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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Sandton, South Africa Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Sandton brought in R 114,016 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 26% more than the Gauteng average of R 90,198.
The short answer
Sandton Airbnb Market at a Glance
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Gauteng average. Listings averaged R 1,379 a night and were booked on 35% of available nights, against R 1,205 and 31% for the Gauteng average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 49% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 1,772 active listings, Sandton is the largest of 28 Gauteng markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 62%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sandton?
Gross bookings per Sandton listing averaged R 114,016 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 Sandton listing brings in R 20,700 in December, its best month, and R 13,900 in February, its slowest. May 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 3.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 32,300+ a month, about 2.9 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 20,000 or more, roughly R 8,900 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 11,100 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 5,160 or less, about half 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 1.5 times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 21,000 R 12,000
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 15,400. 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.
Sandton 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 August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 13,803 | 36.7% | R 1,283 | R 460 | 23 days | 4.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 15,489 | 38.9% | R 1,302 | R 500 | 26 days | 4.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 16,754 | 42.5% | R 1,303 | R 558 | 27 days | 5.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 20,453 | 46.7% | R 1,341 | R 660 | 28 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 14,005 | 34.2% | R 1,299 | R 452 | 21 days | 5.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 13,081 | 37.5% | R 1,285 | R 467 | 18 days | 5.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 15,967 | 38.7% | R 1,319 | R 515 | 21 days | 5.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 15,222 | 35.2% | R 1,349 | R 507 | 23 days | 4.6 nights |
| May 2026 | R 15,849 | 34.1% | R 1,460 | R 511 | 19 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 16,309 | 36.4% | R 1,494 | R 544 | 16 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 20,278 | 35.8% | R 1,503 | R 654 | 23 days | 6.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 17,267 | 35.6% | R 1,514 | R 557 | 26 days | 4.3 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Sandton address, run it through the short-term rental calculator.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Sandton Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sandton Airbnb took in R 114,016 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 204,900, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 12,300 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.
Sandton Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 107,916 | R 194,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Sandton bookings | R 6,100 | R 10,900 |
| Gross bookings | R 114,016 | R 204,900 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 73% of Sandton listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 13,900 | −R 24,900 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 6,100 | −R 10,900 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 5,700 | −R 10,200 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 2,300 | −R 4,100 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 3,400 | −R 6,100 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,100 | −R 1,100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 600 | −R 600 |
| 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 33,100 | −R 57,900 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 80,916about R 6,700 a month | R 147,000about R 12,300 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Sandton Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Sandton'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 Sandton 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 Sandton's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sandton listings are booked on 57% or more of their nights, against 33% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of R 1,025 adds about R 10,200 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge R 1,470 a night or more, against a median of R 1,025. 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 10,800 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about R 20,700, against R 13,900 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Sandton listings average 4.68 stars, and 27% 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 17,100 a month, against R 9,500 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sandton?
Sandton listings were booked on 35% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Gauteng average (31%) and in line with the South Africa average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 48% in December and falls to 34% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 76%+ of open nights, 43 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 57% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 33% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 15% or less, under two nights a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Sandton, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 39% 50% 34%
The 12-month rate of 35% 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 Sandton?
The average nightly rate in Sandton, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,379 over the past year, about 14% above the Gauteng average of R 1,205 and about 43% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in June and August at about R 1,395 and bottom out in September and October at about R 1,195.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge R 2,235+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge R 1,470 or more, about R 450 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about R 1,025 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge R 760 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 1,510 R 1,100
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 1,300. The 12-month ADR of R 1,379 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 Sandton?
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 Sandton it averaged R 470 over the past year, from about R 450 in a typical May to about R 669 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn R 870+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn R 552 or more, about R 200 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about R 351 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn R 215 or less, about 61% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.5 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average R 677 R 388
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 507. The 12-month RevPAR of R 470 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sandton
Sandton has two high seasons, July and December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Sandton
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average R 20,700 R 13,900
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 15,400.
Revenue by month in Sandton in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Shoulder season | R 14,300 |
| February | Low season | R 13,900 |
| March | Shoulder season | R 15,500 |
| April | Shoulder season | R 14,700 |
| May | Low season | R 13,900 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 14,700 |
| July | High season | R 16,900 |
| August | Shoulder season | R 15,700 |
| September | Low season | R 14,000 |
| October | Shoulder season | R 14,800 |
| November | Shoulder season | R 16,100 |
| December | High season | R 20,700 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember | R 20,700 | 48% | R 1,311 |
| High seasonJuly | R 16,900 | 36% | R 1,386 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, March–April, June, August, October–November | R 15,100 | 38% | R 1,297 |
| Low seasonFebruary, May, September | R 13,900 | 38% | R 1,276 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sandton?
Guests book Sandton stays 22 days ahead on average (about three weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 28 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 15 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-November.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 20 days 29 days 13 days
The 12-month figure of 22 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 Sandton
None of the 1,772 active listings in Sandton 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 Sandton.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sandton
AirROI's area guide picks seven Sandton neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Sandton Central, Bryanston and Morningside. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sandton Central | The financial heart of South Africa, Sandton Central attracts business travelers and tourists alike, offering luxury hotels, shopping centers, and great dining options. | Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City, The Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Sandton Convention Centre, Medi-Clinic, Bryanston Country Club |
| Bryanston | A quiet suburb known for its luxurious homes and close proximity to business hubs, making it attractive for longer business stays and families. | Bryanston Organic and Natural Market, The Bryanston Country Club, Montecasino, Linden Market, The Nicolway Bryanston |
| Morningside | A sought-after suburb with a mix of residential and business environments, ideal for both corporate travelers and families looking for a safe area. | The Morningside Shopping Centre, Morningside Medi-Clinic, Investec, The Wanderers Club, Redhill School |
| Fourways | A vibrant area known for its entertainment options and residential suburbs, popular for both short and long-term stays. | Fourways Mall, Montecasino, The Fourways Farmers Market, Dainfern Golf Club, The Buzz |
| Parkmore | A quieter residential area that provides easy access to Sandton's business and entertainment facilities, great for those wanting a peaceful stay. | Parkmore Shopping Centre, The Parkmore Restaurant, The Sandton Sports Club, The Sandton Field and Study Centre |
| Hyde Park | An affluent suburb near Sandton, known for its high-end shops and restaurants, ideal for visitors seeking a luxury experience. | Hyde Park Corner, The Zone @ Rosebank, David McDaid's Gallery, Hollard Garden, Hyde Park Library |
| Gallo Manor | A family-friendly neighborhood with a suburban feel, providing good options for guests looking for a relaxed atmosphere while being close to the city. | Gallo Manor Shopping Centre, The Marquard House, The Waterfall Lifestyle Estate, The All Saints Church, The Woodlands |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Sandton Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 89% of listings in Sandton, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in ten (10%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos account for 79% of the stock; houses come next at 11%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Sandton Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 89%
- Private room 10%
- Hotel room <1%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 89.4% | 1,585 |
| Private room | 10.4% | 184 |
| Hotel room | 0.1% | 2 |
| Shared room | 0.1% | 1 |
Apartments dominate the property mix
Sandton Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 79%
- House 11%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
- Others 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 78.6% | 1,392 |
| House | 11.1% | 197 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 7.3% | 130 |
| Others | 2.8% | 50 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.1% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Sandton Have?
Sandton's homes run small: studios and one-bedrooms make up 50% of entire homes, and only 13% of homes have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,550 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Sandton entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
6%
44%
37%
9%
2%
1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.1% | 95 |
| 1 bedroom | 44.1% | 683 |
| 2 bedrooms | 37.2% | 577 |
| 3 bedrooms | 8.8% | 136 |
| 4 bedrooms | 2.5% | 38 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.3% | 20 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Sandton
A typical studio in Sandton earned R 71,500 over the past year, against R 884,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 95 | R 71,500 | R 74,900 | R 796 | 38% |
| 1 bedroom | 683 | R 66,200 | R 83,500 | R 955 | 37% |
| 2 bedrooms | 577 | R 85,400 | R 119,000 | R 1,446 | 35% |
| 3 bedrooms | 136 | R 128,000 | R 179,000 | R 2,297 | 34% |
| 4 bedrooms | 38 | R 258,000 | R 419,000 | R 4,758 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 20 | R 884,000 | R 956,000 | R 8,996 | 34% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Sandton Sleep?
Most Sandton listings are sized for couples and small families: 87% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 4% take eight or more. Shares are of the 1,650 listings with a guest capacity on file (93% of the market).
Sandton listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
51%
2%
33%
1%
8%
<1%
4%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.7% | 11 |
| 2 guests | 50.7% | 838 |
| 3 guests | 2.1% | 35 |
| 4 guests | 33.3% | 550 |
| 5 guests | 1.2% | 20 |
| 6 guests | 8.0% | 132 |
| 7 guests | 0.4% | 7 |
| 8+ guests | 3.7% | 61 |
How Sandton Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Sandton hosts set up an average of 1.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About four in ten listings (41%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 1.8
- Show exact location
- 41%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Sandton Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Sandton: 79% of listings have one, and 98% offer free parking on site.
Share of Sandton listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Sandton
Listings in Sandton with an indoor fireplace earned about 3.3 times as much a year, on average, as those without: R 325,000 against R 98,700. The gap is smaller for a piano (about 2.6 times as much) and a themed room (about 2.2 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 Sandton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor fireplace | 7% | R 325,000 | R 98,700 | +229% |
| Piano | 1% | R 288,000 | R 112,000 | +158% |
| Theme room | 0.6% | R 248,000 | R 113,000 | +119% |
| Sauna | 2% | R 209,000 | R 112,000 | +86% |
| Sound system | 7% | R 196,000 | R 108,000 | +81% |
| Pool view | 3% | R 199,000 | R 111,000 | +79% |
| Beach essentials | 1% | R 200,000 | R 113,000 | +77% |
| Garden view | 8% | R 190,000 | R 108,000 | +76% |
| Pool table | 5% | R 189,000 | R 110,000 | +72% |
| Waterfront | 0.7% | R 187,000 | R 114,000 | +65% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Sandton?
Sandton splits its demand between home and abroad: 44% of guests who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom.
56% of Sandton guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 56%
- International 44%
Where Sandton guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 11.7% |
| Cape Town | 9.6% |
| Sandton | 4.3% |
| Pretoria | 3.7% |
| Harare | 2.8% |
Where Sandton guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 55.7% |
| United States | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | 6.6% |
| Zimbabwe | 3.7% |
| Botswana | 2.4% |
Languages spoken by Sandton guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 60.6% |
| Afrikaans | 7.0% |
| French | 6.9% |
| Zulu | 6.5% |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Sandton?
Sandton Airbnbs average 4.68 stars, and 27% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.69.
Location scores highest in Sandton; 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 | 4.73 |
| Cleanliness | 4.71 |
| Communication | 4.77 |
| Location | 4.82 |
| Check-in | 4.76 |
| Value | 4.69 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Sandton: Stays, Rules and Fees
About nine in ten Sandton listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 11% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Sandton listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 63%
- 181-270 days 27%
- 91-180 days 9%
- 31-90 days 1%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.9% | 1,115 |
| 181-270 days | 26.6% | 472 |
| 91-180 days | 9.3% | 164 |
| 31-90 days | 1.1% | 20 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 1 |
Days a year Sandton listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 10%
- 91-180 days 28%
- 31-90 days 32%
- 1-30 days 29%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.4% | 24 |
| 181-270 days | 9.7% | 171 |
| 91-180 days | 27.6% | 489 |
| 31-90 days | 32.3% | 573 |
| 1-30 days | 29.1% | 515 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Sandton?
The average Sandton booking lasts 5.7 nights, longest in January and shortest in August. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year, some 27,200 in all. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Sandton
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.3 nights 6 nights 4.7 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Sandton Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly nine in ten listings in Sandton accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Sandton 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 Sandton?
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Sandton, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: about seven in ten listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 25% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Sandton listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Sandton?
More than six in ten Sandton listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is R 298, and some higher fees lift the average to R 532. Spread over the average stay of 5.7 nights, that adds roughly R 50 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- R 298
- Average cleaning fee
- R 532
- Listings charging a fee
- 63.0%
- Share of gross revenue
- 5.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Sandton
The top-grossing Airbnb in Sandton, a five-bedroom home, took in R 3,320,000 over the past year, about 29 times the city's average of R 114,000. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have four bedrooms.
5-Bedroom Luxe Villa in Sandton Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.97 
Luxurious 5 Bedroom Bryanston Getaway Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.89 - Revenue
- R 2.7M
- Occupancy
- 58.3%
- Daily rate
- R 12,519
The RiverClub House: An Oasis in Sandton Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.65 - Revenue
- R 1.9M
- Occupancy
- 38.0%
- Daily rate
- R 13,988
Thalia house Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 1.6M
- Occupancy
- 58.5%
- Daily rate
- R 9,567
Discerning Travellers. Private | Secure | Peaceful Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- R 1.4M
- Occupancy
- 80.1%
- Daily rate
- R 4,582
76b on Atholl Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- R 1.2M
- Occupancy
- 56.7%
- Daily rate
- R 7,012
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Sandton?
Thabo is the top-grossing host in Sandton, with R 7.30 million in bookings across 4 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 5% of the market's 1,772 listings. Thabo also earns more per listing than any other host on the list.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thabo | 4 | R 7,298,647 | R 1,824,662 | 4.89/5 | |
| Monique | 28 | R 3,454,080 | R 123,360 | 4.49/5 | |
| Jacob | 2 | R 2,926,143 | R 1,463,072 | 4.69/5 | |
| 4 | VentureHost | 9 | R 2,528,866 | R 280,985 | 4.78/5 |
| 5 | Miguel | 17 | R 2,480,786 | R 145,929 | 4.83/5 |
| 6 | Azalia | 5 | R 1,631,360 | R 326,272 | 4.70/5 |
| 7 | Freedom | 1 | R 1,612,678 | R 1,612,678 | 4.96/5 |
| 8 | Urban Oasis | 16 | R 1,605,854 | R 100,366 | 3.95/5 |
| 9 | Jason | 6 | R 1,598,948 | R 266,491 | 4.81/5 |
| 10 | Emile | 6 | R 1,597,971 | R 266,328 | 4.65/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Sandton?
Only 3% of Sandton listings are classed as professionally managed, though 39% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run four in ten listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 73% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 38.8%
- Professional management
- 2.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 38.7%
- Instant Book enabled
- 39.2%
- Simplified Pricing
- 73.4%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Sandton
7 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Sandton, and companies run 6% of its 1,772 active listings. Operations @ Alimama is the largest, with 23 listings; the next largest are CGRSA Operations, Fluorescent Homes, The Henlee Apartments and Phoenix Voyage Rentals. Among the five largest, The Henlee Apartments' homes rate highest, at 4.86.
The five largest run 3% of Sandton's listings
Share of Sandton's 1,772 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Operations @ Alimama 1% · 23
- CGRSA Operations <1% · 12
- Fluorescent Homes <1% · 10
- The Henlee Apartments <1% · 6
- Phoenix Voyage Rentals <1% · 5
- All other listings 97%
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
Sandton vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 19 km, Rosebank (8 km away) earned the most per listing, about 17% more than Sandton.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randburg 6 km | 763 | R 110,718 | R 1,194 | 34% |
| Rosebank 8 km | 537 | R 133,210 | R 1,485 | 36% |
| Midrand 10 km | 778 | R 71,714 | R 1,234 | 29% |
| Johannesburg 11 km | 1,527 | R 76,186 | R 1,009 | 32% |
| Edenvale 13 km | 96 | R 52,469 | R 738 | 30% |
| Roodepoort 15 km | 286 | R 59,872 | R 924 | 30% |
| Germiston 18 km | 132 | R 47,517 | R 1,072 | 25% |
| Kempton Park 19 km | 160 | R 58,398 | R 961 | 25% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Gauteng
- Pretoria Airbnb data 1,558 listings
- Centurion Airbnb data 238 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 Sandton
Markets elsewhere in South Africa with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Sandton:
- Gqeberha Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,345/night · 32.0%
- Durban North Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,565/night · 32.8%
- Bellville Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,487/night · 38.8%
- Port Elizabeth Airbnb data South Africa · R 1,208/night · 32.1%
FAQ
Sandton Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sandton?
An active Sandton Airbnb grossed R 114,016 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,772 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 20,000 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Sandton?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sandton listings earn between R 5,160 and R 20,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 32,300 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 Sandton?
Listings in Sandton were booked on 35% 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 Sandton?
The average booked night in Sandton cost R 1,379 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 760 and R 1,470, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sandton?
None of the active Sandton 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 Sandton?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sandton Airbnb grossed R 114,016 in the 12 months to September 2026, 26% above 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 12,300 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 calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Sandton?
December usually pays best, averaging R 20,700 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 Sandton?
Each night a Sandton listing was open to book earned R 470 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 870 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sandton?
Sandton stays were booked 22 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 Sandton?
The average Sandton Airbnb stay lasted 5.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Sandton rated?
Guests rate Sandton Airbnbs 4.68 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sandton?
Sandton Central, Bryanston and Morningside draw the most short-term rental interest in Sandton. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Sandton?
AirROI counted 1,772 active Airbnb listings in Sandton as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Randburg, 6 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Sandton?
In Sandton, more than six in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is R 298, and some higher fees lift the average to R 532.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,772 active Airbnb listings in Sandton 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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