  • Hair dryer 58%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality runs on foreign visitors: 79% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa. Germany leads with 37% of reviewers, ahead of the Netherlands at 12%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 44%, followed by German and French.

79% of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests come from abroad

Where guests who left reviews live

  • International 79%
  • Domestic 21%

Where Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Cape Town 6%
  • Munich 4%
  • Berlin 3%
  • Port Elizabeth 3%
  • Amsterdam 3%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Cape Town6.1%
Munich3.5%
Berlin3.3%
Port Elizabeth2.8%
Amsterdam2.6%

Where Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Germany 37%
  • South Africa 21%
  • Netherlands 12%
  • United Kingdom 6%
  • France 3%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
Germany37.1%
South Africa21.4%
Netherlands12.1%
United Kingdom5.9%
France3.4%

Languages spoken by Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 44%
  • German 25%
  • French 10%
  • Dutch 5%
  • Afrikaans 5%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guests
LanguageShare of guests
English44.5%
German25.1%
French9.9%
Dutch5.4%
Afrikaans4.8%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.77 stars, and 39% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.

Communication scores highest in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality; value is lowest

Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0

  • Accuracy 4.79
  • Cleanliness 4.75
  • Communication 4.85
  • Location 4.78
  • Check-in 4.84
  • Value 4.74
Category scores in numbers
Sundays River Valley Local Municipality guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.79
Cleanliness4.75
Communication4.85
Location4.78
Check-in4.84
Value4.74

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than three-quarters of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 54%
  • 181-270 days 23%
  • 91-180 days 22%
  • 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days53.6%37
181-270 days23.2%16
91-180 days21.7%15
31-90 days1.4%1

Days a year Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 1%
  • 181-270 days 22%
  • 91-180 days 29%
  • 31-90 days 33%
  • 1-30 days 14%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days1.4%1
181-270 days21.7%15
91-180 days29.0%20
31-90 days33.3%23
1-30 days14.5%10

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

The average Sundays River Valley Local Municipality booking lasts 2.4 nights, longest in June and shortest in February. Listings took about 32 bookings each over the year, some 2,220 in all. About two-thirds of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly all listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings

Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more

  • 1 Night 87% 60 listings
  • 2 Nights 12% 8 listings
  • 3 Nights 1% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, used by 45% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 46% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.

Cancellation policies of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 32% 22 listings
  • Moderate 17% 12 listings
  • Limited 4% 3 listings
  • Firm 45% 31 listings
  • Strict 1% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

About four in ten Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

Listings charging a fee
39.1%
Share of gross revenue
1.8%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality

The top-grossing Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, a four-bedroom home, took in R 770,000 over the past year, about 5.1 times the city's average of R 151,000. Four of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.

Adrenalin Addo Manor House Adrenalin Addo Manor House Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Revenue
R 769,712
Occupancy
69.0%
Daily rate
R 3,005
AfriCamps Addo Near Elephant National Park AfriCamps Addo Near Elephant National Park Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Revenue
R 583,718
Occupancy
65.3%
Daily rate
R 2,547
Ed's Place Ed's Place Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
R 460,644
Occupancy
46.5%
Daily rate
R 2,411
Cottage 6 Cottage 6 Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.93
Revenue
R 418,924
Occupancy
59.1%
Daily rate
R 2,015
Ndlovu Addo River Lodge - Cottage 5 Ndlovu Addo River Lodge - Cottage 5 Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.96
Revenue
R 359,499
Occupancy
52.4%
Daily rate
R 1,958
Luxury Cottage - Suma's Rest Luxury Cottage - Suma's Rest Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.77
Revenue
R 350,771
Occupancy
44.5%
Daily rate
R 2,210

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Only 13% of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 46% of listings. 83% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 91% of listings.

Superhosts
46.4%
Professional management
13.0%
Cohosted listings
7.2%
Instant Book enabled
82.6%
Simplified Pricing
91.3%

Nearby markets

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the six nearby markets in the table, all within 98 km, Seaview (65 km away, 54 listings) earned the most per listing, about 78% more than Sundays River Valley Local Municipality.

Airbnb markets near Sundays River Valley Local Municipality: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Port Elizabeth 53 km322R 79,962R 1,20832%
Gqeberha 54 km893R 111,464R 1,34532%
Seaview 65 km54R 267,678R 2,23035%
Makana Local Municipality 79 km85R 103,762R 1,33129%
Jeffreys Bay 95 km154R 119,728R 2,09130%
Ndlambe Local Municipality 98 km326R 143,743R 2,23128%

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FAQ

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

An active Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 150,521 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 69 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 21,700 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listings earn between R 4,560 and R 21,700 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 32,400 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality were booked on 34% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 29% for the Eastern Cape average. December is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

The average booked night in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality cost R 1,344 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 845 and R 1,615, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

None of the active Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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 Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 150,521 in the 12 months to September 2026, 24% above the Eastern Cape average of R 121,368. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 108,721 a year (about R 9,100 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 R 18,200 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

December usually pays best, averaging R 21,300 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Each night a Sundays River Valley Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 474 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 R 987 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality stays were booked 93 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

The average Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 2.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 32 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality rated?

Guests rate Sundays River Valley Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.77 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

Addo, Colchester and Paterson draw the most short-term rental interest in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

AirROI counted 69 active Airbnb listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Port Elizabeth, 53 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality?

In Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, about four in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 2% of gross revenue.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 69 active Airbnb listings in Sundays River Valley Local Municipality 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 South African rand at R 16.6 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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