Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Oceanside, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
1,252
Avg. booking lead time
58 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
January

The short answer

Oceanside Airbnb Market at a Glance

Both rates and bookings run ahead of the California average. Listings averaged $413 a night and were booked on 49% of available nights, against $355 and 43% for the California average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.

With 1,252 active listings, Oceanside is the 16th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 11% while the number of active listings grew 9%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Oceanside?

Gross bookings per Oceanside listing averaged $63,073 over the 12 months to September 2026 (California average: $43,088), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Oceanside listing brings in $12,600 in July, its best month, and $4,570 in January, its slowest. February runs within 3% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. 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 2.8 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $15,100+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $9,410 or more, roughly $3,800 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $5,610 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $3,250 or less, about 58% 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.

July earns about 2.7 times what January does

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

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.

Oceanside 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 rate and bookings alike.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Oceanside, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$6,18951.4%$378$20662 days4.8 nights
Oct 2025$6,33252.6%$368$20463 days4.7 nights
Nov 2025$5,44647.4%$363$18259 days4.8 nights
Dec 2025$5,91244.9%$380$19155 days5.7 nights
Jan 2026$4,93041.7%$361$15946 days7.3 nights
Feb 2026$5,01049.7%$356$17941 days5.9 nights
Mar 2026$7,10557.6%$375$22954 days5.1 nights
Apr 2026$5,97352.7%$359$19946 days5.2 nights
May 2026$6,82251.5%$386$22054 days5 nights
Jun 2026$10,85365.9%$475$36267 days5.5 nights
Jul 2026$13,54966.9%$519$43790 days6 nights
Aug 2026$10,35964.2%$459$33465 days4.7 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 Oceanside address, run it through the Airbnb estimator.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Oceanside Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Oceanside Airbnb took in $63,073 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $3,320 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 $5,620 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $7,420 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,940 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,850 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 HOA or condo fees.

Oceanside Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Oceanside Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$55,653$93,340
Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Oceanside bookings$7,420$12,440
Gross bookings$63,073$105,780
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Oceanside listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$8,580−$14,390
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$7,420−$12,440
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$3,150−$5,290
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$1,260−$2,120
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$1,890−$3,170
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$630−$630
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$320−$320
Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings$0$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free$0$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on$0$0
Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$23,250−$38,360
Left for housing costs, then profit$39,823about $3,320 a month$67,420about $5,620 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Oceanside Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Oceanside'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 Oceanside 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 Oceanside's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Oceanside listings are booked on 75% or more of their nights, against 56% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $305 adds about $3,070 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $480 a night or more, against a median of $305. 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 $5,570 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $12,600, against $4,570 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Oceanside listings average 4.84 stars, and 46% 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 $8,820 a month, against $5,260 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Oceanside?

Oceanside listings were booked on 49% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points above the California average (43%) and 8 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 67% in July and falls to 43% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 87%+ of open nights, 31 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 75% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 56% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 35% or less, under three nights a week.

July is usually the busiest month in Oceanside, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 49% 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 Oceanside?

The average nightly rate in Oceanside, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $413 over the past year, about 16% above the California average of $355 and about 29% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $495 and bottom out in October and November at about $335.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $755+ a night, about 2.5 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $480 or more, about $180 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $305 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $210 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July rates run 47% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $413 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 Oceanside?

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 Oceanside it averaged $214 over the past year, from about $147 in a typical January to about $405 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $423+ per open night, about 2.6 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $266 or more, about $100 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $164 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $98 or less, about 60% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.7 times January's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Oceanside

Oceanside has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from September to February and slows again in April. A listing earns about 2.2 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Oceanside

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

Revenue by month in Oceanside in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Oceanside, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$4,570
FebruaryLow season$4,680
MarchShoulder season$6,710
AprilLow season$5,720
MayShoulder season$6,410
JuneHigh season$9,850
JulyHigh season$12,600
AugustHigh season$9,640
SeptemberLow season$5,670
OctoberLow season$5,620
NovemberLow season$4,910
DecemberLow season$5,620
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Oceanside by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$10,70064%$468
Shoulder seasonMarch, May$6,56052%$379
Low seasonApril, September–February$5,26048%$350

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Oceanside?

Guests book Oceanside stays 58 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 84 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 40 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.

July stays are booked furthest ahead

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

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Oceanside

None of the 1,252 active listings in Oceanside 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 occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Oceanside.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Oceanside

AirROI's area guide picks eight Oceanside neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Oceanside Harbor, South Oceanside and The Strand. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Oceanside
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Oceanside Harbor A picturesque area ideal for beach lovers and water sports enthusiasts. With stunning views and a vibrant atmosphere, it's perfect for tourists looking to enjoy the Southern California lifestyle.Oceanside Harbor Village, Oceanside Pier, Beaches, Kayaking and Paddleboarding, Fishing
South Oceanside Known for its quaint, beach-town feel, South Oceanside attracts families and young adults seeking a relaxed atmosphere close to the beach, with a growing number of trendy shops and restaurants.Oceanside Beach, South O Brewing, Restaurants and Cafes, Local Shops, Oceanside Lifeguard Tower
The Strand A prime oceanfront location that boasts stunning views and direct beach access, making it a popular spot for tourists and locals alike looking to soak up the sun and surf.The Strand Beach, Oceanside Beach, Nearby cafes and bars, Biking and Walking Paths
Downtown Oceanside A revitalized area with a mix of modern amenities and historic charm, Downtown Oceanside is popular for its restaurants, cafes, and vibrant nightlife, appealing to both tourists and locals.Oceanside Sunset Market, Oceanside Museum of Art, The Historic District, Dining and Shopping, Theaters
North Coast Village A beachfront community that provides resort-style living, North Coast Village is known for its lush landscaping and proximity to the beach, attracting vacationers seeking relaxation.North Coast Village Beach Access, Swimming Pools, Hot Tubs, Tennis Court, Nearby Restaurants
Buena Vista Lagoon A natural wetland area that appeals to nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. It offers scenic views and is perfect for outdoor activities, such as birdwatching and walking.Buena Vista Lagoon, Nature Trails, Wildlife Viewing, Cultural Conservation Areas
Loma Alta A hidden gem with a local vibe, Loma Alta is popular with families and those who enjoy a more laid-back environment, with access to parks and local markets.Loma Alta Park, Nearby Grocery Stores, Community Events, Walkable Neighborhoods
Mission Avenue This area is known for its local shops and eateries. The vibrant street attracts both young professionals and families looking for a lively community atmosphere.Local Cafes, Boutique Shopping, Restaurants, Community Art Events

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

Listings

Oceanside Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Oceanside are entire homes (92%), with private rooms at 8%. Houses (47%) and apartments or condos (45%) split the stock almost evenly.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Oceanside Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 92%
  • Private room 8%
  • Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
Oceanside Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home92.0%1,152
Private room7.9%99
Hotel room0.1%1

Houses and apartments split the stock

Oceanside Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 47%
  • Apartment/Condo 45%
  • Hotel/Boutique 5%
  • Others 2%
  • Cabin/Outdoor <1%
  • Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
Oceanside Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House46.8%586
Apartment/Condo45.4%569
Hotel/Boutique5.2%65
Others2.2%27
Cabin/Outdoor0.3%4
Unique stay0.1%1

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Oceanside Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Oceanside (31% of entire homes), and 36% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 1,130 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Oceanside entire homes by number of bedrooms

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

Bedroom counts in numbers
Oceanside entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio3.8%43
1 bedroom29.7%336
2 bedrooms30.6%346
3 bedrooms19.4%219
4 bedrooms9.6%109
5+ bedrooms6.8%77

What Each Home Size Earns in Oceanside

A typical studio in Oceanside earned $38,200 over the past year, against $179,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Oceanside
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Studio43$38,200$39,600$21654%
1 bedroom336$37,300$39,300$25551%
2 bedrooms346$40,800$49,300$36648%
3 bedrooms219$74,500$84,800$52851%
4 bedrooms109$104,000$110,000$65949%
5+ bedrooms77$179,000$182,000$1,15249%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Oceanside Sleep?

The most common capacity in Oceanside is four guests (28% of listings), and 56% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 1,190 listings with a guest capacity on file (95% of the market).

Oceanside listings by guest capacity

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

Guest capacity in numbers
Oceanside listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings with a capacity on file Listings
1 guest0.4%5
2 guests10.2%121
3 guests3.5%42
4 guests27.9%331
5 guests2.4%29
6 guests27.0%321
7 guests1.1%13
8+ guests27.4%325

How Oceanside Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Oceanside hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
17
Beds per listing
3.3
Show exact location
35%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Oceanside Offer?

Beach access is common in Oceanside: 61% of listings offer it, and 66% have a barbecue grill.

Share of Oceanside listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • TV 99%
  • Smoke alarm 99%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 97%
  • Heating 95%
  • Kitchen 94%
  • Hot water 94%
  • Coffee maker 94%
  • Refrigerator 93%
  • Microwave 93%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Oceanside

Listings in Oceanside with a fire pit earned about 85% more a year, on average, than those without: $92,200 against $49,300. The gap is smaller for a barbecue grill (about 80% more) and a waterfront setting (about 75% more). 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 Oceanside 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

  • Fire pit +87% on 32% of listings
  • BBQ grill +80% on 66% of listings
  • Waterfront +76% on 38% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +69% on 70% of listings
  • Air conditioning +69% on 65% of listings
  • Beach access +67% on 61% of listings
  • Ocean view +67% on 18% of listings
  • Pets allowed +63% on 38% of listings
  • Arcade games +55% on 3% of listings
  • Life size games +55% on 3% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Oceanside listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Fire pit32%$92,200$49,300+87%
BBQ grill66%$74,300$41,300+80%
Waterfront38%$86,100$48,900+76%
Outdoor furniture70%$72,000$42,500+69%
Air conditioning65%$73,700$43,500+69%
Beach access61%$74,700$44,700+67%
Ocean view18%$93,700$56,100+67%
Pets allowed38%$82,800$50,900+63%
Arcade games3%$95,800$61,900+55%
Life size games3%$96,100$62,200+55%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Oceanside?

Oceanside draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Los Angeles is the largest source, at about 5% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, the largest groups come from Canada and Mexico. English is spoken by 68% of guests, and Spanish by 16%.

94% of Oceanside guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 94%
  • International 6%

Where Oceanside guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Los Angeles 5%
  • Phoenix 4%
  • San Diego 3%
  • Las Vegas 2%
  • Tucson 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Oceanside guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Los Angeles4.7%
Phoenix4.2%
San Diego3.3%
Las Vegas2.4%
Tucson1.6%

Where Oceanside guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 94%
  • Canada 1%
  • Mexico 1%
  • United Kingdom 1%
  • Germany 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Oceanside guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States94.4%
Canada1.3%
Mexico0.6%
United Kingdom0.5%
Germany0.5%

Languages spoken by Oceanside guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 68%
  • Spanish 16%
  • French 4%
  • German 2%
  • Portuguese 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Oceanside guests
Language Share of guests
English68.3%
Spanish16.2%
French3.6%
German1.7%
Portuguese1.2%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Oceanside?

Oceanside Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 46% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.

Communication and location score highest in Oceanside; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.85
  • Cleanliness 4.83
  • Communication 4.89
  • Location 4.89
  • Check-in 4.88
  • Value 4.74
Category scores in numbers
Oceanside guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.85
Cleanliness4.83
Communication4.89
Location4.89
Check-in4.88
Value4.74

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Oceanside: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than six in ten Oceanside listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 39% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 181 to 270 days a year, covering 29% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Oceanside listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 35%
  • 181-270 days 28%
  • 91-180 days 29%
  • 31-90 days 9%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Oceanside listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days34.5%432
181-270 days27.6%345
91-180 days29.0%363
31-90 days8.5%107
1-30 days0.4%5

Days a year Oceanside listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 10%
  • 181-270 days 29%
  • 91-180 days 27%
  • 31-90 days 18%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Oceanside listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days10.1%127
181-270 days29.3%367
91-180 days27.4%343
31-90 days18.0%225
1-30 days15.2%190

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Oceanside?

The average Oceanside booking lasts 6.7 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 31 bookings each over the year, some 37,500 in all. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Oceanside

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Oceanside Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

More than half of listings in Oceanside accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 10%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.

Minimum stay set by Oceanside listings

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

  • 1 Night 9% 115 listings
  • 2 Nights 43% 534 listings
  • 3 Nights 23% 292 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 10% 123 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 6% 69 listings
  • 30+ Nights 10% 119 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Oceanside?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Oceanside, used by 48% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 25% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Oceanside listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 9% 118 listings
  • Moderate 16% 198 listings
  • Limited 12% 154 listings
  • Firm 48% 599 listings
  • Strict 12% 155 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 2% 24 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days <1% 4 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Oceanside?

About nine in ten Oceanside listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $276, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $703, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.7 nights, that adds roughly $40 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$276
Average cleaning fee
$703
Listings charging a fee
90.3%
Share of gross revenue
11.8%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Oceanside

The top-grossing Airbnb in Oceanside, a nine-bedroom home, took in $507,000 over the past year, about 8 times the city's average of $63,100. All six listings below have five or more bedrooms, so the top of this market belongs to large homes.

Oceanfront Home with a Private Beach P1919-0 Oceanfront Home with a Private Beach P1919-0 Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.72
Revenue
$507,190
Occupancy
60.5%
Daily rate
$2,169
Single Family Beachfront Home, Private Beach Single Family Beachfront Home, Private Beach Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
$501,700
Occupancy
63.4%
Daily rate
$2,118
Large Beach House, BonFire Ring in Sand, Fun Large Beach House, BonFire Ring in Sand, Fun Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Revenue
$426,204
Occupancy
76.1%
Daily rate
$1,426
Dramatic and Luxurious Oceanfront Home P825-X Dramatic and Luxurious Oceanfront Home P825-X Entire home · 12 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Revenue
$420,692
Occupancy
47.2%
Daily rate
$2,274
Popular 6 Br House Walk to Restaurants, Beachfront Popular 6 Br House Walk to Restaurants, Beachfront Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
$378,754
Occupancy
88.9%
Daily rate
$1,116
Private Oceanfront Home with Spa. P1643-0 Private Oceanfront Home with Spa. P1643-0 Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.68
Revenue
$356,991
Occupancy
58.0%
Daily rate
$1,587

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Oceanside?

Beachfront Only is the top-grossing host in Oceanside, with $11.8 million in bookings across 71 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 25% of the market's 1,252 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Oceanside by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Beachfront Only 71$11,765,051$165,7054.67/5
Oceanside Beach Rental 26$5,830,675$224,2574.86/5
On The Sand Vacations 118$5,673,392$48,0804.77/5
4 Casago San Diego 28$1,788,413$63,8724.81/5
5 Haustay Vacation Rentals 15$1,558,535$103,9024.83/5
6 Elevated Vacation Rentals 20$1,420,611$71,0314.83/5
7 Lauren 17$1,145,116$67,3604.94/5
8 Avigale 10$1,110,844$111,0844.86/5
9 Dan & Britt 8$1,099,816$137,4774.94/5
10 David 5$1,094,402$218,8804.90/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Oceanside?

Professional management companies run 29% of Oceanside listings and owners run the rest, though 27% of listings have a co-host. 77% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 85% of listings.

Superhosts
77.2%
Professional management
28.8%
Cohosted listings
26.8%
Instant Book enabled
46.3%
Simplified Pricing
84.8%

Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Oceanside

12 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Oceanside, and companies run 36% of its 1,252 active listings. On the Sand Vacations is the largest, with 118 listings and an average guest rating of 4.79; the next largest are Beachfront Only, Make My Vacation, Oceanside Beach Rental and Casago San Diego. Among the five largest, Casago San Diego's homes rate highest, at 4.90.

The five largest run 22% of Oceanside's listings

Share of Oceanside's 1,252 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host

  • On the Sand Vacations 9% · 118
  • Beachfront Only 6% · 71
  • Make My Vacation 3% · 34
  • Oceanside Beach Rental 2% · 29
  • Casago San Diego 2% · 28
  • All other listings 78%

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 all 12 companies ranked in the Oceanside Airbnb management ranking, with how their homes earn against similar ones.

Nearby markets

Oceanside vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 25 km, Encinitas (18 km away) earned the most per listing, about 16% more than Oceanside.

Airbnb markets near Oceanside: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Carlsbad 8 km 651$64,188$45548%
Vista 13 km 268$46,666$32050%
Buena Creek 15 km 37$54,609$33647%
Encinitas 18 km 548$73,334$57549%
San Marcos 19 km 111$28,394$22346%
Fallbrook 24 km 248$55,320$42640%
Rancho Santa Fe 25 km 35$70,062$94135%
Solana Beach 25 km 312$58,036$48443%

Other Airbnb Markets in California

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Markets Similar to Oceanside

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FAQ

Oceanside Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Oceanside?

An active Oceanside Airbnb grossed $63,073 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,252 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $9,410 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Oceanside?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Oceanside listings earn between $3,250 and $9,410 in a typical month, and the top tenth $15,100 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 Oceanside?

Listings in Oceanside were booked on 49% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the California average. July is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Oceanside?

The average booked night in Oceanside cost $413 before fees. Half of listings charge between $210 and $480, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Oceanside?

None of the active Oceanside listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.

Is Airbnb profitable in Oceanside?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Oceanside Airbnb grossed $63,073 in the 12 months to September 2026, 46% above the California average of $43,088. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $39,823 a year (about $3,320 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 $5,620 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Oceanside?

July usually pays best, averaging $12,600 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Oceanside?

Each night a Oceanside listing was open to book earned $214 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 $423 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Oceanside?

Oceanside stays were booked 58 days (about eight 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 Oceanside?

The average Oceanside Airbnb stay lasted 6.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 31 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Oceanside rated?

Guests rate Oceanside Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Oceanside?

Oceanside Harbor, South Oceanside and The Strand draw the most short-term rental interest in Oceanside. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Oceanside?

AirROI counted 1,252 active Airbnb listings in Oceanside as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Carlsbad, 8 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Oceanside?

In Oceanside, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $276, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $703, so the median is the better guide.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 1,252 active Airbnb listings in Oceanside 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. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. 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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