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Johannesburg, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Johannesburg brought in R 76,184 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% less than the Gauteng average of R 90,198.
The short answer
Johannesburg Airbnb Market at a Glance
Johannesburg is priced below the Gauteng average. Listings averaged R 1,009 a night, about 16% less than that average of R 1,205, and were booked on 32% of available nights, close to its 31% occupancy.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 43% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 1,527 active listings, Johannesburg is the third-largest of 28 Gauteng markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 7% while the number of active listings grew 44%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Johannesburg?
Gross bookings per Johannesburg listing averaged R 76,184 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Gauteng average: R 90,198), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Johannesburg listing brings in R 12,900 in December, its best month, and R 8,980 in February, its slowest. September runs within 1% of February, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 29% 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 4.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 25,100+ a month, about 3.5 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 14,500 or more, roughly R 7,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 7,240 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 3,160 or less, about 44% 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 1.4 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 15,200 R 7,680
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 10,200. 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.
Johannesburg 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.
July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in August 2026 and bookings in December 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. Across the past two years, December is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 9,248 | 34.7% | R 927 | R 308 | 28 days | 5.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 9,977 | 36.2% | R 932 | R 322 | 30 days | 4.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 10,407 | 37.1% | R 931 | R 347 | 33 days | 5.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 13,404 | 42.1% | R 950 | R 432 | 28 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 9,659 | 32.3% | R 929 | R 312 | 26 days | 5.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 9,439 | 35.1% | R 925 | R 337 | 20 days | 5.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 11,054 | 35.4% | R 953 | R 357 | 18 days | 5.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 10,954 | 34.7% | R 974 | R 365 | 24 days | 4.7 nights |
| May 2026 | R 10,907 | 31.5% | R 1,079 | R 352 | 21 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 11,716 | 33.5% | R 1,094 | R 391 | 19 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 15,217 | 35.6% | R 1,106 | R 491 | 26 days | 6.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 12,478 | 32.6% | R 1,114 | R 403 | 30 days | 4.4 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 Johannesburg home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Johannesburg Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Johannesburg Airbnb took in R 76,184 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about R 152,220, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 9,140 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
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.
Johannesburg Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 72,554 | R 144,970 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Johannesburg bookings | R 3,630 | R 7,250 |
| Gross bookings | R 76,184 | R 152,220 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 76% of Johannesburg listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 9,480 | −R 18,950 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 3,630 | −R 7,250 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 3,810 | −R 7,610 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 1,520 | −R 3,040 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 2,290 | −R 4,570 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 760 | −R 760 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 380 | −R 380 |
| ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | R 0 | R 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | R 0 | R 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | R 0 | R 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 21,870 | −R 42,560 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 54,314about R 4,530 a month | R 109,660about R 9,140 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Johannesburg Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Johannesburg'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 Johannesburg home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Johannesburg's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Johannesburg listings are booked on 52% or more of their nights, against 30% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 715 adds about R 7,130 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,065 a night or more, against a median of R 715. 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 7,260 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 12,900, against R 8,980 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Johannesburg listings average 4.70 stars, and 30% 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 12,690 a month, against R 6,350 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg listings were booked on 32% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Gauteng average and 3 percentage points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 43% in December and falls to 31% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.6 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 52% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 30% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 13% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Johannesburg, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 36% 44% 31%
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 Johannesburg?
The average nightly rate in Johannesburg, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,009 over the past year, about 16% below the Gauteng average of R 1,205 and about 58% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,020 and bottom out in September and October at about R 870.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 1,710+ a night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,065 or more, about R 350 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 715 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 510 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 17% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 1,110 R 809
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 941. The 12-month ADR of R 1,009 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 Johannesburg?
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 Johannesburg it averaged R 328 over the past year, from about R 300 in a typical May to about R 415 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 659+ per open night, about 2.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 409 or more, about R 180 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 229 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 129 or less, about 56% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.4 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 491 R 248
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 336.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Johannesburg
Johannesburg has two high seasons, July and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Johannesburg
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 12,900 R 8,980
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 10,200.
Revenue by month in Johannesburg in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | R 9,710 |
| February | Low season | R 8,980 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 10,300 |
| April | Shoulder season | R 10,200 |
| May | Low season | R 9,300 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 9,890 |
| July | High season | R 12,100 |
| August | Shoulder season | R 10,900 |
| September | Low season | R 9,030 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 9,490 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 9,980 |
| December | High season | R 12,900 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly, December | R 12,500 | 39% | R 967 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, March–April, June, August, October–November | R 10,100 | 36% | R 939 |
| Low seasonFebruary, May, September | R 9,100 | 35% | R 928 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Johannesburg?
Guests book Johannesburg stays 24 days ahead on average (about three weeks). November stays are booked furthest out, about 29 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 16 days. A typical November booking is made in mid-October.
November stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 23 days 33 days 15 days
The 12-month figure of 24 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 Johannesburg
None of the 1,527 active listings in Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Johannesburg
AirROI's area guide picks six Johannesburg neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Maboneng Precinct, Melrose Arch and Fourways. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Maboneng Precinct | Vibrant urban district known for its art scene and cultural experiences. It's a trendy location for young travelers and locals, teeming with galleries, eateries, and nightlife. | Maboneng Precinct Market, Art galleries, The Bioscope Independent Cinema, Street art, Local restaurants |
| Melrose Arch | Upscale mixed-use development with a unique urban vibe. Popular among international travelers for its luxury accommodations, shops, and dining options. | Melrose Arch Shopping Centre, Enjoy Park, Restaurants and cafes, Outdoor events and markets |
| Fourways | Popular suburban area with major shopping centers and entertainment options. Attracts families and tourists seeking activities and relaxation. | Fourways Mall, Montecasino, The Lion Park, Fourways Farmers Market |
| Soweto | Historic township known for its role in the anti-apartheid struggle. Offers a unique cultural experience for visitors looking to learn about South Africa's history. | Vilakazi Street, Soweto Towers, Nelson Mandela House, Hector Pieterson Memorial |
| Johannesburg CBD | The city center undergoing revitalization, offering affordable accommodation options. Ideal for budget travelers and those exploring the rich history of the area. | Johannesburg Art Gallery, Apartheid Museum, Neighbourgoods Market |
| Bryanston | Affluent suburban neighborhood with extensive residential areas, offices, and parks. Appeals to business travelers looking for a peaceful retreat near the city. | Bryanston Organic and Natural Market, Inanda Country Club, Local parks and walking trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Johannesburg Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 82% of listings in Johannesburg, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (17%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 58%, about 2.6 times the share of houses (22%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Johannesburg Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 82%
- Private room 17%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 82.3% | 1,257 |
| Private room | 17.2% | 263 |
| Hotel room | 0.5% | 7 |
Listings by property type
Johannesburg Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 58%
- House 22%
- Hotel/Boutique 13%
- Others 7%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 58.0% | 885 |
| House | 22.4% | 342 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 12.9% | 197 |
| Others | 6.5% | 100 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.1% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Johannesburg Have?
Johannesburg's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 72% of entire homes, and only 11% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,210 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Johannesburg entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
11%
61%
16%
7%
3%
2%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 11.2% | 135 |
| 1 bedroom | 61.2% | 741 |
| 2 bedrooms | 16.1% | 195 |
| 3 bedrooms | 6.9% | 83 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.9% | 35 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.7% | 21 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Johannesburg
A typical studio in Johannesburg earned R 36,600 over the past year, against R 178,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 135 | R 36,600 | R 52,800 | R 714 | 34% |
| 1 bedroom | 741 | R 43,600 | R 62,600 | R 777 | 33% |
| 2 bedrooms | 195 | R 81,400 | R 115,000 | R 1,341 | 37% |
| 3 bedrooms | 83 | R 125,000 | R 188,000 | R 2,231 | 33% |
| 4 bedrooms | 35 | R 132,000 | R 201,000 | R 3,507 | 29% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 21 | R 178,000 | R 339,000 | R 4,227 | 37% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Johannesburg Sleep?
Most Johannesburg listings are sized for couples and small families: 88% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 5% take eight or more. Shares are of the 1,340 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).
Johannesburg listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
3%
66%
6%
14%
2%
5%
<1%
5%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 2.7% | 36 |
| 2 guests | 65.7% | 882 |
| 3 guests | 5.6% | 75 |
| 4 guests | 14.0% | 188 |
| 5 guests | 1.6% | 21 |
| 6 guests | 4.7% | 63 |
| 7 guests | 0.4% | 6 |
| 8+ guests | 5.3% | 71 |
How Johannesburg Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Johannesburg hosts set up an average of 1.7 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 36% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 13
- Beds per listing
- 1.7
- Show exact location
- 36%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Johannesburg Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Johannesburg: 87% of listings offer it, and 44% have a patio or balcony.
Share of Johannesburg listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Johannesburg
Listings in Johannesburg with a sauna earned about 3.1 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 228,000 against R 74,600. The gap is smaller for an outdoor kitchen (about 3.0 times as much) and a themed room (about 2.8 times as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Johannesburg listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sauna | 1% | R 228,000 | R 74,600 | +205% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 2% | R 218,000 | R 73,700 | +196% |
| Theme room | 0.7% | R 212,000 | R 75,300 | +182% |
| Indoor fireplace | 9% | R 156,000 | R 68,700 | +127% |
| Piano | 2% | R 169,000 | R 74,600 | +127% |
| Outdoor shower | 2% | R 158,000 | R 74,400 | +112% |
| Beach essentials | 0.8% | R 154,000 | R 75,600 | +104% |
| Record player | 0.7% | R 147,000 | R 75,700 | +95% |
| Patio or balcony | 44% | R 103,000 | R 54,700 | +89% |
| Hammock | 1% | R 142,000 | R 75,400 | +89% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg splits its demand between home and abroad: 41% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 56%, followed by Afrikaans and Zulu.
59% of Johannesburg guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 59%
- International 41%
Where Johannesburg guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 13.2% |
| Cape Town | 9.3% |
| Pretoria | 4.5% |
| Durban | 2.4% |
| Sandton | 2.3% |
Where Johannesburg guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 58.7% |
| United States | 8.7% |
| United Kingdom | 5.8% |
| Germany | 2.9% |
| France | 2.1% |
Languages spoken by Johannesburg guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 56.1% |
| Afrikaans | 7.4% |
| Zulu | 7.2% |
| French | 6.3% |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg Airbnbs average 4.70 stars, and 30% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.71.
Communication scores highest in Johannesburg; 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 | 4.75 |
| Cleanliness | 4.73 |
| Communication | 4.78 |
| Location | 4.72 |
| Check-in | 4.77 |
| Value | 4.71 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Johannesburg: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Johannesburg listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 10% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Johannesburg listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 68%
- 181-270 days 23%
- 91-180 days 8%
- 31-90 days 1%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 68.4% | 1,045 |
| 181-270 days | 22.7% | 347 |
| 91-180 days | 7.7% | 117 |
| 31-90 days | 1.1% | 17 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 1 |
Days a year Johannesburg listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 8%
- 91-180 days 23%
- 31-90 days 35%
- 1-30 days 33%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.3% | 20 |
| 181-270 days | 8.4% | 129 |
| 91-180 days | 22.7% | 346 |
| 31-90 days | 34.6% | 528 |
| 1-30 days | 33.0% | 504 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Johannesburg?
The average Johannesburg booking lasts 5.9 nights, longest in January and shortest in August. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year, some 20,900 in all. More than half 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 Johannesburg
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.3 nights 5.9 nights 4.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Johannesburg Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About nine in ten listings in Johannesburg accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Johannesburg, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: nearly seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 26% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Johannesburg listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Johannesburg?
Nearly six in ten Johannesburg listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 199, and some higher fees lift the average to R 312. Spread over the average stay of 5.9 nights, that adds roughly R 35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 199
- Average cleaning fee
- R 312
- Listings charging a fee
- 58.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 4.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Johannesburg
The top-grossing Airbnb in Johannesburg, a three-bedroom home, took in R 944,000 over the past year, about 12 times the city's average of R 76,200. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.
Luxury solar powered villa with pool and sauna Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 
Huge 7 bedroom House & Cottage in Johannesburg Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.67 - Revenue
- R 939,458
- Occupancy
- 49.0%
- Daily rate
- R 5,229
Rose Road Manor Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.62 - Revenue
- R 873,524
- Occupancy
- 49.5%
- Daily rate
- R 4,844
Luxury Self Catering Home with Private Dam Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- R 835,248
- Occupancy
- 30.5%
- Daily rate
- R 7,894
Luxury living, stellar views, total gem Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 795,317
- Occupancy
- 56.3%
- Daily rate
- R 4,166
Beautiful 5 bedroom boutique guest house Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- R 790,845
- Occupancy
- 21.6%
- Daily rate
- R 11,289
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Johannesburg?
Mohammed is the top-grossing host in Johannesburg, with R 2.49 million in bookings across 11 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 6% of the market's 1,527 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Bianca grossed R 468,000 per listing, about twice Mohammed's R 226,000.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed | 11 | R 2,487,642 | R 226,149 | 4.79/5 | |
| Massimo | 9 | R 2,031,453 | R 225,717 | 4.78/5 | |
| Witshire Luxury Apartments | 22 | R 2,004,854 | R 91,130 | 4.68/5 | |
| 4 | Queen & Olivio | 9 | R 1,890,012 | R 210,001 | 4.74/5 |
| 5 | Marion | 11 | R 1,820,037 | R 165,458 | 4.96/5 |
| 6 | Bianca | 3 | R 1,403,829 | R 467,943 | 4.81/5 |
| 7 | Jovana | 14 | R 1,278,006 | R 91,286 | 4.79/5 |
| 8 | Louis | 5 | R 1,169,523 | R 233,905 | 4.77/5 |
| 9 | Yonit | 2 | R 1,037,042 | R 518,521 | 4.90/5 |
| 10 | Karen | 4 | R 1,029,357 | R 257,339 | 4.87/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Johannesburg?
Only 2% of Johannesburg listings are classed as professionally managed, though 35% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 38% 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 76% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 37.7%
- Professional management
- 2.0%
- Cohosted listings
- 35.5%
- Instant Book enabled
- 39.8%
- Simplified Pricing
- 75.6%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Johannesburg
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Johannesburg, and companies run 4% of its 1,527 active listings. Witshire Luxury Apartments is the largest, with 22 listings and an average guest rating of 4.70; the next largest are MafadiAir and Sam’s Apartments & Services.
The three largest run 2% of Johannesburg's listings
Share of Johannesburg's 1,527 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Witshire Luxury Apartments 1% · 22
- MafadiAir <1% · 9
- Sam’s Apartments & Services <1% · 5
- All other listings 98%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Gauteng, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Johannesburg vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 16 km, Rosebank (2 km away) earned the most per listing, about 75% more than Johannesburg.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebank 2 km | 537 | R 133,210 | R 1,485 | 36% |
| Sandton 11 km | 1,772 | R 114,014 | R 1,379 | 35% |
| Edenvale 12 km | 96 | R 52,469 | R 738 | 30% |
| Randburg 12 km | 763 | R 110,718 | R 1,194 | 34% |
| Johannesburg South 13 km | 75 | R 46,954 | R 876 | 25% |
| Germiston 13 km | 132 | R 47,517 | R 1,072 | 25% |
| Roodepoort 14 km | 286 | R 59,872 | R 924 | 30% |
| Alberton 16 km | 77 | R 52,486 | R 827 | 29% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Gauteng
- Pretoria Airbnb data 1,558 listings
- Midrand Airbnb data 778 listings
- Centurion Airbnb data 238 listings
- Kempton Park Airbnb data 160 listings
- Boksburg Airbnb data 157 listings
- Mogale City Local Municipality Airbnb data 148 listings
- Emfuleni Local Municipality Airbnb data 105 listings
See all 28 Gauteng Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Johannesburg
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Johannesburg:
- Port Elizabeth Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,208/night · 32.1%
FAQ
Johannesburg Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Johannesburg?
An active Johannesburg Airbnb grossed R 76,184 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,527 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 14,500 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Johannesburg?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Johannesburg listings earn between R 3,160 and R 14,500 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 25,100 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 Johannesburg?
Listings in Johannesburg were booked on 32% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 31% for the Gauteng average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Johannesburg?
The average booked night in Johannesburg cost R 1,009 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 510 and R 1,065, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Johannesburg?
None of the active Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Johannesburg Airbnb grossed R 76,184 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% below the Gauteng average of R 90,198, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about R 9,140 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Johannesburg?
December usually pays best, averaging R 12,900 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Johannesburg?
Each night a Johannesburg listing was open to book earned R 328 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 659 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg stays were booked 24 days (about three 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 Johannesburg?
The average Johannesburg Airbnb stay lasted 5.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Johannesburg rated?
Guests rate Johannesburg Airbnbs 4.70 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Johannesburg?
Maboneng Precinct, Melrose Arch and Fourways draw the most short-term rental interest in Johannesburg. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Johannesburg?
AirROI counted 1,527 active Airbnb listings in Johannesburg as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Rosebank, 2 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Johannesburg?
In Johannesburg, nearly six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 199, and some higher fees lift the average to R 312.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,527 active Airbnb listings in Johannesburg 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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