Heated Saltwater Pool: Home on Scenic Cub River! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $82,354
- Occupancy
- 25.5%
- Daily rate
- $722
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Preston brought in $22,502 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 34% less than the Idaho average of $33,932.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Idaho average. Listings averaged $245 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights, against $315 and 42% for the Idaho average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about three times as much as in February, usually the slowest. With only 34 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 34 active listings, Preston is the 57th-largest of 90 Idaho markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Preston listing averaged $22,502 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Idaho average: $33,932), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Preston listing brings in $4,090 in July, its best month, and $1,370 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.5 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.
July earns about three times what February 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.
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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,144 | 47.4% | $223 | $105 | 48 days | 3.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,929 | 47.1% | $218 | $94 | 33 days | 4.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,171 | 46.0% | $216 | $72 | 37 days | 4.1 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,501 | 41.9% | $218 | $113 | 26 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,435 | 25.0% | $219 | $46 | 24 days | 2.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,554 | 35.7% | $219 | $56 | 31 days | 3.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,510 | 32.1% | $216 | $49 | 23 days | 4.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,434 | 31.5% | $222 | $48 | 52 days | 3.7 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,448 | 35.6% | $255 | $79 | 61 days | 2.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,300 | 42.1% | $253 | $110 | 74 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,801 | 49.1% | $254 | $155 | 79 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,438 | 46.1% | $252 | $111 | 66 days | 4 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Preston address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Preston Airbnb took in $22,502 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,180 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 $2,040 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,670 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,400 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,020 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $19,832 | $33,920 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Preston bookings | $2,670 | $4,570 |
| Gross bookings | $22,502 | $38,490 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 85% of Preston listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,070 | −$5,260 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,670 | −$4,570 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,130 | −$1,920 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$450 | −$770 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$680 | −$1,150 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$230 | −$230 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$110 | −$110 |
| 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 | −$8,340 | −$14,010 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,162about $1,180 a month | $24,480about $2,040 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Preston'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 Preston 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 $3,210 a month, against $1,880 for the average one.
Occupancy
Preston listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Idaho average (42%) and 3 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 50% in November and falls to 30% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
November is usually the busiest month in Preston, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 38% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Preston, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $245 over the past year, about 22% below the Idaho and U.S. averages ($315 and $320). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about $240 and bottom out in October and November at about $195.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 5.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 23% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $245 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Preston it averaged $86 over the past year, from about $49 in a typical February to about $132 in a typical July.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
July RevPAR is about 2.7 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $86 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 34 active listings, the monthly pattern in Preston is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in February.
Average revenue by month in Preston
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $1,590 |
| February | $1,370 |
| March | $1,810 |
| April | $1,490 |
| May | $2,270 |
| June | $3,030 |
| July | $4,090 |
| August | $3,380 |
| September | $2,710 |
| October | $2,470 |
| November | $2,380 |
| December | $2,830 |
Guests book Preston stays 49 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 79 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 19 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
The 12-month figure of 49 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 34 active listings in Preston 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 Preston.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Preston neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Preston, Bear Lake Area and Preston Valley. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Preston | The heart of Preston with access to local shops, dining, and events. Ideal for visitors looking to explore the town's amenities and proximity to recreational activities. | Bear Lake, Preston Golf Club, Local restaurants, Historic sites, Annual Country Fair |
| Bear Lake Area | Famous for its stunning turquoise waters and recreational activities, Bear Lake is a prime vacation destination for outdoor enthusiasts and families. | Bear Lake State Park, Laketown, Rainbow Cove, Bear Lake Marina, Chautauqua |
| Preston Valley | A scenic area just outside downtown Preston, perfect for those who want a quiet retreat while still being close to town. | Fishing and hiking trails, Beautiful valley views, Picnic areas, Local wildlife, Great for cycling |
| Franklin | A small, historic town near Preston known for its charm and community events, attracting visitors who wish to experience local culture. | Historic Franklin,”, Evans Research Center, Local shops, Hiking trails, Annual fairs |
| Fish Creek | A tranquil area with access to outdoor recreation, such as fishing, hiking, and camping, appealing to nature lovers and adventurers. | Fish Creek reservoir, Scenic hiking paths, Wildlife observation, Fishing spots, Camping grounds |
| Soda Springs | An outdoor adventure hub with natural springs and recreation options, great for families and outdoor enthusiasts. | Soda Springs Geyser, Bear Lake, Hiking trails, Fishing and boating, Picnic areas |
| Montpelier | Neighboring town with rich history and access to outdoor and recreational activities, ideal for those wanting to explore more off the beaten path. | Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Montpelier Historical Museum, Local shops, Hiking trails, Scenic drives |
| Ovid | A quiet, rural area known for its friendly community and access to outdoor activities, perfect for travelers looking to escape the city. | Local farms, Great for hiking and biking, Community events, Scenic views, Peaceful atmosphere |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Preston is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 53%, about 2.3 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (24%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Preston Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.1% | 33 |
| Private room | 2.9% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Preston Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 52.9% | 18 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 23.5% | 8 |
| Apartment/Condo | 17.6% | 6 |
| Unique stay | 2.9% | 1 |
| Others | 2.9% | 1 |
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Preston (33% of entire homes), and 45% have three or more bedrooms.
Preston entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 33.3% | 11 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.2% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 21.2% | 7 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.0% | 1 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 21.2% | 7 |
Preston is a group-trip market: 41% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.8 times the share of the next most common size, four guests (24%).
Preston listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 3 guests | 2.9% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 23.5% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 11.8% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 14.7% | 5 |
| 7 guests | 5.9% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 41.2% | 14 |
Preston hosts set up an average of 6.8 beds per listing, roughly two for every bedroom. Only 35% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Preston: 53% of listings have one, and 88% offer free parking on site.
Share of Preston listings with each common amenity
Guests
Preston draws mostly domestic guests: 99% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Salt Lake City is the largest source, at about 8% of reviews.
99% of Preston guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Preston guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Salt Lake City | 8.0% |
| Ogden | 3.8% |
| Mesa | 3.8% |
| Boise | 2.4% |
| Las Vegas | 1.9% |
Where Preston guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.6% |
| China | 0.5% |
| Canada | 0.5% |
| United Kingdom | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Preston guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 79.1% |
| Spanish | 9.3% |
| German | 3.5% |
| Portuguese | 1.2% |
| Lao | 1.2% |
Preston Airbnbs average 4.91 stars, and 68% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.84.
Check-in scores highest in Preston; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.89 |
| Cleanliness | 4.87 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.93 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.84 |
Booking patterns
More than eight in ten Preston listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 18% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Preston listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 55.9% | 19 |
| 181-270 days | 26.5% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 14.7% | 5 |
| 31-90 days | 2.9% | 1 |
Days a year Preston listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.9% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 14.7% | 5 |
| 91-180 days | 32.4% | 11 |
| 31-90 days | 32.4% | 11 |
| 1-30 days | 17.6% | 6 |
The average Preston booking lasts 3.8 nights, longest in November and shortest in January. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year. Nearly six in ten 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 Preston
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
85% of listings in Preston accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Preston 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 Preston, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 56% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 44% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Preston listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
94% of Preston listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $92, and some higher fees lift the average to $143. Spread over the average stay of 3.8 nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Preston, a six-bedroom home, took in $82,400 over the past year, about 3.7 times the city's average of $22,500. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has three bedrooms.
Heated Saltwater Pool: Home on Scenic Cub River! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Hemsley Ranch and Guesthouse Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Adendale Shire Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Red Cub Lodge on Cub River - Great 2026 Dates Open Entire home · 8 bedrooms
Cub River Hideout Cabin Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Cozy Cottage in Mink Creek Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 Professional management companies run one in five Preston listings and owners run the rest, though 32% of listings have a co-host. Six in ten 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.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 86 km, Fish Haven (35 km away, 71 listings) earned the most per listing, about 3.7 times as much as Preston. North Logan was the busiest, booked on 51% of nights against 38% in Preston.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield 29 km | 43 | $25,862 | $234 | 49% |
| Fish Haven 35 km | 71 | $82,680 | $889 | 32% |
| St. Charles 36 km | 31 | $35,543 | $346 | 32% |
| North Logan 36 km | 34 | $29,208 | $194 | 51% |
| Garden City 40 km | 660 | $34,986 | $474 | 30% |
| Logan 41 km | 109 | $23,942 | $171 | 46% |
| Lava Hot Springs 60 km | 140 | $33,204 | $278 | 33% |
| Eden 86 km | 349 | $24,986 | $345 | 30% |
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FAQ
An active Preston Airbnb grossed $22,502 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 34 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,310 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Preston listings earn between $942 and $3,310 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,790 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 Preston were booked on 38% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Idaho average. November is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Preston cost $245 before fees. Half of listings charge between $96 and $240; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
None of the active Preston 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Preston Airbnb grossed $22,502 in the 12 months to September 2026, 34% below the Idaho average of $33,932. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,162 a year (about $1,180 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 $2,040 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $4,090 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.
Each night a Preston listing was open to book earned $86 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 $225 or more.
Preston stays were booked 49 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Preston Airbnb stay lasted 3.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Preston Airbnbs 4.91 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Downtown Preston, Bear Lake Area and Preston Valley draw the most short-term rental interest in Preston. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 34 active Airbnb listings in Preston as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Smithfield, 29 km away.
In Preston, 94% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $92, and some higher fees lift the average to $143.
Method
Figures on this page cover 34 active Airbnb listings in Preston 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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