Lotus Lake Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $133,307
- Occupancy
- 73.3%
- Daily rate
- $479
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Waterford Township brought in $27,907 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 18% less than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Waterford Township is priced below the Michigan average. Listings averaged $284 a night, about 13% less than that average of $325, and were booked on 39% of available nights, close to its 40% occupancy.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in April, usually the slowest. With only 37 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 37 active listings, Waterford Township is the 168th-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue fell 8% while the number of active listings grew 23%.
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Gross bookings per Waterford Township listing averaged $27,907 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 Waterford Township listing brings in $6,710 in July, its best month, and $2,450 in April, its slowest. January runs within 1% of April, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 39% 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 4.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
July earns about 2.7 times what April does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
July 2026 led on revenue 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 | $4,218 | 42.9% | $259 | $141 | 55 days | 6.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,853 | 35.4% | $243 | $92 | 48 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,240 | 38.0% | $237 | $108 | 53 days | 5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,488 | 39.8% | $237 | $113 | 52 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $3,178 | 38.9% | $236 | $103 | 29 days | 6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $3,779 | 47.3% | $232 | $135 | 22 days | 6.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,950 | 35.7% | $233 | $95 | 34 days | 4.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,961 | 36.7% | $243 | $99 | 36 days | 8.1 nights |
| May 2026 | $4,118 | 42.8% | $279 | $133 | 32 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $4,907 | 54.1% | $300 | $164 | 56 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $6,522 | 53.1% | $313 | $210 | 75 days | 5.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $5,686 | 55.0% | $303 | $183 | 96 days | 4.3 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Waterford Township market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Waterford Township Airbnb took in $27,907 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,550 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about $2,980 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,540 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,760 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,340 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $25,367 | $48,270 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Waterford Township bookings | $2,540 | $4,840 |
| Gross bookings | $27,907 | $53,110 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 78% of Waterford Township listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,570 | −$6,800 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,540 | −$4,840 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,400 | −$2,660 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$560 | −$1,060 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$840 | −$1,590 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$280 | −$280 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$140 | −$140 |
| 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 | −$9,330 | −$17,370 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $18,577about $1,550 a month | $35,740about $2,980 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Waterford Township'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 Waterford Township home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $4,430 a month, against $2,330 for the average one.
Occupancy
Waterford Township listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Michigan average and 2 percentage points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 32% in April to 60% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Waterford Township, April the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 39% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Waterford Township, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $284 over the past year, about 13% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $295 and bottom out in February and March at about $225.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 32% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $284 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Waterford Township it averaged $115 over the past year, from about $80 in a typical January to about $216 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 2.7 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $115 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 37 active listings, the monthly pattern in Waterford Township is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in April.
Average revenue by month in Waterford Township
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | $2,470 |
| February | $2,830 |
| March | $2,730 |
| April | $2,450 |
| May | $3,640 |
| June | $4,800 |
| July | $6,710 |
| August | $5,590 |
| September | $3,810 |
| October | $3,040 |
| November | $3,150 |
| December | $3,180 |
Guests book Waterford Township stays 52 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 87 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 19 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-May.
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 52 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 37 active listings in Waterford Township 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 Waterford Township.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Waterford Township neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lake Oakland, Downtown Waterford and Pine Knob. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Oakland | A peaceful area surrounded by nature and scenic lakes, ideal for families looking for outdoor activities. It’s perfect for guests seeking a relaxing retreat in nature while being close to urban amenities. | Lake Oakland State Recreation Area, Waterford Oaks, Pine Knob Ski Resort, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, Shopping at Waterford Shops |
| Downtown Waterford | The hub of local activities with proximity to dining and shopping options. A desirable location for visitors wanting to experience the local culture and convenience of amenities. | Waterford Historical Society, Local parks, Restaurants and Cafes, Civic Center Park, Waterford Township Library |
| Pine Knob | Famous for its ski resort and summer concerts, this area attracts seasonal visitors and adventure seekers. Perfect for hosting guests year-round who are looking for fun outdoor activities. | Pine Knob Ski Resort, Pine Knob Music Theatre, Golf at Pine Knob, Nature trails, Hiking and biking paths |
| Waterford Lakes | This neighborhood offers beautiful lake views and outdoor recreational opportunities. Ideal for families and groups looking for a serene getaway close to water activities. | Waterford Lakes, Fishing and boating, Nature walks, Local parks and playgrounds |
| Highland Lakes | A quiet lakeside community perfect for those looking to escape the city. Attracts guests interested in peace and tranquility, with opportunities for water activities. | Highland Lake, Fishing, Kayaking, Local parks, Scenic views |
| Civic Center | An area bustling with local events and community activities, making it appealing to guests interested in experiencing the local culture and festivities. | Civic Center Park, Waterford Township Events, Community Markets, Local attractions |
| Golf Road Area | Known for its proximity to golf courses and recreational facilities, it attracts golf enthusiasts and visitors seeking a leisurely vacation experience. | Waterford Hills Road Racing, Local golf courses, Parks and recreation, Dining options |
| Mason Middle School Area | This family-friendly neighborhood offers a suburban feel with good schools and parks, appealing to families visiting the region. | Local parks, Schools, Community events, Recreational facilities |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 86% of listings in Waterford Township, alongside 5 private-room listings (14%). Houses account for 76% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 14%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Waterford Township Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 86.5% | 32 |
| Private room | 13.5% | 5 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Waterford Township Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 75.7% | 28 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 13.5% | 5 |
| Apartment/Condo | 8.1% | 3 |
| Others | 2.7% | 1 |
Most Waterford Township homes are built for groups: 75% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (50%). Shares are of the 32 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Waterford Township entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 12.5% | 4 |
| 2 bedrooms | 12.5% | 4 |
| 3 bedrooms | 50.0% | 16 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.6% | 5 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 9.4% | 3 |
Waterford Township is a group-trip market: 38% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.6 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (24%).
Waterford Township listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 16.2% | 6 |
| 3 guests | 2.7% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 8.1% | 3 |
| 5 guests | 5.4% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 24.3% | 9 |
| 7 guests | 5.4% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 37.8% | 14 |
Waterford Township hosts set up an average of 3.7 beds per listing. About a quarter of listings (24%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Backyards are close to standard in Waterford Township: 78% of listings have one, and 73% offer self check-in.
Share of Waterford Township listings with each common amenity
Guests
Waterford Township draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Chicago is the largest source, at about 2% of reviews. Of the 5% from abroad, most come from Canada and the United Kingdom. English is spoken by 80% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
95% of Waterford Township guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Waterford Township guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 2.4% |
| Livonia | 1.9% |
| Grand Rapids | 1.9% |
| San Diego | 1.5% |
| Saline | 1.5% |
Where Waterford Township guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 94.7% |
| Canada | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | 1.0% |
| India | 0.5% |
Languages spoken by Waterford Township guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 80.3% |
| Spanish | 11.8% |
| German | 2.6% |
| French | 1.3% |
| Arabic | 1.3% |
Waterford Township Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 41% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.71, against 4.92 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Waterford Township; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.72 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.71 |
Booking patterns
About eight in ten Waterford Township listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 19% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Waterford Township listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.2% | 23 |
| 181-270 days | 18.9% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 16.2% | 6 |
| 31-90 days | 2.7% | 1 |
Days a year Waterford Township listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.7% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 16.2% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 18.9% | 7 |
| 31-90 days | 35.1% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 27.0% | 10 |
The average Waterford Township booking lasts 6.3 nights, longest in July and shortest in August. Listings took about 17 bookings each over the year. Nearly six in ten 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 Waterford Township
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
More than six in ten listings in Waterford Township accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 8%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Waterford Township listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Waterford Township, used by 32% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Nearly half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 46% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Waterford Township listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About nine in ten Waterford Township listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $200, and some higher fees lift the average to $372. Spread over the average stay of 6.3 nights, that adds roughly $30 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Waterford Township, a four-bedroom home, took in $133,000 over the past year, about 4.8 times the city's average of $27,900.
Lotus Lake Retreat | Sleeps 10 | Hot Tub Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Cozy home with Lake Oakland privilege Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
4 Bedrooms, Pizza Oven, Hot Tub, Mini-Golf & More! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.57
Comfortable Ranch Retreat Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.88
Cheerful 3-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Home With Pool Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Waterford Pine Knob Lake House w/pontoon Rental Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.63 Only 5% of Waterford Township listings are classed as professionally managed, though 27% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 54% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 24% 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 78% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 23 km, Birmingham (20 km away, 55 listings) earned the most per listing, about 10% more than Waterford Township. Rochester Hills was the busiest, booked on 47% of nights against 39% in Waterford Township.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac 7 km | 48 | $10,436 | $132 | 39% |
| Auburn Hills 11 km | 64 | $18,576 | $146 | 44% |
| Rochester Hills 20 km | 46 | $18,353 | $175 | 47% |
| Birmingham 20 km | 55 | $30,576 | $295 | 43% |
| Novi 21 km | 35 | $22,669 | $174 | 41% |
| Farmington Hills 22 km | 52 | $21,376 | $183 | 42% |
| Troy 22 km | 36 | $27,180 | $205 | 45% |
| Southfield 23 km | 60 | $15,695 | $177 | 39% |
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FAQ
An active Waterford Township Airbnb grossed $27,907 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 37 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $5,920 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Waterford Township listings earn between $1,340 and $5,920 in a typical month, and the top tenth $8,030 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Waterford Township were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Waterford Township cost $284 before fees. Half of listings charge between $155 and $325, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Waterford Township listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Waterford Township Airbnb grossed $27,907 in the 12 months to September 2026, 18% 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, $18,577 a year (about $1,550 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about $2,980 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $6,710 per active listing over the past two years, and April usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Waterford Township listing was open to book earned $115 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 $203 or more.
Waterford Township stays were booked 52 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Waterford Township Airbnb stay lasted 6.3 nights over the past year. A listing took 17 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Waterford Township Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Lake Oakland, Downtown Waterford and Pine Knob draw the most short-term rental interest in Waterford Township. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 37 active Airbnb listings in Waterford Township as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Pontiac, 7 km away.
In Waterford Township, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $200, and some higher fees lift the average to $372.
Method
Figures on this page cover 37 active Airbnb listings in Waterford Township 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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