Luxury University Escape Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- $75,097
- Occupancy
- 81.2%
- Daily rate
- $247
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Ypsilanti brought in $22,791 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 33% less than the Michigan average of $34,144.
The short answer
Ypsilanti is cheaper but busier than the Michigan average. Listings averaged $172 a night and were booked on 46% of available nights, against $325 and 40% for the Michigan average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.1 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 82 active listings, Ypsilanti is the 50th-largest of 378 Michigan markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 3% while the number of active listings grew 28%.
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Gross bookings per Ypsilanti listing averaged $22,791 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 Ypsilanti listing brings in $3,530 in August, its best month, and $1,680 in January, its slowest. July runs within 3% of August, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 3.9 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.
August earns about 2.1 times what January 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 bookings; nightly rates 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 | $2,664 | 51.4% | $174 | $89 | 52 days | 3.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,693 | 47.4% | $177 | $87 | 48 days | 4.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,378 | 40.9% | $170 | $79 | 50 days | 3.3 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,842 | 40.9% | $155 | $59 | 25 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,849 | 38.7% | $148 | $60 | 31 days | 6.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,784 | 48.7% | $143 | $64 | 17 days | 6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,811 | 44.3% | $149 | $58 | 16 days | 5.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,062 | 42.1% | $167 | $69 | 55 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,729 | 47.0% | $193 | $88 | 39 days | 6.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,849 | 54.7% | $189 | $95 | 26 days | 7.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,005 | 55.8% | $213 | $129 | 61 days | 5.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,605 | 55.8% | $214 | $116 | 34 days | 5.4 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 Ypsilanti listing earns about $1,990 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb income calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Ypsilanti Airbnb took in $22,791 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,220 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 $2,320 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,330 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,420 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,050 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 | $20,461 | $38,400 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Ypsilanti bookings | $2,330 | $4,380 |
| Gross bookings | $22,791 | $42,780 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 87% of Ypsilanti listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$3,150 | −$5,910 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,330 | −$4,380 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,140 | −$2,140 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$460 | −$860 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$680 | −$1,280 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$230 | −$230 |
| 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 | −$8,100 | −$14,910 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $14,691about $1,220 a month | $27,870about $2,320 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Ypsilanti'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 Ypsilanti 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 $3,570 a month, against $1,900 for the average one.
Occupancy
Ypsilanti listings were booked on 46% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points above the Michigan average (40%) and 5 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 59% in August and falls to 42% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
August is usually the busiest month in Ypsilanti, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 46% 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 Ypsilanti, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $172 over the past year, about 47% below the Michigan and U.S. averages ($325 and $320). In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about $195 and bottom out in February at about $140.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.3 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 38% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $172 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 Ypsilanti it averaged $81 over the past year, from about $54 in a typical January to about $114 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 2.1 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
Ypsilanti has one high season, June through August, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from December to April. A listing earns about 84% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Ypsilanti
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,680 |
| February | Low season | $1,780 |
| March | Low season | $1,810 |
| April | Low season | $2,000 |
| May | Shoulder season | $2,400 |
| June | High season | $2,740 |
| July | High season | $3,440 |
| August | High season | $3,530 |
| September | Shoulder season | $2,480 |
| October | Shoulder season | $2,470 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,280 |
| December | Low season | $1,810 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–August | $3,230 | 56% | $187 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, September–November | $2,410 | 48% | $161 |
| Low seasonDecember–April | $1,820 | 45% | $145 |
Guests book Ypsilanti stays 39 days ahead on average (about six weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 57 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 20 days. A typical May booking is made in mid-March.
May stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Permits
None of the 82 active listings in Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Ypsilanti neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Depot Town, Ypsilanti Township and Eastern Michigan University. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Depot Town | Historic district with charming shops, cafes, and access to the Huron River. A favorite for visitors experiencing local culture and festivals. | Ypsilanti Historical Museum, Huron River, Depot Town, Collins Fountain, Ypsilanti Freighthouse |
| Ypsilanti Township | A suburban area offering a mix of residential neighborhoods and local attractions. Great for families and travelers wanting a quieter stay close to the city. | Ford Lake Park, Rolling Hills Water Park, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Washtenaw County, Ypsilanti District Library |
| Eastern Michigan University | Home to a large student population and academic events, this area attracts visitors during university events and sports. Ideal for short-term rentals for students and university staff. | Eastern Michigan University, Rynearson Stadium, Swoop's Food Court, Halle Library |
| Historic Downtown Ypsilanti | A vibrant area with local businesses, restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Ideal for those wanting to explore local culture and events. | Ypsilanti Water Tower, Ypsilanti Farmers Market, Local breweries and restaurants, The Dreamland Theater |
| West Willow | A quiet residential area with parks and family-friendly activities. A good option for those seeking a peaceful stay in proximity to urban amenities. | West Willow Park, Pineview Golf Course, Children's Playground |
| MiMI (Michigan Industrial & Manufacturing Incubator) | An area focused on innovation and entrepreneurship, attracting business travelers and professionals for meetings and short stays. | MiMI campus, Local business events, Innovative spaces |
| Kensington Park | Offers a natural retreat closer to the outdoor activities and adventures in the Ypsilanti area, perfect for nature lovers and active travelers. | Kensington Metropark, Hiking trails, Fishing spots, Camping areas |
| Ypsilanti Arts District | A growing area for artists and creatives, attracting cultural enthusiasts looking to engage with the local art scene. | Local art galleries, Public art installations, Art events and festivals |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 74% of listings in Ypsilanti, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in four (26%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 51%, ahead of houses (45%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Ypsilanti Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 74.4% | 61 |
| Private room | 25.6% | 21 |
Listings by property type
Ypsilanti Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 51.2% | 42 |
| House | 45.1% | 37 |
| Others | 3.7% | 3 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Ypsilanti (36% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (31%). Shares are of the 58 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Ypsilanti 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 8.6% | 5 |
| 1 bedroom | 31.0% | 18 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.2% | 21 |
| 3 bedrooms | 13.8% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.4% | 2 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.9% | 4 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Ypsilanti earned $23,600 over the past year, against $23,800 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 18 | $23,600 | $30,100 | $165 | 56% |
| 2 bedrooms | 21 | $23,800 | $27,500 | $208 | 43% |
Most Ypsilanti listings are sized for couples and small families: 62% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 13% take eight or more. Shares are of the 61 listings with a guest capacity on file (74% of the market).
Ypsilanti listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 31.1% | 19 |
| 3 guests | 6.6% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 24.6% | 15 |
| 5 guests | 6.6% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 13.1% | 8 |
| 7 guests | 4.9% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 13.1% | 8 |
Ypsilanti hosts set up an average of 2.2 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 15% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Dedicated workspaces are common in Ypsilanti: 67% of listings have one, and 43% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Ypsilanti listings with each common amenity
Guests
Ypsilanti draws mostly domestic guests: 95% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Ann Arbor is the largest source outside Ypsilanti, at about 5% of reviews.
95% of Ypsilanti guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Ypsilanti guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Ann Arbor | 4.8% |
| Chicago | 3.7% |
| Ypsilanti | 2.9% |
| Cincinnati | 2.7% |
| New York | 2.6% |
Where Ypsilanti guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 95.0% |
| Canada | 1.7% |
| Brazil | 0.6% |
| Australia | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Ypsilanti guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 68.1% |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| French | 5.8% |
| German | 2.5% |
| Italian | 2.5% |
Ypsilanti Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 52% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched; location and value for money tie for the lowest, at 4.79. Listings here carry long review histories, about 99 reviews each on average.
Communication and check-in score highest in Ypsilanti; location and value tie for lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.86 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.79 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.79 |
Booking patterns
About three-quarters of Ypsilanti listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 27% 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 Ypsilanti listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 36.6% | 30 |
| 181-270 days | 39.0% | 32 |
| 91-180 days | 18.3% | 15 |
| 31-90 days | 4.9% | 4 |
| 1-30 days | 1.2% | 1 |
Days a year Ypsilanti listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 6.1% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 20.7% | 17 |
| 91-180 days | 37.8% | 31 |
| 31-90 days | 26.8% | 22 |
| 1-30 days | 8.5% | 7 |
The average Ypsilanti booking lasts 6.5 nights, longest in August and shortest in September. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year, some 2,040 in all. More than six in ten 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 Ypsilanti
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
More than three-quarters of listings in Ypsilanti accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Ypsilanti listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Ypsilanti, used by 28% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 55% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 37% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Ypsilanti listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than nine in ten Ypsilanti listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $85, and some higher fees lift the average to $158. Spread over the average stay of 6.5 nights, that adds roughly $13 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Ypsilanti, a four-bedroom home, took in $75,100 over the past year, about 3.3 times the city's average of $22,800. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Luxury University Escape Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92
★ Thompson Place: Premier Modern Downtown 2BR Loft Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Spacious Depot Town 6BR Multi-Unit! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.75
Light Filled Artist Loft - Downtown Depot town Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.95
Cozy Home Sleeps up to 10 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Thompson Block Loft - Modern and Historic Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 Only 4% of Ypsilanti listings are classed as professionally managed, though 44% of listings have a co-host. Six in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 87% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 30 km, Ann Arbor (11 km away) earned the most per listing, about 88% more than Ypsilanti. Plymouth was the busiest, booked on 53% of nights against 46% in Ypsilanti.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ypsilanti Charter Township 2 km | 37 | $14,638 | $183 | 32% |
| Pittsfield Charter Township 8 km | 35 | $38,927 | $381 | 42% |
| Ann Arbor 11 km | 562 | $42,863 | $444 | 40% |
| Plymouth 19 km | 54 | $38,959 | $240 | 53% |
| Westland 21 km | 39 | $16,153 | $166 | 39% |
| Livonia 28 km | 33 | $11,775 | $113 | 48% |
| Taylor 28 km | 33 | $16,073 | $150 | 45% |
| Dearborn Heights 30 km | 51 | $9,324 | $133 | 35% |
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FAQ
An active Ypsilanti Airbnb grossed $22,791 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 82 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,740 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Ypsilanti listings earn between $940 and $3,740 in a typical month, and the top tenth $5,100 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 Ypsilanti were booked on 46% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 40% for the Michigan average. August is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Ypsilanti cost $172 before fees. Half of listings charge between $93 and $215, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Ypsilanti 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 Ypsilanti Airbnb grossed $22,791 in the 12 months to September 2026, 33% 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, $14,691 a year (about $1,220 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 $2,320 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
August usually pays best, averaging $3,530 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.
Each night a Ypsilanti listing was open to book earned $81 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 $148 or more.
Ypsilanti stays were booked 39 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Ypsilanti Airbnb stay lasted 6.5 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Ypsilanti Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Depot Town, Ypsilanti Township and Eastern Michigan University draw the most short-term rental interest in Ypsilanti. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 82 active Airbnb listings in Ypsilanti as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Ypsilanti Charter Township, 2 km away.
In Ypsilanti, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $85, and some higher fees lift the average to $158.
Method
Figures on this page cover 82 active Airbnb listings in Ypsilanti 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.