Charming waterfront property~Private pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 882,997
- Occupancy
- 55.4%
- Daily rate
- R 5,687
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Hartbeespoort brought in R 159,408 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 28% more than the North West average of R 124,101.
The short answer
Rates in Hartbeespoort run ahead of the North West average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged R 2,857 a night and were booked on 26% of available nights, against R 1,975 and 24% for the North West average.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 3.4 times as much as in February, the slowest.
With 83 active listings, Hartbeespoort is the fifth-largest of 13 North West markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Hartbeespoort listing averaged R 159,408 over the 12 months to September 2026 (North West average: R 124,101), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Hartbeespoort listing brought in R 41,000 in December, its best month, and R 12,000 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 39% 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.
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 earned about 3.4 times what February did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 20,800.
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 13,417 | 23.0% | R 2,750 | R 447 | 56 days | 2.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 17,268 | 26.0% | R 2,773 | R 557 | 43 days | 2.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 14,082 | 23.0% | R 2,759 | R 469 | 36 days | 2.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 41,008 | 42.9% | R 2,870 | R 1,323 | 23 days | 3.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 19,155 | 21.5% | R 2,693 | R 618 | 30 days | 2.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 11,966 | 19.2% | R 2,689 | R 427 | 43 days | 2.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 17,020 | 21.1% | R 2,732 | R 549 | 47 days | 2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 21,176 | 25.4% | R 2,797 | R 706 | 42 days | 2 nights |
| May 2026 | R 15,826 | 19.1% | R 2,972 | R 511 | 38 days | 2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 31,183 | 33.5% | R 3,000 | R 1,039 | 31 days | 4.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 25,508 | 29.5% | R 2,979 | R 823 | 42 days | 3.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 22,113 | 21.5% | R 3,040 | R 713 | 54 days | 1.9 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Hartbeespoort market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hartbeespoort Airbnb took in R 159,408 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 9,700 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 23,300 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the R 4,600 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about R 10,000 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about R 8,400 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 154,808 | R 369,000 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Hartbeespoort bookings | R 4,600 | R 11,000 |
| Gross bookings | R 159,408 | R 380,000 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 80% of Hartbeespoort listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 20,600 | −R 49,200 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 4,600 | −R 11,000 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 8,000 | −R 19,000 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 3,200 | −R 7,600 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 4,800 | −R 11,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 1,600 | −R 1,600 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 800 | −R 800 |
| 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 43,600 | −R 100,600 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 115,808about R 9,700 a month | R 279,400about R 23,300 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Hartbeespoort'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 Hartbeespoort 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.
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 31,700 a month, against R 13,300 for the average one.
Occupancy
Hartbeespoort listings were booked on 26% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the North West average (24%) and 9 points below the South Africa average (35%). Occupancy climbs to 43% in December and falls to 19% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
December was the busiest month in Hartbeespoort, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Hartbeespoort, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 2,857 over the past year, about 45% above the North West average of R 1,975 and about 18% above the South Africa average of R 2,425. Rates peak in June and August at about R 3,040 and bottom out in January and February at about R 2,690.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates ran 13% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 2,840.
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 Hartbeespoort it averaged R 750 over the past year, from about R 427 in February to about R 1,320 in December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
December RevPAR was about three times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 682. The 12-month RevPAR of R 750 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Hartbeespoort has two high seasons, June–July and December, which makes it a highly seasonal market.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember | R 41,000 | 43% | R 2,870 |
| High seasonJune–July | R 28,300 | 31% | R 2,990 |
| Shoulder seasonJanuary, April, August | R 20,800 | 23% | R 2,843 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May, September–November | R 14,900 | 22% | R 2,779 |
Guests book Hartbeespoort stays 38 days ahead on average (about five weeks). September stays are booked furthest out, about 56 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 23 days. A typical September booking is made in late July.
September stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 38 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 83 active listings in Hartbeespoort 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 Hartbeespoort.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Hartbeespoort neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Harties Waterfront, The Cradle of Humankind and Pecanwood Estate. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Harties Waterfront | A popular destination at the water's edge, offering water sports, restaurants, and picturesque views. Ideal for tourists looking for a lakeside retreat and adventure activities. | Hartbeespoort Dam, Aerial Cableway, Old Stone Bridge, Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre |
| The Cradle of Humankind | A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich history and archaeological significance. Great for cultural travelers and families interested in education and nature. | Maropeng Visitor Centre, Sterkfontein Caves, The Lion & Safari Park |
| Pecanwood Estate | An upscale residential estate with stunning views and a golf course. Attractive for guests looking for luxury accommodations in a serene environment. | Pecanwood Golf Course, Hartbeespoort Dam views, Clubhouse facilities |
| Schoemansville | Close to the dam and filled with charming lodges and eateries. Appeals to families and couples looking for a relaxed getaway. | Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre, Schoemansville Oewer Club, Klapperkop, The Elephant Sanctuary |
| Kosmos | A picturesque village located on the banks of Hartbeespoort Dam, known for its stunning sunsets and waterfront properties. Perfect for romantic getaways and nature lovers. | Kosmos Marina, Sunset Cruises, Bird watching |
| Brits | Nearby town with a growing number of attractions and facilities, offering a more local experience. Great for budget-conscious travelers and those looking for authentic experiences. | The Brits Mall, Jubilee Mall, Game Viewing |
| Zandfontein | A quiet area known for its peace and tranquility, ideal for those wanting to escape the busyness of city life. Attracts nature lovers and people looking for relaxation. | Nature Reserves, Hiking Trails, Bird Watching |
| Mabula | A bit further out, but offers a unique safari experience. Great for guests who want to explore wildlife and enjoy outdoor activities. | Mabula Game Lodge, Wildlife Safaris, Horseback Riding |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 66% of listings in Hartbeespoort, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in three (34%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 49%, about 1.9 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (27%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Hartbeespoort Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 66.3% | 55 |
| Private room | 33.7% | 28 |
Listings by property type
Hartbeespoort Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 49.4% | 41 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 26.5% | 22 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 10.8% | 9 |
| Apartment/Condo | 9.6% | 8 |
| Others | 3.6% | 3 |
Most Hartbeespoort homes are built for groups: 62% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and four-bedroom homes are the most common size (28%). Shares are of the 53 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Hartbeespoort entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.9% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 22.6% | 12 |
| 2 bedrooms | 13.2% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 20.8% | 11 |
| 4 bedrooms | 28.3% | 15 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 13.2% | 7 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Hartbeespoort earned R 39,300 over the past year, against R 298,000 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 12 | R 39,300 | R 80,600 | R 1,317 | 29% |
| 3 bedrooms | 11 | R 186,000 | R 171,000 | R 3,288 | 23% |
| 4 bedrooms | 15 | R 298,000 | R 311,000 | R 5,062 | 26% |
The most common capacity in Hartbeespoort is two guests or eight or more (32% of listings each), and 47% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 74 listings with a guest capacity on file (89% of the market).
Hartbeespoort listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 32.4% | 24 |
| 3 guests | 6.8% | 5 |
| 4 guests | 10.8% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 2.7% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 14.9% | 11 |
| 8+ guests | 32.4% | 24 |
Hartbeespoort hosts set up an average of 2.9 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 27% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Pools are common in Hartbeespoort: 69% of listings have one, and 84% offer free parking on site. Only 63% of listings offer a kitchen.
Share of Hartbeespoort listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Hartbeespoort guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 20% of those who left reviews live outside South Africa, led by visitors from Botswana and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 71% of guests, and Afrikaans by 12%.
80% of Hartbeespoort guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Hartbeespoort guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 20.4% |
| Pretoria | 7.0% |
| Sandton | 6.5% |
| Gaborone | 5.9% |
| Johannesburg South | 4.3% |
Where Hartbeespoort guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 80.3% |
| Botswana | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | 3.1% |
| United States | 2.1% |
| Canada | 1.0% |
Languages spoken by Hartbeespoort guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.5% |
| Afrikaans | 11.6% |
| Zulu | 8.5% |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| French | 2.3% |
Hartbeespoort Airbnbs average 4.56 stars, and 14% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.59, against 4.84 for location.
Location scores highest in Hartbeespoort; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.64 |
| Communication | 4.74 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.75 |
| Value | 4.59 |
Booking patterns
All Hartbeespoort listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 51% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Hartbeespoort listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 80.7% | 67 |
| 181-270 days | 19.3% | 16 |
Days a year Hartbeespoort listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 21.7% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 50.6% | 42 |
| 1-30 days | 27.7% | 23 |
The average Hartbeespoort booking lasts 2.7 nights, longest in June and shortest in August. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year, some 1,400 in all. About six in ten 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 Hartbeespoort
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Nearly all listings in Hartbeespoort accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Hartbeespoort listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Hartbeespoort, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 46% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 41% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Hartbeespoort listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly four in ten Hartbeespoort listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about R 298. Spread over the average stay of 2.7 nights, that adds roughly R 110 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Hartbeespoort, a four-bedroom home, took in R 883,000 over the past year, about 5.5 times the city's average of R 159,000.
Charming waterfront property~Private pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.96
The Pecan Lake Guesthouse Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.78
Lake View Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Luxury Holiday Home Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.48
Hartbeespoort Dam Getaway Home Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Serenity Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Professional management companies run 23% of Hartbeespoort listings and owners run the rest. Only 17% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 80% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 41 km, Madibeng Local Municipality (3 km away) earned the most per listing, about 9% more than Hartbeespoort. Irene was the busiest, booked on 38% of nights against 26% in Hartbeespoort.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madibeng Local Municipality 3 km | 278 | R 173,936 | R 2,644 | 24% |
| Mogale City Local Municipality 29 km | 148 | R 109,940 | R 1,696 | 25% |
| Centurion 33 km | 238 | R 63,450 | R 934 | 30% |
| Randburg 37 km | 763 | R 110,718 | R 1,194 | 34% |
| Midrand 37 km | 778 | R 71,714 | R 1,234 | 29% |
| Irene 38 km | 59 | R 117,939 | R 1,095 | 38% |
| Sandton 40 km | 1,772 | R 114,014 | R 1,379 | 35% |
| Roodepoort 41 km | 286 | R 59,872 | R 924 | 30% |
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FAQ
An active Hartbeespoort Airbnb grossed R 159,408 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 83 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 28,300 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Hartbeespoort listings earn between R 6,270 and R 28,300 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 52,400 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Hartbeespoort were booked on 26% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 24% for the North West average. December was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Hartbeespoort cost R 2,857 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 1,075 and R 4,280, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Hartbeespoort 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Hartbeespoort Airbnb grossed R 159,408 in the 12 months to September 2026, 28% above the North West average of R 124,101. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, R 115,808 a year (about R 9,700 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 23,300 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
December paid best over the past year, at R 41,000 per active listing, and February paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Hartbeespoort listing was open to book earned R 750 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 1,550 or more.
Hartbeespoort stays were booked 38 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Hartbeespoort Airbnb stay lasted 2.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Hartbeespoort Airbnbs 4.56 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
Harties Waterfront, The Cradle of Humankind and Pecanwood Estate draw the most short-term rental interest in Hartbeespoort. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 83 active Airbnb listings in Hartbeespoort as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Madibeng Local Municipality, 3 km away.
In Hartbeespoort, nearly four in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about R 298.
Method
Figures on this page cover 83 active Airbnb listings in Hartbeespoort 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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