Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Ferndale, MI Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
115
Avg. booking lead time
32 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Ferndale Airbnb Market at a Glance

Ferndale is cheaper but busier than the Michigan average. Listings averaged $176 a night and were booked on 44% of available nights, against $325 and 40% for the Michigan average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.1 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.

With 115 active listings, Ferndale is the 33rd-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 12%.

Map of Airbnb listings in Ferndale Browse the live Ferndale Airbnb market See Every Ferndale Listing

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Ferndale?

Gross bookings per Ferndale listing averaged $21,520 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 Ferndale listing brings in $3,560 in July, its best month, and $1,690 in February, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 $4,630+ a month, about twice the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,400 or more, roughly $1,100 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,280 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,340 or less, about 58% 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 2.1 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.

Ferndale 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Ferndale, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
MonthAvg. RevenueOccupancyAvg. Nightly RateRevPARBooking Lead TimeAvg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$2,55450.7%$166$8535 days7.2 nights
Oct 2025$2,62749.3%$167$8532 days5.9 nights
Nov 2025$2,28145.5%$165$7631 days4.9 nights
Dec 2025$2,50048.1%$168$8124 days5.9 nights
Jan 2026$1,87237.3%$160$6017 days4.5 nights
Feb 2026$1,69336.3%$161$6018 days5.4 nights
Mar 2026$2,10342.3%$160$6823 days6.2 nights
Apr 2026$2,11145.0%$163$7027 days4.9 nights
May 2026$2,95651.6%$189$9545 days4.9 nights
Jun 2026$2,76849.4%$188$9232 days7.8 nights
Jul 2026$4,00559.0%$195$12940 days6.7 nights
Aug 2026$3,53254.3%$195$11444 days6.1 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 Ferndale listing earns about $2,280 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 Ferndale Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ferndale Airbnb took in $21,520 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,110 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 $1,680 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,700 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,340 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $960 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.

Ferndale 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 Ferndale Airbnb
LineAverage listingTop-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$18,820$28,040
Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Ferndale bookings$2,700$4,030
Gross bookings$21,520$32,070
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Ferndale listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$2,960−$4,410
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$2,700−$4,030
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,080−$1,600
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$430−$640
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$650−$960
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$220−$220
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$110−$110
Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings$0$0
Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free$0$0
Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on$0$0
Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee−$8,150−$11,970
Left for housing costs, then profit$13,370about $1,110 a month$20,100about $1,680 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo feesDepend on the home

Estimate Your Own Ferndale Airbnb Profit

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

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Ferndale listings are booked on 67% or more of their nights, against 46% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $155 adds about $1,530 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $205 a night or more, against a median of $155. 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 $1,880 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $3,560, against $1,690 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Ferndale listings average 4.83 stars, and 44% 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 $2,670 a month, against $1,790 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Ferndale?

Ferndale listings were booked on 44% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points above the Michigan average (40%) and 3 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 58% in October and falls to 40% in January.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 84%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 67% or more, roughly five nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 46% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 26% or less, under two nights a week.

October is usually the busiest month in Ferndale, January the quietest

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

The 12-month rate of 44% 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 Ferndale?

The average nightly rate in Ferndale, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $176 over the past year, about 46% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $185 and bottom out in October and November at about $145.

The top 10% charge about 2.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $270+ a night, about 1.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $205 or more, about $50 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $155 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $115 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

July rates run 26% above November's

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

The 12-month ADR of $176 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 Ferndale?

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 Ferndale it averaged $80 over the past year, from about $58 in a typical January to about $115 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $125+ per open night, about 1.7 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $104 or more, about $35 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $71 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $49 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July RevPAR is about twice January's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Ferndale

Ferndale has one high season, May through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April and slows again in November. A listing earns about 63% more a month in June through August than in December through February.

Average revenue by month in Ferndale

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

Revenue by month in Ferndale in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Ferndale, by calendar month
MonthSeasonRevenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$1,810
FebruaryLow season$1,690
MarchLow season$1,950
AprilLow season$1,970
MayHigh season$2,710
JuneHigh season$2,880
JulyHigh season$3,560
AugustHigh season$3,180
SeptemberHigh season$2,460
OctoberHigh season$2,650
NovemberLow season$2,200
DecemberShoulder season$2,390
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Ferndale by season
SeasonRevenue per monthOccupancyNightly rate
High seasonMay–October$2,91055%$169
Shoulder seasonDecember$2,39049%$153
Low seasonJanuary–April, November$1,93044%$151

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Ferndale?

Guests book Ferndale stays 32 days ahead on average (about five weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 44 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 15 days. A typical August booking is made in early July.

August 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 32 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 Ferndale

None of the 115 active listings in Ferndale 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 Ferndale.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ferndale

AirROI's area guide picks eight Ferndale neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Ferndale, Ferndale Arts District and Eight Mile. 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 Ferndale
AreaWho it suitsLandmarks nearby
Downtown FerndaleVibrant area with a mix of trendy shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Attracts young professionals and visitors due to its lively atmosphere and community events.Ferndale Public Library, The Magic Bag, Old National Bank, Woodward Avenue, Ferndale Art and About
Ferndale Arts DistrictKnown for its artistic community and cultural events, this area is perfect for those seeking a unique experience with galleries and creative spaces.Funky Ferndale Art Gallery, DIY Street Fair, Stagecrafters Theatre, The Rust Belt Market, Local Art Festivals
Eight MileA diverse community with a mix of cultural influences, this area offers various dining options and local shops that appeal to visitors looking for authenticity.Duggan's Irish Pub, Noni's, Rosenberg's Bagels, The Magic Bag, M-Brew
Woodward AvenueMajor thoroughfare with easy access to Detroit and surrounding areas, making it ideal for both short-term renters and commuters.The Detroit Zoo, Shinola, American Girl Store, Places of Worship, Baker's Keyboard Lounge
BerkeleyAdjacent to Ferndale, Berkeley offers a family-friendly atmosphere with parks and local events. It's a quiet locale attracting families and longer-term visitors.Berkley Common, Manley Bennett Park, Grove Park, Berkeley Library, Downtown Berkley
Pleasant RidgeA small, friendly community with parks and a community-centric vibe. Ideal for guests wanting a peaceful stay near Ferndale.Pleasant Ridge Community Center, Greenacre Park, Hugh Memorial Fountain, The Park at Pleasant Ridge, Pleasant Ridge Historical Museum
Royal Oak border areaClose to Ferndale and known for its nightlife and shopping, this location draws tourists looking to explore the nearby vibrant city of Royal Oak.Meadow Brook Amphitheatre, Royal Oak Farmers Market, Detroit Zoo, The Royal Oak Music Theatre, Local Breweries
Garden CityA bit further out, but offers a suburban charm with parks and shopping areas while still being a reasonable drive to Ferndale.Garden City Hospital, Garden City Shopping Center, Local Festivals, Parks and Recreation events, Historical Society Events

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

Listings

Ferndale Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Ferndale is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses account for 77% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 21%.

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Ferndale Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 97%
  • Private room 3%
Room types in numbers
Ferndale Airbnb listings by room type
Room typeShare of listingsListings
Entire home96.5%111
Private room3.5%4

Houses dominate the property mix

Ferndale Airbnb listings by property type

  • House 77%
  • Apartment/Condo 21%
  • Others 2%
Property types in numbers
Ferndale Airbnb listings by property type
Property typeShare of listingsListings
House77.4%89
Apartment/Condo20.9%24
Others1.7%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Ferndale Have?

Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Ferndale (37% of entire homes), and 36% have three or more bedrooms.

Ferndale entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms

Bedroom counts in numbers
Ferndale entire homes by number of bedrooms
BedroomsShare of entire homesEntire homes
Studio1.8%2
1 bedroom24.5%27
2 bedrooms37.3%41
3 bedrooms27.3%30
4 bedrooms5.5%6
5+ bedrooms3.6%4

What Each Home Size Earns in Ferndale

A typical one-bedroom home in Ferndale earned $15,000 over the past year, against $24,200 for a three-bedroom home.

What each home size earns in Ferndale
Home sizeListingsTypical annual revenue (median)Average annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
1 bedroom27$15,000$16,700$12346%
2 bedrooms41$20,200$20,900$16046%
3 bedrooms30$24,200$28,100$21847%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Ferndale Sleep?

The most common capacity in Ferndale is four guests (26% of listings), and 33% of listings sleep six or more.

Ferndale listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Ferndale listings by guest capacity
Guest capacityShare of listingsListings
2 guests21.6%24
3 guests7.2%8
4 guests26.1%29
5 guests11.7%13
6 guests19.8%22
7 guests3.6%4
8+ guests9.9%11

How Ferndale Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Ferndale hosts set up an average of 2.5 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 38% of listings 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
38%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Ferndale Offer?

Self check-in is close to standard in Ferndale: 93% of listings offer it, and 72% have a backyard.

Share of Ferndale listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning Nearly all
  • Smoke alarm Nearly all
  • Wifi Nearly all
  • Heating Nearly all
  • TV 98%
  • Carbon monoxide alarm 97%
  • Kitchen 97%
  • Hot water 95%
  • Coffee maker 95%
  • Self check-in 93%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Ferndale

Listings in Ferndale with outdoor furniture earned about 35% more a year, on average, than those without: $24,800 against $18,400. Listings with a fire pit show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for an indoor fireplace (about 25% 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 Ferndale 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

  • Outdoor furniture +34% on 49% of listings
  • Fire pit +34% on 17% of listings
  • Indoor fireplace +23% on 17% of listings
  • Patio or balcony +18% on 61% of listings
  • Single level home +15% on 25% of listings
  • Pets allowed +14% on 56% of listings
  • Backyard +9% on 72% of listings
  • Dedicated workspace +9% on 70% of listings
  • Exercise equipment +8% on 9% of listings
  • Keypad +8% on 51% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Ferndale listings with and without each amenity
AmenityListings with itAvg. revenue withAvg. revenue withoutRevenue gap
Outdoor furniture49%$24,800$18,400+34%
Fire pit17%$27,300$20,400+34%
Indoor fireplace17%$25,500$20,700+23%
Patio or balcony61%$22,900$19,400+18%
Single level home25%$23,800$20,700+15%
Pets allowed56%$22,800$20,000+14%
Backyard72%$22,000$20,200+9%
Dedicated workspace70%$22,100$20,300+9%
Exercise equipment9%$23,200$21,400+8%
Keypad51%$22,300$20,700+8%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Ferndale?

Ferndale draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Detroit is the largest source, at about 5% of reviews. Of the 5% from abroad, the largest groups come from Canada and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 74% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.

95% of Ferndale guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 95%
  • International 5%

Where Ferndale guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Detroit 5%
  • Chicago 5%
  • New York 3%
  • Grand Rapids 2%
  • Los Angeles 2%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Ferndale guests come from: top cities
Origin cityShare of guests
Detroit5.2%
Chicago4.7%
New York3.1%
Grand Rapids2.5%
Los Angeles1.7%

Where Ferndale guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 95%
  • Canada 2%
  • United Kingdom 1%
  • Germany 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Ferndale guests come from: top countries
Origin countryShare of guests
United States94.7%
Canada1.8%
United Kingdom0.6%
Germany0.4%

Languages spoken by Ferndale guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 74%
  • Spanish 10%
  • French 3%
  • German 2%
  • Italian 2%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Ferndale guests
LanguageShare of guests
English73.6%
Spanish10.1%
French3.4%
German2.2%
Italian1.5%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Ferndale?

Ferndale Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 44% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.75, against 4.92 for host communication and check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 99 reviews each on average.

Communication and check-in score highest in Ferndale; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.86
  • Cleanliness 4.80
  • Communication 4.92
  • Location 4.86
  • Check-in 4.92
  • Value 4.75
Category scores in numbers
Ferndale guest ratings by category
CategoryAverage rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.86
Cleanliness4.80
Communication4.92
Location4.86
Check-in4.92
Value4.75

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Ferndale: Stays, Rules and Fees

More than three-quarters of Ferndale listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 24% 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 Ferndale listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 36%
  • 181-270 days 41%
  • 91-180 days 19%
  • 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Ferndale listings are open to guests
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days35.7%41
181-270 days40.9%47
91-180 days19.1%22
31-90 days4.3%5

Days a year Ferndale listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 5%
  • 181-270 days 19%
  • 91-180 days 40%
  • 31-90 days 23%
  • 1-30 days 13%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Ferndale listings are booked or blocked
Days a yearShare of listingsListings
271-366 days5.2%6
181-270 days19.1%22
91-180 days40.0%46
31-90 days22.6%26
1-30 days13.0%15

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

The average Ferndale booking lasts 6.7 nights, longest in June and shortest in February. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 2,750 in all. More than half of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.

Average length of stay by month in Ferndale

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Ferndale Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

Nearly six in ten listings in Ferndale accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 5%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.

Minimum stay set by Ferndale listings

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

  • 1 Night 24% 28 listings
  • 2 Nights 33% 38 listings
  • 3 Nights 15% 17 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 7% 8 listings
  • 7-29 Nights 16% 18 listings
  • 30+ Nights 5% 6 listings

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Ferndale?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Ferndale, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. 44% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 49% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.

Cancellation policies of Ferndale listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 20% 23 listings
  • Moderate 24% 28 listings
  • Limited 7% 8 listings
  • Firm 37% 43 listings
  • Strict 10% 11 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 2% 2 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Ferndale?

94% of Ferndale listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $125, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $276, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 6.7 nights, that adds roughly $19 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$125
Average cleaning fee
$276
Listings charging a fee
93.9%
Share of gross revenue
12.6%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Ferndale

The top-grossing Airbnb in Ferndale, an eight-bedroom home, took in $76,400 over the past year, about 3.5 times the city's average of $21,500.

¤Campgrounds¤hot tub, pool, glamping games@MLC ¤Campgrounds¤hot tub, pool, glamping games@MLC Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.70
Revenue
$76,360
Occupancy
42.0%
Daily rate
$604
Cozy Luxe Retreat ~ Hot Tub Cozy Luxe Retreat ~ Hot Tub Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$74,117
Occupancy
93.9%
Daily rate
$284
Hot tub + Fire pit + Luxury cozy home + Game Room Hot tub + Fire pit + Luxury cozy home + Game Room Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Revenue
$64,872
Occupancy
49.7%
Daily rate
$326
Peaceful Pretty Art & Cinema Reclining Couches Peaceful Pretty Art & Cinema Reclining Couches Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Revenue
$49,610
Occupancy
78.0%
Daily rate
$175
3 BLKs from Hip DT Ferndale / 20 min to DT Detroit 3 BLKs from Hip DT Ferndale / 20 min to DT Detroit Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$45,670
Occupancy
60.0%
Daily rate
$207
Charming & Modern 2Bedroom Loft Downtown Ferndale Charming & Modern 2Bedroom Loft Downtown Ferndale Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Revenue
$45,110
Occupancy
83.3%
Daily rate
$191

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Ferndale?

Rachel is the top-grossing host in Ferndale, with $93,500 in bookings across 3 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 33% of the market's 115 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Ferndale by revenue
#HostListingsGross revenuePer listingAvg. rating
Rachel3$93,487$31,1624.87/5
Diana5$92,932$18,5864.78/5
Fadi6$89,598$14,9334.65/5
4StayArbor Hospitality5$86,263$17,2534.75/5
5Nydia4$79,895$19,9744.53/5
6Caitlin4$78,644$19,6614.97/5
7Craig4$77,735$19,4344.87/5
8Michelle4$76,456$19,1144.67/5
9Tyler1$74,117$74,1175.00/5
10Christi2$68,268$34,1344.99/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Ferndale?

Only 11% of Ferndale listings are classed as professionally managed, though 49% of listings have a co-host. 57% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 22% 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 86% of listings.

Superhosts
56.5%
Professional management
11.3%
Cohosted listings
48.7%
Instant Book enabled
21.7%
Simplified Pricing
86.1%

Nearby markets

Ferndale vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 11 km, Royal Oak (6 km away) earned the most per listing, about 28% more than Ferndale. Hazel Park was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 44% in Ferndale.

Airbnb markets near Ferndale: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
MarketListingsAvg. annual revenueAvg. nightly rateOccupancy
Hazel Park 3 km51$15,396$12647%
Oak Park 4 km38$17,729$19938%
Madison Heights 5 km86$17,545$14242%
Royal Oak 6 km273$27,441$21445%
Southfield 9 km60$15,695$17739%
Hamtramck 9 km65$11,124$11536%
Warren 9 km45$11,318$13037%
Detroit 11 km1,236$20,598$20137%

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FAQ

Ferndale Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Ferndale?

An active Ferndale Airbnb grossed $21,520 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 115 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,400 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Ferndale?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Ferndale listings earn between $1,340 and $3,400 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,630 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 Ferndale?

Listings in Ferndale were booked on 44% 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 Ferndale?

The average booked night in Ferndale cost $176 before fees. Half of listings charge between $115 and $205, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Ferndale?

None of the active Ferndale 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 Ferndale?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Ferndale Airbnb grossed $21,520 in the 12 months to September 2026, 37% 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, $13,370 a year (about $1,110 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 $1,680 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Ferndale?

July usually pays best, averaging $3,560 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 Ferndale?

Each night a Ferndale listing was open to book earned $80 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 $125 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Ferndale?

Ferndale stays were booked 32 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 Ferndale?

The average Ferndale Airbnb stay lasted 6.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Ferndale rated?

Guests rate Ferndale Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Ferndale?

Downtown Ferndale, Ferndale Arts District and Eight Mile draw the most short-term rental interest in Ferndale. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Ferndale?

AirROI counted 115 active Airbnb listings in Ferndale as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Hazel Park, 3 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Ferndale?

In Ferndale, 94% of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $125, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to $276, so the median is the better guide.

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About This Data

Figures on this page cover 115 active Airbnb listings in Ferndale 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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