Comfortable Family-Friendly Home in West Lima! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85 - Revenue
- $45,736
- Occupancy
- 56.8%
- Daily rate
- $198
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Lima brought in $9,484 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 65% less than the Ohio average of $27,235.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Ohio average. Listings averaged $118 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $225 and 41% for the Ohio average.
August, usually the best month, brings in about 72% more per listing than February, usually the slowest.
With 73 active listings, Lima is the 35th-largest of 174 Ohio markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings grew 35%.
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Gross bookings per Lima listing averaged $9,484 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Ohio average: $27,235), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Lima listing brings in $2,000 in August, its best month, and $1,170 in February, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: August leads June by 1%, and February sits just 5% below November, so either pair can swap places in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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.
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 1.7 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.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
June 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in May 2026 and bookings in August 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest. 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 | $1,518 | 44.8% | $110 | $51 | 22 days | 9.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $1,363 | 36.3% | $109 | $44 | 27 days | 8.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $1,133 | 40.0% | $108 | $38 | 31 days | 9.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $1,281 | 33.3% | $108 | $41 | 17 days | 6.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,239 | 30.8% | $109 | $40 | 15 days | 9.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $1,322 | 37.6% | $110 | $47 | 12 days | 7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $1,248 | 36.5% | $112 | $40 | 18 days | 7.4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $1,423 | 35.6% | $111 | $47 | 13 days | 9.3 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,200 | 40.7% | $125 | $71 | 20 days | 9.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $2,504 | 51.4% | $122 | $83 | 37 days | 7.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $2,227 | 40.3% | $124 | $72 | 42 days | 6.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,460 | 56.3% | $124 | $79 | 31 days | 11.2 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Lima address, run it through the Airbnb calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lima Airbnb took in $9,484 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $530 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 $970 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $850 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $600 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $460 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 | $8,634 | $15,700 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Lima bookings | $850 | $1,550 |
| Gross bookings | $9,484 | $17,250 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 79% of Lima listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$1,230 | −$2,230 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$850 | −$1,550 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$470 | −$860 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$190 | −$340 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$280 | −$520 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$90 | −$90 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$50 | −$50 |
| 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 | −$3,160 | −$5,640 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $6,324about $530 a month | $11,610about $970 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Lima'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 Lima 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 $1,440 a month, against $790 for the average one.
Occupancy
Lima listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Ohio average (41%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 55% in September and falls to 35% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about four times as often as the bottom quarter.
September is usually the busiest month in Lima, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
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
The average nightly rate in Lima, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $118 over the past year, about 48% below the Ohio average of $225 and about 63% below the U.S. average of $320. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in July and August at about $115 and bottom out in October and November at about $93.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 26% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $118 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 Lima it averaged $48 over the past year, from about $40 in a typical March to about $66 in a typical June.
Per open night, by tier:
June RevPAR is about 1.7 times March's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $48 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Lima has one high season, June through September, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to April. A listing earns about 57% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Lima
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,270 |
| February | Low season | $1,170 |
| March | Low season | $1,240 |
| April | Low season | $1,330 |
| May | Shoulder season | $1,640 |
| June | High season | $1,980 |
| July | High season | $1,830 |
| August | High season | $2,000 |
| September | High season | $1,730 |
| October | Shoulder season | $1,610 |
| November | Low season | $1,220 |
| December | Low season | $1,270 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–September | $1,890 | 50% | $111 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, October | $1,620 | 42% | $105 |
| Low seasonNovember–April | $1,250 | 39% | $102 |
Guests book Lima stays 21 days ahead on average (about three weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 10 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 21 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 73 active listings in Lima 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 Lima.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Lima neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Lima, Shawnee Park and University District. 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 Lima | The vibrant heart of Lima with shops, restaurants, and local businesses. A great spot for guests looking to explore urban amenities and cultural events. | Lima Memorial Hospital, Allen County Historical Society, Lima Symphony Orchestra, Veterans Memorial Civic & Convention Center, Lima Plaza |
| Shawnee Park | A suburban neighborhood with a strong family presence and nearby parks. Ideal for family visits and community events. | Shawnee Park, Lima Skate Park, Eastown Park, Whittier Park, Fox Run Park |
| University District | Close to the University of Northwestern Ohio, this area attracts students and their families, making it ideal for short-term academic stays. | University of Northwestern Ohio, Holt Memorial Library, Lima Community Arts Council, local coffee shops, college events |
| Lima Mall Area | Nearby shopping and dining options make this area convenient for vacationers looking to enjoy retail therapy and casual dining. | Lima Mall, Target, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chick-fil-A, local boutiques |
| West Lima | A quiet residential neighborhood perfect for guests seeking a peaceful stay while still being close to the city's attractions. | Lima Convalescent Home, Lima Public Library, local parks, residential neighborhoods, community events |
| North Lima | This area features scenic parks and is close to outdoor activities, appealing to nature lovers and adventurers. | Adena Park, Northview Park, Lima Golf Club, local hiking trails, nature trails |
| South Side | A diverse community with local charm and history, attracting visitors interested in local culture and community events. | Turtle Creek Park, Southside Park, local eateries, community centers, cultural festivals |
| East Lima | Home to various educational facilities and expanding businesses, this area is great for travelers looking for local engagement and experiences. | East Lima Park, several schools, local shops, cultural sites, community events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 85% of listings in Lima, alongside 11 private-room listings (15%). Houses are the most common property type at 62%, about 1.9 times the share of apartments and condos (33%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Lima Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 84.9% | 62 |
| Private room | 15.1% | 11 |
Listings by property type
Lima Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 61.6% | 45 |
| Apartment/Condo | 32.9% | 24 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 2.7% | 2 |
| Unique stay | 1.4% | 1 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.4% | 1 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Lima (37% of entire homes), and 42% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 60 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Lima 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 | 21.7% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.7% | 22 |
| 3 bedrooms | 28.3% | 17 |
| 4 bedrooms | 8.3% | 5 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 5.0% | 3 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Lima earned $4,700 over the past year, against $10,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13 | $4,700 | $4,970 | $91 | 31% |
| 2 bedrooms | 22 | $6,680 | $9,840 | $108 | 40% |
| 3 bedrooms | 17 | $10,000 | $14,100 | $152 | 41% |
The most common capacity in Lima is four guests (32% of listings), and 32% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 62 listings with a guest capacity on file (85% of the market).
Lima 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 | 19.4% | 12 |
| 3 guests | 6.5% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 32.3% | 20 |
| 5 guests | 9.7% | 6 |
| 6 guests | 22.6% | 14 |
| 8+ guests | 9.7% | 6 |
Lima hosts set up an average of 2.4 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (34%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Lima: 99% of listings offer it, and 73% offer self check-in.
Share of Lima listings with each common amenity
Guests
Lima draws mostly domestic guests: 96% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Delaware is the largest source outside Lima, at about 6% of reviews. English is spoken by 81% of guests, and Spanish by 10%.
96% of Lima guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Lima guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Delaware | 6.1% |
| Cincinnati | 4.1% |
| Lima | 3.3% |
| South Elgin | 2.4% |
| New York | 2.0% |
Where Lima guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 95.9% |
| Canada | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.8% |
| South Africa | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Lima guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.1% |
| Spanish | 10.4% |
| French | 2.8% |
| Arabic | 1.9% |
| Russian | 0.9% |
Lima Airbnbs average 4.83 stars, and 42% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and location is the lowest, at 4.78.
Communication scores highest in Lima; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.86 |
| Cleanliness | 4.81 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.78 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.81 |
Booking patterns
More than nine in ten Lima listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 10% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 37% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lima listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 67.1% | 49 |
| 181-270 days | 24.7% | 18 |
| 91-180 days | 8.2% | 6 |
Days a year Lima listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 9.6% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 26.0% | 19 |
| 31-90 days | 37.0% | 27 |
| 1-30 days | 27.4% | 20 |
The average Lima booking lasts 8.8 nights, longest in September and shortest in December. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year. About 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 Lima
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About half of listings in Lima accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Lima 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 Lima, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: more than half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 37% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Lima listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three-quarters of Lima listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about $80. Spread over the average stay of 8.8 nights, that adds roughly $9 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 Lima, a three-bedroom home, took in $45,700 over the past year, about 4.8 times the city's average of $9,480.
Comfortable Family-Friendly Home in West Lima! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85
Spacious 5BD • 3.5BA • Perfect for Pros & Families Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Newly Constructed Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Cozy 2Bdrm Home Close to Hospitals & Refinery Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Cozy home away from home Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86
2610 Adgate Road Furnished 3 Bedroom House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96 Only 4% of Lima listings are classed as professionally managed, though 29% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run half of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 12% 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 79% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 94 km, Washington Township (87 km away, 55 listings) earned the most per listing, about three times as much as Lima. Fort Wayne was the busiest, booked on 48% of nights against 37% in Lima.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stokes Township 34 km | 57 | $22,798 | $235 | 36% |
| Lakeview 34 km | 32 | $14,833 | $266 | 31% |
| Celina 43 km | 56 | $24,613 | $261 | 34% |
| Findlay 52 km | 52 | $16,049 | $127 | 46% |
| Troy 79 km | 34 | $19,962 | $161 | 46% |
| Bowling Green 80 km | 53 | $24,824 | $195 | 40% |
| Washington Township 87 km | 55 | $29,160 | $271 | 36% |
| Fort Wayne 94 km | 481 | $18,659 | $149 | 48% |
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FAQ
An active Lima Airbnb grossed $9,484 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 73 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $2,330 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lima listings earn between $661 and $2,330 in a typical month, and the top tenth $3,560 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Lima were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the Ohio average. September is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Lima cost $118 before fees. Half of listings charge between $70 and $135, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Lima 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 Lima Airbnb grossed $9,484 in the 12 months to September 2026, 65% below the Ohio average of $27,235. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $6,324 a year (about $530 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 $970 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
August usually pays best, averaging $2,000 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.
Each night a Lima listing was open to book earned $48 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 $92 or more.
Lima stays were booked 21 days (about three weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Lima Airbnb stay lasted 8.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Lima Airbnbs 4.83 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
Downtown Lima, Shawnee Park and University District draw the most short-term rental interest in Lima. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 73 active Airbnb listings in Lima as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Stokes Township, 34 km away.
In Lima, about three-quarters of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about $80.
Method
Figures on this page cover 73 active Airbnb listings in Lima 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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