Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Harpswell, ME Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
196
Avg. booking lead time
99 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
August
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Harpswell Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates in Harpswell run ahead of the Maine average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged $431 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against $375 and 43% for the Maine average.

Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 5.2 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.

With 196 active listings, Harpswell is the 16th-largest of 189 Maine markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 8% while the number of active listings grew 16%.

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Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Harpswell?

Gross bookings per Harpswell listing averaged $37,273 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Maine average: $37,768), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Harpswell listing brings in $10,900 in August, its best month, and $2,090 in February, its slowest. July runs within 1% of August, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 47% 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 3.1 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,600+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $6,910 or more, roughly $2,800 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $4,080 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,190 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.

August earns about 5.2 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.

Harpswell 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 and nightly rate; bookings peaked in August 2026. Across the past two years, August is usually the strongest month.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Harpswell, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$5,47545.7%$421$18298 days5 nights
Oct 2025$4,75341.5%$411$15371 days4.7 nights
Nov 2025$3,71734.5%$400$12478 days6.4 nights
Dec 2025$2,73522.0%$400$8848 days4.2 nights
Jan 2026$2,14724.0%$398$6919 days4.8 nights
Feb 2026$1,93520.6%$393$6912 days2.3 nights
Mar 2026$2,29820.1%$395$7441 days4 nights
Apr 2026$3,23731.3%$397$10874 days8.2 nights
May 2026$5,16340.0%$424$167100 days7.1 nights
Jun 2026$7,79352.3%$455$26093 days6.3 nights
Jul 2026$11,57962.9%$485$374126 days7.8 nights
Aug 2026$11,48369.2%$480$370121 days6.5 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.

The typical Harpswell listing earns about $4,080 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Harpswell Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Harpswell Airbnb took in $37,273 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,930 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 $3,310 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,810 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,330 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,660 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.

Harpswell 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 Harpswell Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$32,463$55,000
Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Harpswell bookings$4,810$8,140
Gross bookings$37,273$63,140
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Harpswell listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$4,990−$8,460
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$4,810−$8,140
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,860−$3,160
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$750−$1,260
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$1,120−$1,890
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$370−$370
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$190−$190
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−$14,090−$23,470
Left for housing costs, then profit$23,183about $1,930 a month$39,670about $3,310 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Harpswell Airbnb Profit

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

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Harpswell listings are booked on 55% or more of their nights, against 36% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $350 adds about $3,510 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $470 a night or more, against a median of $350. 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 $3,250 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about $10,900, against $2,090 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Harpswell listings average 4.86 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 $5,260 a month, against $3,110 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Harpswell?

Harpswell listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Maine average (43%) and 4 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 24% in February to 70% in August.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 37 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 55% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 36% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.

August is usually the busiest month in Harpswell, February the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Harpswell?

The average nightly rate in Harpswell, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $431 over the past year, about 15% above the Maine average of $375 and about 35% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $460 and bottom out in November at about $365.

The top 10% charge about 2.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $755+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $470 or more, about $120 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $350 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $260 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

July rates run 27% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $431 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 Harpswell?

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 Harpswell it averaged $216 over the past year, from about $75 in a typical February to about $351 in a typical August.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $373+ per open night, about twice the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $267 or more, about $85 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $181 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $112 or less, about 62% of the median.

August RevPAR is about 4.7 times February's

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

The 12-month RevPAR of $216 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Harpswell

Harpswell has one high season, June through August, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from October to April. A listing earns about four times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Harpswell

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

Revenue by month in Harpswell in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Harpswell, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$2,340
FebruaryLow season$2,090
MarchLow season$2,600
AprilLow season$3,920
MayShoulder season$4,970
JuneHigh season$7,030
JulyHigh season$10,800
AugustHigh season$10,900
SeptemberShoulder season$5,180
OctoberLow season$4,570
NovemberLow season$3,660
DecemberLow season$2,890
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Harpswell by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–August$9,57061%$452
Shoulder seasonMay, September$5,08041%$399
Low seasonOctober–April$3,15031%$381

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Harpswell?

Guests book Harpswell stays 99 days ahead on average (about three and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. July stays are booked furthest out, about 124 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 16 days. A typical July booking is made in mid-March.

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 99 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 Harpswell

None of the 196 active listings in Harpswell 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 Harpswell.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Harpswell

AirROI's area guide picks eight Harpswell neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Harpswell Neck, Bailey Island and Cundy's Harbor. 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 Harpswell
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Harpswell Neck The main hub of Harpswell with proximity to the water and local shops. Ideal for those looking for a quaint coastal experience with access to beaches and nature.Harpswell Town Dock, Giant Steps, Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust, Pottles Cove Preserve, Harpswell Heritage Land Trust
Bailey Island A picturesque island known for its stunning coastal views and historic architecture. Popular among visitors looking for tranquility and beautiful landscapes.Cribstone Bridge, Mackerel Cove, Bailey Island Oceanfront Park, Giant's Stairs, Harpswell Lighthouse
Cundy's Harbor A charming fishing village that offers a glimpse into Harpswell's local culture and seafood industry. Attracts visitors interested in authentic maritime experiences.Cundy's Harbor Marina, Waterfront dining, Fishing charters, Local art galleries, Harpswell Lobster House
Great Island Offers secluded beaches and nature trails. Perfect for families and nature lovers seeking peace and natural beauty.Bailey Island Community Park, Nature trails, Spectacular ocean views, Birdwatching spots, Secluded beaches
Hawkes Pond A scenic area perfect for outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking. Appeals to those who enjoy active, nature-based vacations.Hawkes Pond Preserve, Kayaking, Hiking trails, Wildlife viewing, Picnic areas
Meridian Beach Known for its beautiful sandy beach and calm waters, making it a favorite for families. Excellent for summer vacations.Meridian Beach, Swimming, Beachcombing, Local seafood shacks, Sunset views
Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge A protected area rich in biodiversity and natural beauty. Attracts eco-tourists and wildlife enthusiasts.Wildlife viewing, Birdwatching, Kayaking, Guided nature tours, Scenic overlooks
Harpswell Cove Offers lovely waterfront properties and a peaceful atmosphere. Ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.Harpswell Cove Marina, Quiet waterfront, Nature trails, Picnic spots, Local art shops

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

Listings

Harpswell Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Harpswell is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses account for 85% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 7%.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Harpswell Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 98%
  • Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
Harpswell Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home98.5%193
Private room1.5%3

Houses dominate the property mix

Harpswell Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 85%
  • Apartment/Condo 7%
  • Cabin/Outdoor 5%
  • Hotel/Boutique 2%
  • Others 1%
Property types in numbers
Harpswell Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
House85.2%167
Apartment/Condo6.6%13
Cabin/Outdoor5.1%10
Hotel/Boutique2.0%4
Others1.0%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Harpswell Have?

Most Harpswell homes are built for groups: 57% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (32%).

Harpswell entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms

Bedroom counts in numbers
Harpswell entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes Entire homes
Studio2.6%5
1 bedroom13.0%25
2 bedrooms27.6%53
3 bedrooms31.8%61
4 bedrooms14.1%27
5+ bedrooms10.9%21

What Each Home Size Earns in Harpswell

A typical one-bedroom home in Harpswell earned $18,300 over the past year, against $72,700 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Harpswell
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom25$18,300$20,900$26945%
2 bedrooms53$23,200$28,700$32047%
3 bedrooms61$33,000$42,300$44344%
4 bedrooms27$35,000$34,800$50643%
5+ bedrooms21$72,700$75,500$88345%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Harpswell Sleep?

The most common capacity in Harpswell is six guests (27% of listings), and 56% of listings sleep six or more.

Harpswell listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Harpswell listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests8.3%16
3 guests5.2%10
4 guests21.2%41
5 guests9.3%18
6 guests26.9%52
7 guests3.6%7
8+ guests25.4%49

How Harpswell Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Harpswell hosts set up an average of 3.8 beds per listing. About four in ten listings (40%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
17
Beds per listing
3.8
Show exact location
40%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Harpswell Offer?

Outdoor dining areas are common in Harpswell: 40% of listings have one.

Share of Harpswell listings with each common amenity

  • TV Nearly all
  • Kitchen Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm 99%
  • Wifi 99%
  • Fire extinguisher 97%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 96%
  • Coffee maker 94%
  • Refrigerator 94%
  • Hair dryer 94%
  • Dishes and silverware 93%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Harpswell

Listings in Harpswell with beach essentials earned about 2.5 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $76,800 against $31,200. The gap is smaller for sun loungers (about 2.3 times as much) and a sound system (about 2.2 times 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 Harpswell 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

  • Beach essentials +146% on 13% of listings
  • Sun loungers +133% on 6% of listings
  • Sound system +119% on 8% of listings
  • Boat slip +109% on 7% of listings
  • Free street parking +95% on 11% of listings
  • Kayak +95% on 16% of listings
  • Outdoor dining area +78% on 40% of listings
  • Pool table +72% on 5% of listings
  • Exercise equipment +69% on 5% of listings
  • Hammock +66% on 11% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Harpswell listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Beach essentials13%$76,800$31,200+146%
Sun loungers6%$80,400$34,500+133%
Sound system8%$74,900$34,200+119%
Boat slip7%$72,600$34,800+109%
Free street parking11%$65,600$33,700+95%
Kayak16%$63,100$32,400+95%
Outdoor dining area40%$50,400$28,400+78%
Pool table5%$61,700$36,000+72%
Exercise equipment5%$60,800$36,000+69%
Hammock11%$57,700$34,800+66%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Harpswell?

Harpswell draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: New York is the largest source, at about 8% of reviews. English is spoken by 66% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.

95% of Harpswell guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 95%
  • International 5%

Where Harpswell guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • New York 8%
  • Boston 7%
  • Portland 2%
  • Massachusetts 1%
  • Philadelphia 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Harpswell guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
New York8.2%
Boston6.6%
Portland1.6%
Massachusetts1.3%
Philadelphia1.2%

Where Harpswell guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 95%
  • United Kingdom 1%
  • Canada 1%
  • France 1%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Harpswell guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States95.4%
United Kingdom1.0%
Canada0.9%
France0.6%

Languages spoken by Harpswell guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 66%
  • Spanish 11%
  • French 8%
  • German 4%
  • Chinese 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Harpswell guests
Language Share of guests
English66.0%
Spanish10.7%
French8.5%
German3.6%
Chinese2.2%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Harpswell?

Harpswell Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 46% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.72, against 4.95 for check-in.

Check-in scores highest in Harpswell; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.87
  • Cleanliness 4.82
  • Communication 4.88
  • Location 4.93
  • Check-in 4.95
  • Value 4.72
Category scores in numbers
Harpswell guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.87
Cleanliness4.82
Communication4.88
Location4.93
Check-in4.95
Value4.72

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Harpswell: Stays, Rules and Fees

Nearly all Harpswell listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 4% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 40% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Harpswell listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 59%
  • 181-270 days 38%
  • 91-180 days 3%
  • 31-90 days <1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Harpswell listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days58.7%115
181-270 days37.8%74
91-180 days3.1%6
31-90 days0.5%1

Days a year Harpswell listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days <1%
  • 181-270 days 4%
  • 91-180 days 40%
  • 31-90 days 32%
  • 1-30 days 24%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Harpswell listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days0.5%1
181-270 days3.6%7
91-180 days39.8%78
31-90 days32.1%63
1-30 days24.0%47

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

The average Harpswell booking lasts 6.6 nights, longest in April and shortest in February. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year, some 2,710 in all. Nearly two-thirds 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 Harpswell

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Harpswell Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Only 24% of listings in Harpswell accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.

Minimum stay set by Harpswell listings

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

  • 1 Night 7% 13 listings
  • 2 Nights 18% 35 listings
  • 3 Nights 36% 70 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 31% 60 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 9% 18 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Harpswell?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Harpswell, used by 55% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 16% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Harpswell listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 8% 16 listings
  • Moderate 8% 15 listings
  • Limited 3% 6 listings
  • Firm 55% 107 listings
  • Strict 8% 16 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 1% 2 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days 17% 34 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Harpswell?

More than nine in ten Harpswell listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $300. Spread over the average stay of 6.6 nights, that adds roughly $45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$300
Average cleaning fee
$341
Listings charging a fee
92.9%
Share of gross revenue
12.9%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Harpswell

The top-grossing Airbnb in Harpswell, a three-bedroom home, took in $219,000 over the past year, about 5.9 times the city's average of $37,300.

Brand new year-round oceanfront home with beach. Brand new year-round oceanfront home with beach. Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$219,295
Occupancy
55.1%
Daily rate
$1,418
Stunning, Private 35 Acre Oceanfront Retreat Stunning, Private 35 Acre Oceanfront Retreat Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$206,541
Occupancy
69.8%
Daily rate
$1,953
Oceanfront Luxury Estate in Mid-Coast Maine Oceanfront Luxury Estate in Mid-Coast Maine Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$171,345
Occupancy
36.5%
Daily rate
$902
The Point The Point Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$138,502
Occupancy
63.6%
Daily rate
$818
Quaint & Peaceful Designer's Oceanfront Cottage Quaint & Peaceful Designer's Oceanfront Cottage Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Revenue
$136,574
Occupancy
72.9%
Daily rate
$452
Ocean front home / private dock /winter rent avail Ocean front home / private dock /winter rent avail Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$125,549
Occupancy
68.0%
Daily rate
$1,036

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Harpswell?

Your Island Connection is the top-grossing host in Harpswell, with $968,000 in bookings across 35 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 55% of its 196 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Cleo grossed $104,000 per listing, about 3.8 times Your Island Connection's $27,700.

Top Airbnb hosts in Harpswell by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Your Island Connection 35$968,409$27,6694.72/5
Sheri 23$859,753$37,3814.92/5
MaineStay Vacations 24$471,049$19,6274.84/5
4 Cleo 4$415,159$103,7904.81/5
5 Safe Harbour Property Manageme… 10$380,309$38,0314.96/5
6 Natasha 2$226,749$113,3755.00/5
7 Mark 2$221,015$110,5085.00/5
8 Kai 1$219,295$219,2955.00/5
9 Anna And Ryan 3$212,732$70,9114.92/5
10 Spencer 3$200,575$66,8584.95/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Harpswell?

Professional management companies run 45% of Harpswell listings. 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 83% of listings.

Superhosts
59.2%
Professional management
44.9%
Cohosted listings
21.4%
Instant Book enabled
35.2%
Simplified Pricing
83.2%

Nearby markets

Harpswell vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 26 km, Falmouth (23 km away, 66 listings) earned the most per listing, about 43% more than Harpswell. Brunswick, Bath and Portland were the busiest, each booked on 50% of nights against 45% in Harpswell.

Airbnb markets near Harpswell: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Phippsburg 12 km 91$39,026$43042%
Brunswick 14 km 101$33,531$26250%
Freeport 14 km 154$40,160$35740%
Yarmouth 16 km 41$41,000$42645%
Georgetown 19 km 48$42,978$35847%
Bath 20 km 54$37,381$30950%
Falmouth 23 km 66$53,442$47647%
Portland 26 km 878$51,193$38150%

Other Airbnb Markets in Maine

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Markets Similar to Harpswell

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FAQ

Harpswell Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Harpswell?

An active Harpswell Airbnb grossed $37,273 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 196 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,910 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Harpswell?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Harpswell listings earn between $2,190 and $6,910 in a typical month, and the top tenth $10,600 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 Harpswell?

Listings in Harpswell were booked on 45% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the Maine average. August is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Harpswell?

The average booked night in Harpswell cost $431 before fees. Half of listings charge between $260 and $470, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Harpswell?

None of the active Harpswell 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 Harpswell?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Harpswell Airbnb grossed $37,273 in the 12 months to September 2026, in line with the Maine average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $23,183 a year (about $1,930 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 $3,310 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Harpswell?

August usually pays best, averaging $10,900 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.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Harpswell?

Each night a Harpswell listing was open to book earned $216 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 $373 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Harpswell?

Harpswell stays were booked 99 days (about three and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Harpswell?

The average Harpswell Airbnb stay lasted 6.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Harpswell rated?

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

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Harpswell?

Harpswell Neck, Bailey Island and Cundy's Harbor draw the most short-term rental interest in Harpswell. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Harpswell?

AirROI counted 196 active Airbnb listings in Harpswell as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Phippsburg, 12 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Harpswell?

In Harpswell, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $300.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 196 active Airbnb listings in Harpswell 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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