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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Portland, ME Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Portland brought in $51,193 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 36% more than the Maine average of $37,768.
The short answer
Portland Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Portland run ahead of the Maine average at similar prices. Listings averaged $381 a night and were booked on 50% of available nights, against $375 and 43% for the Maine average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about four times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 878 active listings, Portland is the largest of 189 Maine markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 7%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Portland?
Gross bookings per Portland listing averaged $51,193 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 Portland listing brings in $10,100 in July, its best month, and $2,530 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: July leads August by 2%, and February sits just 3% below January, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 42% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 2.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $10,600+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $6,890 or more, roughly $2,500 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $4,390 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,660 or less, about 60% 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 four times what February does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $5,430 $10,800 $2,520
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.
Portland 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.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $7,140 | 60.2% | $393 | $238 | 72 days | 3.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $6,885 | 60.2% | $375 | $222 | 70 days | 3.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,688 | 41.5% | $344 | $123 | 47 days | 4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,555 | 38.7% | $340 | $115 | 38 days | 4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,656 | 34.0% | $330 | $86 | 29 days | 5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,550 | 38.0% | $325 | $91 | 27 days | 3.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,942 | 38.2% | $325 | $95 | 32 days | 5.1 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $3,522 | 40.0% | $334 | $117 | 49 days | 5.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $5,838 | 48.8% | $381 | $188 | 57 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $7,983 | 60.7% | $431 | $266 | 66 days | 4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $10,815 | 64.3% | $475 | $349 | 81 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $10,260 | 69.6% | $473 | $331 | 81 days | 3.3 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 Portland listing earns about $4,390 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 Portland Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Portland Airbnb took in $51,193 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $2,830 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 $4,480 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,440 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $3,200 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $2,440 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.
Portland Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $46,753 | $73,340 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Portland bookings | $4,440 | $6,960 |
| Gross bookings | $51,193 | $80,300 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 83% of Portland listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$6,860 | −$10,770 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$4,440 | −$6,960 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$2,560 | −$4,020 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$1,020 | −$1,610 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$1,540 | −$2,410 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$510 | −$510 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$260 | −$260 |
| 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 | −$17,190 | −$26,540 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $34,003about $2,830 a month | $53,760about $4,480 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Portland Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Portland'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 Portland 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 Portland's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Portland listings are booked on 69% or more of their nights, against 50% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $280 adds about $2,810 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $425 a night or more, against a median of $280. 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 $4,680 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $10,100, against $2,530 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Portland listings average 4.87 stars, and 63% 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 $6,690 a month, against $4,270 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Portland?
Portland listings were booked on 50% of the nights they were open over the past year, 7 percentage points above the Maine average (43%) and 9 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 35% in January to 69% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 83%+ of open nights, 33 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 69% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 50% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 30% or less, under three nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Portland, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 50% 70% 34%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Portland?
The average nightly rate in Portland, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $381 over the past year, about the same as the Maine average ($375) and about 19% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $450 and bottom out in January and February at about $310.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $655+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $425 or more, about $150 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $280 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $190 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July rates run 45% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $358 $475 $291
The 12-month ADR of $381 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 Portland?
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 Portland it averaged $196 over the past year, from about $84 in a typical January to about $327 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $353+ per open night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $239 or more, about $80 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $160 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $103 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
July RevPAR is about 3.9 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $178 $349 $83
The 12-month RevPAR of $196 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 Portland
Portland has one high season, June through October, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to April. A listing earns about 3.2 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Portland
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $5,430 $10,100 $2,530
Revenue by month in Portland in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,610 |
| February | Low season | $2,530 |
| March | Low season | $3,130 |
| April | Low season | $3,530 |
| May | Shoulder season | $5,440 |
| June | High season | $7,450 |
| July | High season | $10,100 |
| August | High season | $9,940 |
| September | High season | $6,770 |
| October | High season | $6,460 |
| November | Low season | $3,670 |
| December | Low season | $3,470 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–October | $8,150 | 63% | $405 |
| Shoulder seasonMay | $5,440 | 48% | $368 |
| Low seasonNovember–April | $3,160 | 40% | $317 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Portland?
Guests book Portland stays 60 days ahead on average (about nine weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 82 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 27 days. A typical August booking is made in late May.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 53 days 84 days 25 days
The 12-month figure of 60 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 Portland
39% of the 878 active listings in Portland display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
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 Portland.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Portland
AirROI's area guide picks six Portland neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Old Port, Munjoy Hill and West End. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Old Port | Historic waterfront district known for its cobblestone streets, boutiques, and seafood restaurants. A prime destination for tourists seeking charm and culinary experiences. | Commercial Street, Portland Head Light, Bayside Bowl, foredeck, Old Port Marketplace |
| Munjoy Hill | Residential neighborhood with stunning views of Casco Bay and the city skyline. Popular for its local vibe, parks, and proximity to the waterfront. | East End Beach, Fort Allen Park, Casco Bay, local cafes, walking trails |
| West End | Charming residential area with Victorian homes and an artistic community. Known for its peaceful streets and proximity to downtown Portland. | Victoria Mansion, Portland Museum of Art, Maine College of Art, local galleries, historic architecture |
| Deering Oaks | A large public park surrounded by a vibrant community. Great for families and pet owners, and hosts the Portland Farmers' Market. | Deering Oaks Park, Portland Farmers' Market, local eateries, walking paths, historical sites |
| East Bayside | Up-and-coming area known for craft breweries and an emerging food scene. Attracts younger crowds and those looking for a more laid-back vibe. | Brewery Ommegang, Crystal Springs, local food trucks, art spaces, Bayside Bowl |
| Jewel Island | A small island getaway with natural beauty and limited development. Appeals to those looking for a unique, tranquil escape. | Island hiking trails, ocean views, birdwatching, camping, coastal scenery |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Portland Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 89% of listings in Portland, ahead of private rooms at 9%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 66%, about three times the share of houses (22%).
Listings by room type
Portland Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 89%
- Private room 9%
- Hotel room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 88.7% | 779 |
| Private room | 9.1% | 80 |
| Hotel room | 2.2% | 19 |
Listings by property type
Portland Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 66%
- House 22%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
- Others 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 66.4% | 583 |
| House | 22.3% | 196 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.9% | 61 |
| Others | 3.1% | 27 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.7% | 6 |
| Unique stay | 0.6% | 5 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Portland Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Portland (34% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (31%). Shares are of the 769 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Portland entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
7%
34%
31%
18%
6%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 6.9% | 53 |
| 1 bedroom | 33.9% | 261 |
| 2 bedrooms | 30.9% | 238 |
| 3 bedrooms | 17.7% | 136 |
| 4 bedrooms | 6.4% | 49 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.2% | 32 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Portland
A typical studio in Portland earned $32,500 over the past year, against $133,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 53 | $32,500 | $30,800 | $191 | 53% |
| 1 bedroom | 261 | $34,000 | $35,300 | $246 | 51% |
| 2 bedrooms | 238 | $46,500 | $50,700 | $340 | 51% |
| 3 bedrooms | 136 | $66,700 | $67,500 | $538 | 49% |
| 4 bedrooms | 49 | $81,700 | $98,700 | $728 | 48% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 32 | $133,000 | $155,000 | $1,473 | 42% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Portland Sleep?
Most Portland listings are sized for couples and small families: 64% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 15% take eight or more.
Portland listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
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29%
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13%
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Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.4% | 3 |
| 2 guests | 28.8% | 241 |
| 3 guests | 7.1% | 59 |
| 4 guests | 27.3% | 228 |
| 5 guests | 5.5% | 46 |
| 6 guests | 13.3% | 111 |
| 7 guests | 2.5% | 21 |
| 8+ guests | 15.2% | 127 |
How Portland Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Portland hosts set up an average of 2.5 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About three in ten listings (31%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 11
- Beds per listing
- 2.5
- Show exact location
- 31%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Portland Offer?
Free on-site parking is common in Portland: 61% of listings offer it, and 55% have a dedicated workspace.
Share of Portland listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Portland
Listings in Portland with sun loungers earned about 80% more a year, on average, than those without: $89,300 against $50,100. The gap is smaller for an elevator (about 70% more) and a patio or balcony (about 55% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Portland 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
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun loungers | 3% | $89,300 | $50,100 | +78% |
| Elevator | 4% | $84,700 | $49,800 | +70% |
| Patio or balcony | 41% | $64,600 | $41,900 | +54% |
| Sound system | 9% | $69,000 | $49,500 | +40% |
| Free parking on premises | 61% | $56,800 | $42,500 | +34% |
| Waterfront | 7% | $66,700 | $50,000 | +34% |
| Outdoor furniture | 37% | $60,300 | $45,800 | +32% |
| Hot tub | 3% | $65,600 | $50,800 | +29% |
| Keypad | 45% | $57,800 | $45,700 | +26% |
| Dedicated workspace | 55% | $56,300 | $44,900 | +25% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Portland?
Portland 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 outside Portland, at about 7% of reviews. English is spoken by 69% of guests, and Spanish by 11%.
95% of Portland guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 95%
- International 5%
Where Portland guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| New York | 6.8% |
| Boston | 5.2% |
| Washington | 2.0% |
| Chicago | 1.6% |
| Portland | 1.4% |
Where Portland guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 95.3% |
| United Kingdom | 1.5% |
| Canada | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Portland guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 69.1% |
| Spanish | 11.5% |
| French | 6.6% |
| German | 2.3% |
| Chinese | 1.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Portland?
Portland Airbnbs average 4.87 stars, and 63% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.74, against 4.95 for check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 197 reviews each on average.
Check-in scores highest in Portland; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.88 |
| Communication | 4.94 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.95 |
| Value | 4.74 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Portland: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than seven in ten Portland listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 29% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 38% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Portland listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 34%
- 181-270 days 38%
- 91-180 days 22%
- 31-90 days 6%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 34.3% | 301 |
| 181-270 days | 37.8% | 332 |
| 91-180 days | 22.2% | 195 |
| 31-90 days | 5.6% | 49 |
| 1-30 days | 0.1% | 1 |
Days a year Portland listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 7%
- 181-270 days 22%
- 91-180 days 38%
- 31-90 days 24%
- 1-30 days 10%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 6.6% | 58 |
| 181-270 days | 22.4% | 197 |
| 91-180 days | 37.7% | 331 |
| 31-90 days | 23.7% | 208 |
| 1-30 days | 9.6% | 84 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Portland?
The average Portland booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in April and shortest in October. Listings took about 34 bookings each over the year, some 29,900 in all. 55% 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 Portland
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4.2 nights 5.3 nights 3.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Portland Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About three-quarters of listings in Portland accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Portland listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Portland?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Portland, 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: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 39% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Portland listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Portland?
About nine in ten Portland listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $114, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $231, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4.7 nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $114
- Average cleaning fee
- $231
- Listings charging a fee
- 89.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 8.7%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Portland
The top-grossing Airbnb in Portland, a four-bedroom home, took in $476,000 over the past year, about 9.3 times the city's average of $51,200. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.
Old Port Loft -400 Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95 
Private house! 7 Min to OldPort! Walk to Ocean! Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- $420,633
- Occupancy
- 74.6%
- Daily rate
- $1,460
10 Bed! 8 Bedrm! Enormous! Walk to bars! Parking! Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- $385,643
- Occupancy
- 77.7%
- Daily rate
- $1,304
Historic 1849 Sea Cpt. Mansion; Weddings, Groups Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $350,283
- Occupancy
- 48.3%
- Daily rate
- $2,040
FABULOUS! Working waterfront views. 94 walk score. Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- $319,779
- Occupancy
- 67.6%
- Daily rate
- $1,134
Downtown Portland 8 BEDS 2 BATHS! 2 Free parking! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- $318,172
- Occupancy
- 62.1%
- Daily rate
- $1,125
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Portland?
Katrina is the top-grossing host in Portland, with $1.57 million in bookings across 24 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 12% of the market's 878 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Michael grossed $316,000 per listing, about 4.8 times Katrina's $65,500.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katrina | 24 | $1,571,097 | $65,462 | 4.92/5 | |
| East Coast Retreat | 8 | $1,311,363 | $163,920 | 4.99/5 | |
| Michael | 4 | $1,262,195 | $315,549 | 4.91/5 | |
| 4 | Rise & Shine Retreats | 17 | $1,002,888 | $58,993 | 4.87/5 |
| 5 | Scott | 4 | $830,226 | $207,557 | 4.97/5 |
| 6 | Old Port Lofts | 3 | $803,911 | $267,970 | 4.94/5 |
| 7 | The Docents Collection | 17 | $799,193 | $47,011 | 4.92/5 |
| 8 | David | 11 | $768,612 | $69,874 | 4.80/5 |
| 9 | Sokreth | 7 | $650,033 | $92,862 | 4.95/5 |
| 10 | Jennifer | 9 | $624,346 | $69,372 | 4.95/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Portland?
Only 7% of Portland listings are classed as professionally managed, though 38% of listings have a co-host. 72% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 83% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 71.9%
- Professional management
- 6.6%
- Cohosted listings
- 38.4%
- Instant Book enabled
- 32.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 83.3%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Portland
4 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Portland, and companies run 8% of its 878 active listings. Rise & Shine Retreats is the largest, with 17 listings and an average guest rating of 4.91; the next largest are The Docents Collection, Maine Oyster Company and First Chair Destinations. Among the four largest, The Docents Collection's homes rate highest, at 4.92.
The four largest run 5% of Portland's listings
Share of Portland's 878 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Rise & Shine Retreats 2% · 17
- The Docents Collection 2% · 17
- Maine Oyster Company 1% · 9
- First Chair Destinations <1% · 5
- All other listings 95%
Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.
See the largest management companies in Maine, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Portland vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Portland earns about as much per listing as Falmouth, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 21 km.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland 3 km | 114 | $33,104 | $270 | 47% |
| Falmouth 8 km | 66 | $53,442 | $476 | 47% |
| Westbrook 8 km | 50 | $31,812 | $279 | 44% |
| Cape Elizabeth 8 km | 40 | $43,700 | $403 | 50% |
| Scarborough 13 km | 157 | $41,874 | $432 | 47% |
| Yarmouth 16 km | 41 | $41,000 | $426 | 45% |
| Old Orchard Beach 19 km | 629 | $36,455 | $359 | 47% |
| Windham 21 km | 84 | $41,058 | $349 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Maine
- Bar Harbor Airbnb data 550 listings
- Wells Airbnb data 453 listings
- York Airbnb data 424 listings
- Bethel Airbnb data 340 listings
- Rangeley Airbnb data 329 listings
- Newry Airbnb data 284 listings
- Southwest Harbor Airbnb data 271 listings
- Ellsworth Airbnb data 269 listings
See all 189 Maine Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Portland
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Portland:
- San Diego Airbnb data CA · $389/night · 50.6%
- Driggs Airbnb data ID · $366/night · 49.2%
- Three Rivers Airbnb data CA · $388/night · 48.6%
- Tetonia Airbnb data ID · $381/night · 47.7%
- Seminole Airbnb data FL · $354/night · 49.3%
- Oceanside Airbnb data CA · $413/night · 49.5%
FAQ
Portland Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Portland?
An active Portland Airbnb grossed $51,193 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 878 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $6,890 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Portland?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Portland listings earn between $2,660 and $6,890 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 Portland?
Listings in Portland were booked on 50% 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 Portland?
The average booked night in Portland cost $381 before fees. Half of listings charge between $190 and $425, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Portland?
In Portland, 39% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Portland?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Portland Airbnb grossed $51,193 in the 12 months to September 2026, 36% above the Maine average of $37,768. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $34,003 a year (about $2,830 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 $4,480 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Portland?
July usually pays best, averaging $10,100 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 Portland?
Each night a Portland listing was open to book earned $196 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 $353 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Portland?
Portland stays were booked 60 days (about nine 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 Portland?
The average Portland Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 34 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Portland rated?
Guests rate Portland Airbnbs 4.87 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Portland?
Old Port, Munjoy Hill and West End draw the most short-term rental interest in Portland. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Portland?
AirROI counted 878 active Airbnb listings in Portland as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is South Portland, 3 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Portland?
In Portland, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $114, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $231, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 878 active Airbnb listings in Portland 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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