DC Whitney Mansion + Carriage House Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $440,988
- Occupancy
- 40.2%
- Daily rate
- $2,806
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Detroit, MI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Detroit brought in $20,598 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 40% less than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Detroit Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Michigan average. Listings averaged $201 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $325 and 40% for the Michigan average.
August, usually the best month, brings in about 85% more per listing than January, usually the slowest.
With 1,236 active listings, Detroit is the largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 5% while the number of active listings grew 31%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Detroit?
Gross bookings per Detroit listing averaged $20,598 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Michigan average: $34,144), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Detroit listing brings in $3,050 in August, its best month, and $1,650 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: August leads July by 1%, and January sits just 4% below February, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $5,300+ a month, about 2.6 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,420 or more, roughly $1,400 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $2,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $955 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 1.8 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $2,440 $3,290 $1,540
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.
Detroit 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.
May 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in August 2026. Across the past two years, August is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,449 | 40.2% | $185 | $82 | 35 days | 4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,880 | 44.2% | $192 | $93 | 41 days | 3.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,552 | 39.0% | $189 | $85 | 36 days | 3.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,377 | 38.2% | $187 | $77 | 26 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,702 | 31.6% | $179 | $55 | 22 days | 4.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,881 | 35.3% | $178 | $67 | 26 days | 3.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,427 | 39.8% | $182 | $78 | 32 days | 3.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,208 | 36.6% | $183 | $74 | 31 days | 3.9 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,288 | 44.0% | $217 | $106 | 56 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,023 | 45.0% | $209 | $101 | 36 days | 4.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,233 | 41.7% | $212 | $104 | 44 days | 4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,219 | 45.4% | $212 | $104 | 46 days | 3.6 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 Detroit listing earns about $2,000 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb estimator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Detroit Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Detroit Airbnb took in $20,598 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,080 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 $1,870 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,630 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,300 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $930 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.
Detroit Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $17,968 | $30,670 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Detroit bookings | $2,630 | $4,490 |
| Gross bookings | $20,598 | $35,160 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 77% of Detroit listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,610 | −$4,450 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,630 | −$4,490 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,030 | −$1,760 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$410 | −$700 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$620 | −$1,050 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$210 | −$210 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required: see Detroit's Airbnb rules | −$100 | −$100 |
| 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 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$7,610 | −$12,760 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $12,988about $1,080 a month | $22,400about $1,870 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Detroit Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Detroit'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 Detroit 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 Detroit's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Detroit listings are booked on 58% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $160 adds about $1,600 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $230 a night or more, against a median of $160. 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 $1,800 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about $3,050, against $1,650 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Detroit listings average 4.69 stars, and 25% 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 $2,930 a month, against $1,720 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Detroit?
Detroit listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Michigan average (40%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 47% in October and falls to 33% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 75%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 58% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 19% or less, under two nights a week.
October is usually the busiest month in Detroit, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 41% 50% 32%
The 12-month rate of 37% 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 Detroit?
The average nightly rate in Detroit, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $201 over the past year, about 38% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in May and August at about $200 and bottom out in February and September at about $170.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $340+ a night, about 2.1 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $230 or more, about $70 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $160 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $105 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
May rates run 19% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $182 $217 $153
The 12-month ADR of $201 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 Detroit?
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 Detroit it averaged $74 over the past year, from about $53 in a typical January to about $98 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $145+ per open night, about 2.4 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $96 or more, about $35 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $59 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $31 or less, about half of the median.
August RevPAR is about 1.8 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $80 $106 $51
The 12-month RevPAR of $74 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 Detroit
Detroit has two high seasons, May–August and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest in January and February and slows again in April. A listing earns about 59% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Detroit
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $2,440 $3,050 $1,650
Revenue by month in Detroit in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,650 |
| February | Low season | $1,710 |
| March | Shoulder season | $2,250 |
| April | Low season | $2,070 |
| May | High season | $2,970 |
| June | High season | $2,830 |
| July | High season | $3,040 |
| August | High season | $3,050 |
| September | Shoulder season | $2,390 |
| October | High season | $2,680 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,320 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,260 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August, October | $2,920 | 45% | $194 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, September, November–December | $2,310 | 42% | $173 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April | $1,810 | 36% | $173 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Detroit?
Guests book Detroit stays 35 days ahead on average (about five weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 53 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical May booking is made in late March.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 33 days 56 days 15 days
The 12-month figure of 35 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 Detroit
On paper, no: Detroit's zoning code prohibits paid overnight guests in homes and the city issues no Airbnb permit. In practice, news reports say the ban has not been enforced against hosts, and a draft ordinance to regulate them has not been adopted; hosting without a license still risks a zoning fine. A bed and breakfast inn outside the R1 and R2 districts is the licensed route.
None of the 1,236 active listings in Detroit 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.
The permit, operating limits and taxes on a stay are set out in the Detroit Airbnb regulations, each rule linked to its official source and checked October 2026.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Detroit
AirROI's area guide picks seven Detroit neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Detroit, Midtown Detroit and Corktown. 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 Detroit | vibrant urban center with an array of attractions, restaurants, and entertainment options. Ideal for guests looking to explore the city's nightlife and cultural sites. | Detroit Riverwalk, Detroit Institute of Arts, Greektown, Little Caesars Arena, The Fox Theatre |
| Midtown Detroit | cultural hotspot filled with museums, music venues, and art galleries. Popular with visitors for its artsy vibe and proximity to major attractions. | Detroit Historical Museum, Wayne State University, Detroit Science Center, Motown Museum, The Fillmore |
| Corktown | historic neighborhood known for its charming architecture and proximity to the city center. Attracts those looking for a unique cultural experience with local eateries and bars. | Michigan Central Station, Corktown’s restaurants, Corktown Theatre, Trumbull & Porter Hotel, The Detroit Sound Conservancy |
| Greektown | renowned for its rich Greek heritage and vibrant casino scene. Great for guests looking to experience nightlife and delicious cuisine. | Greektown Casino, Greek Town Park, The Old St. Andrew's Church, Restaurants and cafes, Detroit Historic district |
| Riverside | peaceful waterfront area offering scenic views and recreational activities. Ideal for families and guests seeking a quieter stay while still being close to the city. | Detroit River, Waterfront parks, Marinas, Bishop Park, Public sculpture installations |
| West Village | quaint neighborhood with beautiful historic homes, local shops, and cozy cafes. A perfect area for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while still enjoying the city. | Edison Street, West Village shops, The Village Kitchen, Café 555, Riverview, Belle Isle Park |
| Belle Isle | an island park located in the Detroit River, offering outdoor recreation and nature. A favorite for families and nature lovers seeking quiet retreats. | Belle Isle Park, Detroit Zoo, Scott Fountain, The Belle Isle Aquarium, Nature trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Detroit Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 83% of listings in Detroit, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in six (16%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 51%, ahead of apartments and condos (44%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Detroit Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 83%
- Private room 16%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 83.2% | 1,028 |
| Private room | 16.4% | 203 |
| Shared room | 0.4% | 5 |
Listings by property type
Detroit Airbnb listings by property type
- House 51%
- Apartment/Condo 44%
- Others 3%
- Hotel/Boutique 2%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.2% | 633 |
| Apartment/Condo | 44.0% | 544 |
| Others | 2.7% | 33 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.7% | 21 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.4% | 5 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Detroit Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Detroit (30% of entire homes), and 42% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 987 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Detroit entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
3%
30%
26%
24%
9%
8%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3.0% | 30 |
| 1 bedroom | 29.7% | 293 |
| 2 bedrooms | 25.5% | 252 |
| 3 bedrooms | 23.9% | 236 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.4% | 93 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 8.4% | 83 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Detroit
A typical studio in Detroit earned $17,100 over the past year, against $42,800 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 30 | $17,100 | $17,000 | $140 | 45% |
| 1 bedroom | 293 | $18,700 | $21,300 | $157 | 44% |
| 2 bedrooms | 252 | $14,100 | $19,500 | $190 | 37% |
| 3 bedrooms | 236 | $15,400 | $21,300 | $236 | 33% |
| 4 bedrooms | 93 | $24,000 | $30,800 | $289 | 38% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 83 | $42,800 | $51,200 | $533 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Detroit Sleep?
The most common capacity in Detroit is eight or more guests (25% of listings), and 45% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 1,060 listings with a guest capacity on file (85% of the market).
Detroit listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
18%
7%
24%
6%
17%
3%
25%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.6% | 6 |
| 2 guests | 17.7% | 187 |
| 3 guests | 7.3% | 77 |
| 4 guests | 23.7% | 250 |
| 5 guests | 5.6% | 59 |
| 6 guests | 17.0% | 180 |
| 7 guests | 3.4% | 36 |
| 8+ guests | 24.7% | 261 |
How Detroit Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Detroit hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About two in ten listings (21%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 21%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Detroit Offer?
Detroit listings compete on the household basics: the ten most common amenities are staples led by wifi, a smoke alarm and heating, with no pool, hot tub or free on-site parking among them.
Share of Detroit listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Detroit
Listings in Detroit with a hot tub earned about 2.3 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $46,500 against $20,000. The gap is smaller for sun loungers (about twice as much) and arcade games (about twice as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Detroit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 2% | $46,500 | $20,000 | +133% |
| Sun loungers | 1% | $41,700 | $20,400 | +105% |
| Arcade games | 3% | $40,600 | $20,000 | +103% |
| Movie theater | 0.9% | $40,900 | $20,400 | +100% |
| Piano | 2% | $40,100 | $20,200 | +99% |
| Garden view | 2% | $36,900 | $20,300 | +82% |
| Smart lock | 25% | $30,700 | $17,100 | +79% |
| Record player | 4% | $34,900 | $19,900 | +75% |
| Theme room | 3% | $34,800 | $20,200 | +73% |
| Paid parking off premises | 10% | $32,900 | $19,300 | +70% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Detroit?
Detroit draws mostly domestic guests: 91% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source outside Detroit, at about 4% of reviews. Of the 9% from abroad, most come from Canada and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 70% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
91% of Detroit guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 91%
- International 9%
Where Detroit guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Detroit | 5.1% |
| Chicago | 3.7% |
| New York | 3.2% |
| Grand Rapids | 2.9% |
| Columbus | 2.0% |
Where Detroit guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 91.4% |
| Canada | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | 0.5% |
| France | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Detroit guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 70.1% |
| Spanish | 11.8% |
| French | 4.8% |
| German | 2.6% |
| Italian | 1.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Detroit?
Detroit Airbnbs average 4.69 stars, and 25% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.61, against 4.82 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 88 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Detroit; location 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 | 4.74 |
| Cleanliness | 4.69 |
| Communication | 4.82 |
| Location | 4.61 |
| Check-in | 4.79 |
| Value | 4.64 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Detroit: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than eight in ten Detroit 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 31 to 90 days a year, covering 30% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Detroit listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 55%
- 181-270 days 28%
- 91-180 days 15%
- 31-90 days 2%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 54.9% | 678 |
| 181-270 days | 28.0% | 346 |
| 91-180 days | 15.4% | 190 |
| 31-90 days | 1.8% | 22 |
Days a year Detroit listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 16%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 30%
- 1-30 days 23%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.9% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 15.9% | 196 |
| 91-180 days | 28.6% | 354 |
| 31-90 days | 30.4% | 376 |
| 1-30 days | 23.2% | 287 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Detroit?
Bookings in Detroit average 3.6 to 4.5 nights depending on the month, longest in June and shortest in November. Listings took about 22 bookings each over the year, some 27,400 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Detroit
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.9 nights 4.5 nights 3.6 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Detroit Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
About eight in ten listings in Detroit accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Detroit 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 Detroit?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Detroit, used by 31% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 55% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 39% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Detroit listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Detroit?
Nearly nine in ten Detroit listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $100, and some higher fees lift the average to $141. Spread over the average stay of about four nights, that adds roughly $25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $100
- Average cleaning fee
- $141
- Listings charging a fee
- 86.9%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.8%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Detroit
The top-grossing Airbnb in Detroit, an eight-bedroom home, took in $441,000 over the past year, about 21 times the city's average of $20,600. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has three bedrooms.
DC Whitney Mansion + Carriage House Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 5.00 David C. Whitney Mansion in Brush Park Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $212,621
- Occupancy
- 29.0%
- Daily rate
- $2,027
Oasis Collection: Entire Triplex Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $161,244
- Occupancy
- 62.2%
- Daily rate
- $682
Complete Remodel. Historic & modern. Park in drive Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $149,117
- Occupancy
- 54.4%
- Daily rate
- $785
Centrally located 5BR- Hot Tub & Game Room Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- $132,132
- Occupancy
- 67.0%
- Daily rate
- $511
Come stay and play, the Motown way! 7BDR Entire home · 7 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $131,118
- Occupancy
- 30.3%
- Daily rate
- $1,178
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Detroit?
The Great Stays Team is the top-grossing host in Detroit, with $850,000 in bookings across 19 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 9% of the market's 1,236 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Jeffrey grossed $243,000 per listing, about 5.4 times The Great Stays Team's $44,700.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Stays Team | 19 | $850,129 | $44,744 | 4.81/5 | |
| Crystal | 14 | $836,173 | $59,727 | 4.85/5 | |
| Jeffrey | 3 | $728,512 | $242,837 | 4.98/5 | |
| 4 | Jason | 9 | $490,226 | $54,470 | 4.54/5 |
| 5 | Morgan | 12 | $385,536 | $32,128 | 4.83/5 |
| 6 | David | 6 | $369,338 | $61,556 | 4.92/5 |
| 7 | Great | 13 | $337,091 | $25,930 | 4.84/5 |
| 8 | Obia | 11 | $293,298 | $26,663 | 4.66/5 |
| 9 | Monty Ash | 19 | $288,537 | $15,186 | 4.08/5 |
| 10 | Kevin | 5 | $284,386 | $56,877 | 4.95/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Detroit?
Only 8% of Detroit listings are classed as professionally managed, though 39% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 46% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 21% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 77% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 46.0%
- Professional management
- 8.3%
- Cohosted listings
- 38.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 21.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 77.3%
Nearby markets
Detroit vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 14 km, Grosse Pointe Park (12 km away, 35 listings) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Detroit. Hazel Park was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 37% in Detroit.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamtramck 4 km | 65 | $11,124 | $115 | 36% |
| Windsor Canada · 10 km | 589 | $10,085 | $105 | 38% |
| Hazel Park 10 km | 51 | $15,396 | $126 | 47% |
| Ferndale 11 km | 115 | $21,520 | $176 | 44% |
| Grosse Pointe Park 12 km | 35 | $41,101 | $298 | 42% |
| Dearborn 14 km | 81 | $16,448 | $183 | 43% |
| Oak Park 14 km | 38 | $17,729 | $199 | 38% |
| Warren 14 km | 45 | $11,318 | $130 | 37% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Michigan
- Traverse City Airbnb data 794 listings
- Ann Arbor Airbnb data 562 listings
- South Haven Airbnb data 559 listings
- Grand Rapids Airbnb data 400 listings
- Lansing Airbnb data 295 listings
- Saugatuck Airbnb data 294 listings
- Royal Oak Airbnb data 273 listings
- Chikaming Township Airbnb data 266 listings
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Markets Similar to Detroit
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Detroit:
- College Park Airbnb data GA · $201/night · 36.8%
- Murphy Airbnb data NC · $204/night · 36.9%
- East Orange Airbnb data NJ · $202/night · 37.5%
- Ruskin Airbnb data FL · $199/night · 37.3%
- Robbinsville Airbnb data NC · $206/night · 36.6%
- Lake Wales Airbnb data FL · $204/night · 37.3%
FAQ
Detroit Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Detroit?
An active Detroit Airbnb grossed $20,598 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 1,236 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,420 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Detroit?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Detroit listings earn between $955 and $3,420 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,300 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 Detroit?
Listings in Detroit were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. October is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Detroit?
The average booked night in Detroit cost $201 before fees. Half of listings charge between $105 and $230, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Detroit?
On paper, not as a standard Airbnb: Detroit's zoning code prohibits paid overnight guests in a dwelling and the city issues no short-term rental permit, but news reports say the ban has not been enforced against hosts, and a draft ordinance to regulate them has not been adopted. The Detroit Airbnb regulations set out the permit, its cost, the taxes on a stay and the operating limits, each linked to its official source.
Is Airbnb profitable in Detroit?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Detroit Airbnb grossed $20,598 in the 12 months to September 2026, 40% below the Michigan average of $34,144. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $12,988 a year (about $1,080 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 $1,870 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Detroit?
August usually pays best, averaging $3,050 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Detroit?
Each night a Detroit listing was open to book earned $74 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 $145 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Detroit?
Detroit stays were booked 35 days (about five 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 Detroit?
The average Detroit Airbnb stay lasts about four nights. A listing took 22 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Detroit rated?
Guests rate Detroit Airbnbs 4.69 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Detroit?
Downtown Detroit, Midtown Detroit and Corktown draw the most short-term rental interest in Detroit. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Detroit?
AirROI counted 1,236 active Airbnb listings in Detroit as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Hamtramck, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Detroit?
In Detroit, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $100, and some higher fees lift the average to $141.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 1,236 active Airbnb listings in Detroit 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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