Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

San Clemente, CA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
365
Avg. booking lead time
58 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
November

The short answer

San Clemente Airbnb Market at a Glance

Both rates and bookings run ahead of the California average. Listings averaged $410 a night and were booked on 47% of available nights, against $355 and 43% for the California average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in November, usually the slowest.

With 365 active listings, San Clemente is the 59th-largest of 643 California markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 14% while the number of active listings grew 6%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in San Clemente?

Gross bookings per San Clemente listing averaged $55,771 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 San Clemente listing brings in $10,600 in July, its best month, and $4,400 in November, its slowest. January runs within 2% of November, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 38% 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 three times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $12,600+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $8,420 or more, roughly $3,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $5,300 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,780 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.

July earns about 2.4 times what November 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.

San Clemente 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 San Clemente, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$5,74548.2%$400$19173 days4.7 nights
Oct 2025$4,86744.0%$380$15746 days5.3 nights
Nov 2025$4,69342.1%$377$15652 days5 nights
Dec 2025$5,21843.3%$386$16850 days6.4 nights
Jan 2026$4,71742.4%$369$15237 days7 nights
Feb 2026$4,66047.3%$368$16643 days6.9 nights
Mar 2026$6,24453.7%$375$20140 days6.5 nights
Apr 2026$5,86649.5%$378$19644 days5.3 nights
May 2026$6,31148.4%$403$20448 days5.4 nights
Jun 2026$9,29461.2%$458$31062 days5.4 nights
Jul 2026$11,55265.0%$495$37391 days6.4 nights
Aug 2026$9,52962.1%$454$30767 days5.2 nights

Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.

These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular San Clemente home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in San Clemente Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average San Clemente Airbnb took in $55,771 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $3,060 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 $4,910 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $5,200 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,500 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,640 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.

San Clemente 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 San Clemente Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$50,571$80,350
Cleaning fees guests pay9% of San Clemente bookings$5,200$8,270
Gross bookings$55,771$88,620
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 82% of San Clemente listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$7,400−$11,760
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$5,200−$8,270
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$2,790−$4,430
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$1,120−$1,770
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$1,670−$2,660
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$560−$560
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$280−$280
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−$19,020−$29,730
Left for housing costs, then profit$36,751about $3,060 a month$58,890about $4,910 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own San Clemente Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from San Clemente'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 San Clemente home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.

How San Clemente's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of San Clemente listings are booked on 73% or more of their nights, against 51% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $335 adds about $3,340 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $475 a night or more, against a median of $335. 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 $5,060 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $10,600, against $4,400 in November, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. San Clemente listings average 4.86 stars, and 53% 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 $7,390 a month, against $4,650 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in San Clemente?

San Clemente listings were booked on 47% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the California average (43%) and 6 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 64% in July and falls to 43% in January.

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

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 85%+ of open nights, 34 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 73% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 51% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 29% or less, under three nights a week.

July is usually the busiest month in San Clemente, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 47% 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 San Clemente?

The average nightly rate in San Clemente, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $410 over the past year, about 15% above the California average of $355 and about 28% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July at about $470 and bottom out in October and November at about $345.

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

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $705+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $475 or more, about $140 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $335 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $230 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July rates run 37% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $410 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 San Clemente?

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 San Clemente it averaged $209 over the past year, from about $144 in a typical January to about $342 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $375+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $255 or more, about $95 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $159 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $97 or less, about 61% of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.4 times January's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in San Clemente

San Clemente 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 twice as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in San Clemente

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

Revenue by month in San Clemente in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in San Clemente, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$4,460
FebruaryLow season$4,610
MarchShoulder season$5,870
AprilLow season$5,400
MayShoulder season$5,810
JuneHigh season$8,550
JulyHigh season$10,600
AugustHigh season$8,810
SeptemberLow season$5,420
OctoberLow season$4,590
NovemberLow season$4,400
DecemberLow season$4,930
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in San Clemente by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$9,32062%$452
Shoulder seasonMarch, May$5,84049%$390
Low seasonApril, September–February$4,83046%$359

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in San Clemente?

Guests book San Clemente stays 58 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 86 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 33 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-April.

July stays are booked furthest ahead

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

The 12-month figure of 58 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 San Clemente

None of the 365 active listings in San Clemente 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 San Clemente.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Clemente

AirROI's area guide picks eight San Clemente neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown San Clemente, North Beach and Southwest San Clemente. 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 San Clemente
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Downtown San Clemente Vibrant area with shops, restaurants, and close proximity to the beach. Ideal for tourists seeking a lively atmosphere and local experiences.San Clemente Pier, Casa Romantica Cultural Center, Shopping at Avenida Del Mar, Restaurants and cafes, Beach access
North Beach Quieter area known for its scenic views and surf culture. Great for families and individuals looking for a laid-back beach vibe.T-Street Beach, North Beach Community Park, Surfing spots, Local eateries, Coastal walking trails
Southwest San Clemente Residential area with beautiful ocean views and a relaxed atmosphere. Attracts visitors seeking a peaceful retreat close to nature.San Onofre State Beach, San Mateo Campground, Walking and biking trails, Golf courses, Nature parks
Camino de Estrella Charming neighborhood with easy access to the beach and vibrant community events. Perfect for families and longer stays.Estrella Park, Nearby beach access, Local markets and festivals, Family-friendly activities, Nature trails
San Clemente State Beach A popular beach area great for outdoor enthusiasts and families. Provides a classic Southern California beach experience.State Beach, Camping facilities, Fishing spots, Picnic areas, Surfing and swimming spots
Talega Upscale residential community with golf courses and high-end amenities. Attracts leisure travelers and golf enthusiasts.Talega Golf Club, Talega Village Shopping Center, Outdoor sports centers, Community events, Nature trails
Marblehead Newer residential area with modern amenities and scenic views. Ideal for travelers seeking a mix of beach and urban living.Marblehead Coastal Park, Walking trails, Nearby beaches, Shopping areas, Recreational facilities
Forster Ranch Family-friendly neighborhood that offers tranquility and access to nature. Perfect for tourists looking for a peaceful getaway.Local parks, Hiking trails in the hills, Community recreational activities, Nature reserves, Family-oriented neighborhoods

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

Listings

San Clemente Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

More than nine in ten Airbnbs in San Clemente are entire homes (91%), with private rooms at 8%. Apartments or condos (48%) and houses (43%) split the stock almost evenly.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

San Clemente Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 91%
  • Private room 8%
  • Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
San Clemente Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home91.2%333
Private room7.9%29
Hotel room0.8%3

Apartments and houses split the stock

San Clemente Airbnb listings by property type

  • Apartment/Condo 48%
  • House 43%
  • Hotel/Boutique 7%
  • Others 2%
Property types in numbers
San Clemente Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
Apartment/Condo47.9%175
House43.0%157
Hotel/Boutique6.6%24
Others2.5%9

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in San Clemente Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in San Clemente (32% of entire homes), and 37% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 327 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

San Clemente 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
San Clemente entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio4.9%16
1 bedroom26.0%85
2 bedrooms32.4%106
3 bedrooms26.6%87
4 bedrooms6.1%20
5+ bedrooms4.0%13

What Each Home Size Earns in San Clemente

A typical studio in San Clemente earned $34,000 over the past year, against $123,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in San Clemente
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Studio16$34,000$37,200$21953%
1 bedroom85$38,500$45,100$25552%
2 bedrooms106$50,400$54,300$38148%
3 bedrooms87$53,000$66,600$54745%
4 bedrooms20$98,100$104,000$71048%
5+ bedrooms13$123,000$125,000$1,15746%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in San Clemente Sleep?

The most common capacity in San Clemente is six guests (26% of listings), and 48% of listings sleep six or more.

San Clemente listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
San Clemente listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
1 guest0.8%3
2 guests17.0%60
3 guests3.7%13
4 guests22.1%78
5 guests7.9%28
6 guests26.1%92
7 guests2.3%8
8+ guests20.1%71

How San Clemente Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

San Clemente hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (29%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
13
Beds per listing
3.1
Show exact location
29%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in San Clemente Offer?

Free on-site parking is close to standard in San Clemente: 88% of listings offer it, and 68% have a patio or balcony.

Share of San Clemente listings with each common amenity

  • Wifi Nearly all
  • TV 99%
  • Smoke alarm 99%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 98%
  • Heating 95%
  • Coffee maker 92%
  • Hair dryer 92%
  • Refrigerator 90%
  • Hot water 89%
  • Free parking on premises 88%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in San Clemente

Listings in San Clemente with children’s bikes earned about 2.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $130,000 against $52,800. The gap is smaller for a game console (about twice as much) and a hammock (about twice 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 San Clemente 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

  • Children’s bikes +147% on 4% of listings
  • Game console +96% on 3% of listings
  • Hammock +96% on 5% of listings
  • Gym +86% on 17% of listings
  • Free street parking +73% on 64% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +72% on 68% of listings
  • Outdoor furniture +68% on 69% of listings
  • Beach essentials +67% on 53% of listings
  • Sound system +64% on 12% of listings
  • Ocean view +62% on 27% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of San Clemente listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Children’s bikes4%$130,000$52,800+147%
Game console3%$107,000$54,300+96%
Hammock5%$104,000$53,100+96%
Gym17%$90,400$48,500+86%
Free street parking64%$65,600$38,000+73%
Patio or balcony68%$64,400$37,400+72%
Outdoor furniture69%$63,700$37,900+68%
Beach essentials53%$68,800$41,100+67%
Sound system12%$85,100$51,900+64%
Ocean view27%$77,500$47,800+62%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in San Clemente?

San Clemente draws mostly domestic guests: 93% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Los Angeles is the largest source outside San Clemente, at about 5% of reviews. Of the 7% from abroad, the largest groups come from Canada and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 66% of guests, and Spanish by 15%.

93% of San Clemente guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 93%
  • International 7%

Where San Clemente guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Los Angeles 5%
  • San Diego 3%
  • Phoenix 3%
  • Las Vegas 2%
  • San Clemente 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where San Clemente guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Los Angeles4.8%
San Diego3.1%
Phoenix2.5%
Las Vegas2.0%
San Clemente1.9%

Where San Clemente guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 93%
  • Canada 1%
  • United Kingdom 1%
  • Australia 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where San Clemente guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States93.3%
Canada1.3%
United Kingdom1.1%
Australia0.6%

Languages spoken by San Clemente guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 66%
  • Spanish 15%
  • French 5%
  • Portuguese 2%
  • German 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by San Clemente guests
Language Share of guests
English66.2%
Spanish14.5%
French5.2%
Portuguese2.1%
German2.0%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in San Clemente?

San Clemente Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 53% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.79. Listings here carry long review histories, about 93 reviews each on average.

Location and check-in score highest in San Clemente; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.88
  • Cleanliness 4.85
  • Communication 4.90
  • Location 4.93
  • Check-in 4.93
  • Value 4.79
Category scores in numbers
San Clemente guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.88
Cleanliness4.85
Communication4.90
Location4.93
Check-in4.93
Value4.79

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in San Clemente: Stays, Rules and Fees

About seven in ten San Clemente listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 32% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year San Clemente listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 36%
  • 181-270 days 35%
  • 91-180 days 21%
  • 31-90 days 8%
  • 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year San Clemente listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days36.4%133
181-270 days34.5%126
91-180 days21.1%77
31-90 days7.7%28
1-30 days0.3%1

Days a year San Clemente listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 10%
  • 181-270 days 22%
  • 91-180 days 34%
  • 31-90 days 19%
  • 1-30 days 15%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year San Clemente listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days9.6%35
181-270 days22.5%82
91-180 days33.7%123
31-90 days18.9%69
1-30 days15.3%56

What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in San Clemente?

The average San Clemente booking lasts 6.9 nights, longest in January and shortest in September. Listings took about 26 bookings each over the year, some 9,450 in all. About half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in San Clemente

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

San Clemente Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

47% of listings in San Clemente accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights. A smaller group, 7%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.

Minimum stay set by San Clemente listings

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

  • 1 Night 15% 53 listings
  • 2 Nights 33% 119 listings
  • 3 Nights 22% 81 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 6% 23 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 17% 62 listings
  • 30+ Nights 7% 27 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in San Clemente?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in San Clemente, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 37% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of San Clemente listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 15% 55 listings
  • Moderate 22% 79 listings
  • Limited 4% 13 listings
  • Firm 41% 151 listings
  • Strict 16% 58 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 2% 8 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days <1% 1 listing

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in San Clemente?

Nearly nine in ten San Clemente listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $221; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.9 nights, that adds roughly $30 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$221
Listings charging a fee
87.9%
Share of gross revenue
9.3%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in San Clemente

The top-grossing Airbnb in San Clemente, a four-bedroom home, took in $346,000 over the past year, about 6.2 times the city's average of $55,800. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three and four bedrooms.

WesternWhiteHouseSC WesternWhiteHouseSC Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92
Revenue
$346,128
Occupancy
74.4%
Daily rate
$1,214
Luxury Ocean Bluff Villa Luxury Ocean Bluff Villa Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$331,577
Occupancy
66.8%
Daily rate
$1,559
Family Reunion and Wedding Beach House Family Reunion and Wedding Beach House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Revenue
$305,618
Occupancy
49.7%
Daily rate
$1,613
3 Condos, Steps to Beach | Trestles Trailhead Trio 3 Condos, Steps to Beach | Trestles Trailhead Trio Entire home · 9 bedrooms
Revenue
$247,689
Occupancy
57.0%
Daily rate
$1,741
Coastal group stay w/ beach access & 2 kitchens Coastal group stay w/ beach access & 2 kitchens Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$237,863
Occupancy
84.4%
Daily rate
$1,199
Stone Lagoon by AvantStay | Steps to the Beach! Stone Lagoon by AvantStay | Steps to the Beach! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
$236,064
Occupancy
71.9%
Daily rate
$830

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in San Clemente?

Pete & Cathy is the top-grossing host in San Clemente, with $1.83 million in bookings across 13 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 23% of the market's 365 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in San Clemente by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Pete & Cathy 13$1,826,812$140,5244.95/5
Michael 18$1,224,025$68,0014.94/5
AvantStay Newport Beach 10$1,042,832$104,2834.79/5
4 Kathryn 8$970,936$121,3674.77/5
5 Tahnee Lynn 8$878,206$109,7764.95/5
6 Jordan 8$712,190$89,0244.92/5
7 Chris 6$660,836$110,1394.94/5
8 Emilee 8$610,088$76,2614.86/5
9 Shannon 4$443,851$110,9634.99/5
10 Bradley 1$346,128$346,1284.92/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in San Clemente?

Professional management companies run 23% of San Clemente listings and owners run the rest, though 28% of listings have a co-host. 62% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 25% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 82% of listings.

Superhosts
62.2%
Professional management
22.7%
Cohosted listings
27.9%
Instant Book enabled
24.7%
Simplified Pricing
82.2%

Nearby markets

San Clemente vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

San Clemente earns about as much per listing as Dana Point, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 26 km.

Airbnb markets near San Clemente: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Dana Point 9 km 288$57,791$42646%
San Juan Capistrano 10 km 36$26,266$28245%
Laguna Niguel 14 km 95$23,249$25940%
Laguna Beach 19 km 326$50,969$43139%
Mission Viejo 20 km 146$51,152$40245%
Aliso Viejo 21 km 31$12,955$20237%
Laguna Hills 23 km 102$33,623$33240%
Lake Forest 26 km 115$18,738$27136%

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FAQ

San Clemente Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in San Clemente?

An active San Clemente Airbnb grossed $55,771 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 365 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $8,420 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in San Clemente?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of San Clemente listings earn between $2,780 and $8,420 in a typical month, and the top tenth $12,600 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in San Clemente?

Listings in San Clemente were booked on 47% 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 San Clemente?

The average booked night in San Clemente cost $410 before fees. Half of listings charge between $230 and $475, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in San Clemente?

None of the active San Clemente 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 San Clemente?

Yes, when it's run well. The average San Clemente Airbnb grossed $55,771 in the 12 months to September 2026, 29% 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, $36,751 a year (about $3,060 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 $4,910 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in San Clemente?

July usually pays best, averaging $10,600 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in San Clemente?

Each night a San Clemente listing was open to book earned $209 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 $375 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in San Clemente?

San Clemente 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 San Clemente?

The average San Clemente Airbnb stay lasted 6.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 26 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in San Clemente rated?

Guests rate San Clemente Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in San Clemente?

Downtown San Clemente, North Beach and Southwest San Clemente draw the most short-term rental interest in San Clemente. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in San Clemente?

AirROI counted 365 active Airbnb listings in San Clemente as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Dana Point, 9 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in San Clemente?

In San Clemente, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $221; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 365 active Airbnb listings in San Clemente 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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