Direct Lake Access/Dock/Tennis-Pickleball/Bball Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $78,555
- Occupancy
- 39.8%
- Daily rate
- $609
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Scottsville brought in $22,818 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 18% less than the Kentucky average of $27,730.
The short answer
Listings averaged $243 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, close to the Kentucky average on both counts.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about four times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 61 active listings, Scottsville is the 36th-largest of 112 Kentucky markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 53%.
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Gross bookings per Scottsville listing averaged $22,818 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Kentucky average: $27,730), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Scottsville listing brings in $4,670 in July, its best month, and $1,170 in February, its slowest. January runs within 4% of February, 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 3.4 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 four 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,683 | 36.0% | $244 | $89 | 52 days | 3.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,447 | 39.9% | $244 | $79 | 41 days | 4.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,514 | 38.5% | $237 | $84 | 49 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,001 | 29.5% | $235 | $65 | 41 days | 4.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,220 | 21.4% | $227 | $39 | 22 days | 4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,339 | 24.4% | $228 | $48 | 17 days | 5.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,759 | 35.8% | $235 | $89 | 35 days | 6.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,671 | 39.6% | $235 | $89 | 28 days | 4.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,052 | 37.4% | $255 | $98 | 42 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,726 | 54.4% | $261 | $158 | 55 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,172 | 54.6% | $267 | $167 | 73 days | 4.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,091 | 34.9% | $260 | $100 | 55 days | 3.9 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Scottsville address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Scottsville Airbnb took in $22,818 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,190 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 $2,020 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,880 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,430 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,030 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 | $19,938 | $33,440 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Scottsville bookings | $2,880 | $4,830 |
| Gross bookings | $22,818 | $38,270 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 82% of Scottsville listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,020 | −$5,070 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,880 | −$4,830 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,140 | −$1,910 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$460 | −$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 | −$8,520 | −$14,070 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,298about $1,190 a month | $24,200about $2,020 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Scottsville'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 Scottsville 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 $3,190 a month, against $1,900 for the average one.
Occupancy
Scottsville listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the Kentucky average (39%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 23% in January to 55% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Scottsville, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Scottsville, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $243 over the past year, about the same as the Kentucky average ($250) and about 24% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $260 and bottom out in January and February at about $220.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 17% above January's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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 Scottsville it averaged $92 over the past year, from about $39 in a typical January to about $151 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 3.9 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $92 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Scottsville has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from December to March. A listing earns about 2.8 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Scottsville
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,210 |
| February | Low season | $1,170 |
| March | Low season | $2,290 |
| April | Shoulder season | $2,440 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,800 |
| June | High season | $4,060 |
| July | High season | $4,670 |
| August | High season | $3,410 |
| September | Shoulder season | $2,460 |
| October | Shoulder season | $2,680 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,570 |
| December | Low season | $1,990 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $4,050 | 49% | $256 |
| Shoulder seasonApril–May, September–November | $2,590 | 39% | $230 |
| Low seasonDecember–March | $1,660 | 28% | $222 |
Guests book Scottsville stays 43 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 71 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 17 days. A typical July booking is made in early May.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 61 active listings in Scottsville 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 Scottsville.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Scottsville neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Scottsville, Barren River Lake and Historic District. 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 Scottsville | The heart of Scottsville with quaint shops, local eateries, and community events. Attracts visitors for its small-town charm and local culture. | Scottsville Square Park, Historic Downtown Scottsville, Horse Cave, Allensville, Local Art Galleries |
| Barren River Lake | A beautiful natural area ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, offering recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and camping. Perfect for those seeking a nature escape. | Barren River Lake State Resort Park, Fishing and boating, Hiking trails, Picnic areas, Wildlife viewing |
| Historic District | Features charming historic homes and buildings, drawing history buffs and those interested in traditional architecture. A picturesque area for wandering and exploration. | Historic homes, Scottsville Historic Museum, Guided heritage walks, Local antique shops, Heritage festivals |
| Old Scottsville | A nostalgic area with old-town charm, filled with local histories and family-owned businesses. A less crowded spot offering a unique experience. | Historic sites, Local diners, Community festivals, Shops, Small-town ambiance |
| Cultural Arts Center | A vibrant hub for arts and culture with performances, workshops, and exhibitions. Attracts those interested in the arts scene and community events. | Art exhibits, Theater performances, Community events, Art classes, Live music |
| Nearby Bowling Green | Just a short drive away, this larger city offers more urban amenities and attractions, making it a popular spot for those seeking more entertainment options. | Western Kentucky University, Lost River Cave, Bowling Green Hot Rods, Shopping centers, Restaurants |
| Nature Trails | Surrounding Scottsville are various nature trails perfect for hiking and exploring the local flora and fauna, ideal for adventure seekers and families. | Barren River trails, Parks, Nature walks, Bird watching, Picnic spots |
| Local Farms and Markets | The surrounding agricultural areas offer a glimpse into local farming life, appealing to visitors who appreciate fresh produce and rural experiences. | Farmers markets, Pick-your-own farms, Local produce shops, Agricultural tours, Seasonal events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Scottsville is an entire home: all 61 listings rent the whole place. Houses are the most common property type at 74%, about 3.5 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (21%).
Every listing rents the whole place
Scottsville Airbnb listings by room type
Listings by property type
Scottsville Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 73.8% | 45 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 21.3% | 13 |
| Apartment/Condo | 3.3% | 2 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.6% | 1 |
Most Scottsville homes are built for groups: 65% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (33%).
Scottsville entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 15.0% | 9 |
| 2 bedrooms | 20.0% | 12 |
| 3 bedrooms | 33.3% | 20 |
| 4 bedrooms | 20.0% | 12 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 11.7% | 7 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Scottsville earned $16,600 over the past year, against $23,900 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 12 | $16,600 | $20,700 | $176 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 20 | $10,700 | $17,100 | $242 | 34% |
| 4 bedrooms | 12 | $23,900 | $29,200 | $297 | 41% |
Scottsville is a group-trip market: 52% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.7 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (20%).
Scottsville listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 4.9% | 3 |
| 4 guests | 13.1% | 8 |
| 5 guests | 8.2% | 5 |
| 6 guests | 19.7% | 12 |
| 7 guests | 1.6% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 52.5% | 32 |
Scottsville hosts set up an average of 4.5 beds per listing. Only 38% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Scottsville: 70% of listings have one, and 51% have a fireplace.
Share of Scottsville listings with each common amenity
Guests
Scottsville draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Louisville is the largest source, at about 3% of reviews.
98% of Scottsville guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Scottsville guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Louisville | 3.4% |
| Nashville | 2.9% |
| Bowling Green | 2.6% |
| Atlanta | 2.4% |
| Georgetown | 2.1% |
Where Scottsville guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.2% |
| Canada | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | 0.3% |
| Illinois | 0.3% |
| Colombia | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Scottsville guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 84.2% |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| French | 1.6% |
| Hindi | 1.6% |
| Dutch | 0.5% |
Scottsville Airbnbs average 4.92 stars, and 79% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched; location and value for money tie for the lowest, at 4.87.
Communication scores highest in Scottsville; location and value tie for lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.91 |
| Cleanliness | 4.89 |
| Communication | 4.97 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.94 |
| Value | 4.87 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Scottsville listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 5% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 46% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Scottsville listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 52.5% | 32 |
| 181-270 days | 42.6% | 26 |
| 91-180 days | 4.9% | 3 |
Days a year Scottsville listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 4.9% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 45.9% | 28 |
| 31-90 days | 34.4% | 21 |
| 1-30 days | 14.8% | 9 |
The average Scottsville booking lasts 4.8 nights, longest in March and shortest in September. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 1,280 in all. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Scottsville
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About eight in ten listings in Scottsville accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Scottsville 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 Scottsville, used by 43% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 46% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Scottsville listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than nine in ten Scottsville listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $150. Spread over the average stay of 4.8 nights, that adds roughly $30 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Scottsville, a six-bedroom home, took in $78,600 over the past year, about 3.4 times the city's average of $22,800. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have two and four bedrooms.
Direct Lake Access/Dock/Tennis-Pickleball/Bball Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Harbor Nest Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Lake Front Home-Barren River Lake-Baileys Pt Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Blessing by the Lake | Lakeside Cabin|Hot Tub Wifi Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.73
Woodside Retreat A&B:Modern Home Near Lake! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Liberty Hills Cabin | Hot Tub | Fire Pit Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Only 10% of Scottsville listings are classed as professionally managed, though 30% of listings have a co-host. Seven 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 82% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 69 km, Gallatin (61 km away) earned the most per listing, about 77% more than Scottsville.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow 20 km | 51 | $15,454 | $170 | 34% |
| Bowling Green 31 km | 203 | $19,439 | $161 | 39% |
| Cave City 35 km | 46 | $19,463 | $145 | 41% |
| Brownsville 39 km | 30 | $23,097 | $176 | 38% |
| Mammoth Cave 48 km | 57 | $28,859 | $231 | 40% |
| Clarkson 58 km | 52 | $29,660 | $313 | 29% |
| Gallatin 61 km | 101 | $40,458 | $304 | 46% |
| Celina 69 km | 32 | $26,660 | $299 | 34% |
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Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Scottsville:
FAQ
An active Scottsville Airbnb grossed $22,818 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 61 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,760 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Scottsville listings earn between $1,080 and $3,760 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,730 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 Scottsville were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 39% for the Kentucky average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Scottsville cost $243 before fees. Half of listings charge between $145 and $305, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Scottsville 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 Scottsville Airbnb grossed $22,818 in the 12 months to September 2026, 18% below the Kentucky average of $27,730. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $14,298 a year (about $1,190 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 $2,020 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $4,670 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 Scottsville listing was open to book earned $92 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 $176 or more.
Scottsville stays were booked 43 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Scottsville Airbnb stay lasted 4.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Scottsville Airbnbs 4.92 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Downtown Scottsville, Barren River Lake and Historic District draw the most short-term rental interest in Scottsville. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 61 active Airbnb listings in Scottsville as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Glasgow, 20 km away.
In Scottsville, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $150.
Method
Figures on this page cover 61 active Airbnb listings in Scottsville 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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