Laurel Run Farm in Hocking Hills Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- $158,877
- Occupancy
- 47.7%
- Daily rate
- $1,282
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Nelsonville brought in $31,855 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 17% more than the Ohio average of $27,235.
The short answer
Listings averaged $242 a night, about 8% higher than the Ohio average of $225, and were booked on 40% of available nights, close to its 41%.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.5 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.
With 59 active listings, Nelsonville is the 49th-largest of 174 Ohio markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 10% while the number of active listings grew 13%.
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Gross bookings per Nelsonville listing averaged $31,855 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 Nelsonville listing brings in $4,730 in July, its best month, and $1,890 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 2.8 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 2.5 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.
July 2026 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in October 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,660 | 38.8% | $223 | $89 | 58 days | 2.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,689 | 51.3% | $227 | $119 | 84 days | 2.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,079 | 44.3% | $222 | $103 | 65 days | 2.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,375 | 41.3% | $220 | $109 | 36 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $2,408 | 33.8% | $207 | $78 | 25 days | 3 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,047 | 35.7% | $198 | $73 | 35 days | 2.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,568 | 42.0% | $207 | $83 | 32 days | 4 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,820 | 44.0% | $214 | $94 | 78 days | 2.1 nights |
| May 2026 | $3,676 | 45.6% | $268 | $119 | 72 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,815 | 46.8% | $292 | $127 | 62 days | 2.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $4,996 | 45.6% | $302 | $161 | 60 days | 2.7 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $4,113 | 41.7% | $297 | $133 | 43 days | 2.3 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 Nelsonville market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Nelsonville Airbnb took in $31,855 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,700 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 $2,830 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $3,180 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,970 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,460 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 | $28,675 | $47,270 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Nelsonville bookings | $3,180 | $5,240 |
| Gross bookings | $31,855 | $52,510 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 92% of Nelsonville listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,600 | −$7,580 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$3,180 | −$5,240 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,590 | −$2,630 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$640 | −$1,050 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$960 | −$1,580 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$320 | −$320 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$160 | −$160 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$11,450 | −$18,560 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $20,405about $1,700 a month | $33,950about $2,830 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Nelsonville'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 Nelsonville 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 $4,380 a month, against $2,650 for the average one.
Occupancy
Nelsonville listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, in line with the Ohio average and in line with the U.S. average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 49% in October and falls to 29% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
October is usually the busiest month in Nelsonville, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Nelsonville, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $242 over the past year, about 8% above the Ohio average of $225 and about 24% below the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $275 and bottom out in February at about $205.
The top 10% charge about 2.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 35% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $242 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 Nelsonville it averaged $103 over the past year, from about $67 in a typical February to about $152 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 2.3 times February's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Seasonality
Nelsonville has two high seasons, May–August and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April and slows again in September. A listing earns about 75% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Nelsonville
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $2,100 |
| February | Low season | $1,890 |
| March | Low season | $2,570 |
| April | Low season | $2,500 |
| May | High season | $3,300 |
| June | High season | $3,780 |
| July | High season | $4,730 |
| August | High season | $3,660 |
| September | Low season | $2,690 |
| October | High season | $3,480 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,860 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,980 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–August, October | $3,790 | 46% | $255 |
| Shoulder seasonNovember–December | $2,920 | 39% | $216 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April, September | $2,350 | 36% | $209 |
Guests book Nelsonville stays 59 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). April stays are booked furthest out, about 85 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 21 days. A typical April booking is made in mid-January.
April 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 59 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 59 active listings in Nelsonville 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 Nelsonville.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Nelsonville neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Downtown Nelsonville, Hocking Hills Region and Nelsonville Arts 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 Nelsonville | The heart of the city, filled with local shops, cafes, and historical sites. Great for tourists wanting to explore the cultural side of Nelsonville. | Nelsonville Historic Square, Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville Depot, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway, Local Art Galleries |
| Hocking Hills Region | A stunning natural area nearby known for its hiking, waterfalls, and outdoor activities. Ideal for those looking for a nature escape. | Old Man's Cave, Cedar Falls, Hocking Hills State Park, Ash Cave, Zipline Tours |
| Nelsonville Arts District | A vibrant area focused on arts and culture, hosting various events and festivals, perfect for creative travelers. | Hocking Valley Community Art Project, Art & Craft Festivals, Local Theaters, Studios and Galleries |
| Near Hocking College | Popular with students and parents visiting, as well as outdoor enthusiasts due to close proximity to attractions. | Hocking College, Outdoor Recreation, Local Dining Options, Community Events |
| Southeastern Nelsonville | A quiet residential area with access to local parks, appealing to families and those seeking tranquility. | Local Parks, Walking Trails, Nature Reserves |
| Scenic Route 33 | A picturesque drive that provides access to various attractions in the area, appealing for road-trip travelers. | Scenic Overlooks, Local Wineries, Unique Restaurants, Art Installations On Route |
| Hocking Hills Craft Brewery Area | Known for its local breweries and craft beer scene, attracting foodies and craft beer lovers. | Local Breweries, Tastings, Food and Drink Festivals, Community Events |
| Historic Railroad District | Rich in history with preserved railroads and historical landmarks, ideal for history buffs and families. | Railroad Museums, Historical Exhibits, Scenic Train Rides |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 86% of listings in Nelsonville, ahead of private rooms at 8%. Houses (41%) and cabins and other outdoor stays (39%) split the stock almost evenly.
Listings by room type
Nelsonville Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 86.4% | 51 |
| Private room | 8.5% | 5 |
| Hotel room | 5.1% | 3 |
Houses and cabins split the stock
Nelsonville Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 40.7% | 24 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 39.0% | 23 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 13.6% | 8 |
| Unique stay | 3.4% | 2 |
| Apartment/Condo | 1.7% | 1 |
| Others | 1.7% | 1 |
Most Nelsonville homes are built for groups: 51% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (31%). Shares are of the 51 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Nelsonville 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 | 2.0% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 15.7% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.4% | 16 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.5% | 14 |
| 4 bedrooms | 15.7% | 8 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.8% | 4 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Nelsonville earned $27,800 over the past year, against $20,200 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 16 | $27,800 | $27,900 | $183 | 45% |
| 3 bedrooms | 14 | $20,200 | $27,700 | $267 | 41% |
The most common capacity in Nelsonville is four guests or eight or more (25% of listings each), and 53% of listings sleep six or more.
Nelsonville listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 16.9% | 10 |
| 3 guests | 3.4% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 25.4% | 15 |
| 5 guests | 1.7% | 1 |
| 6 guests | 23.7% | 14 |
| 7 guests | 3.4% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 25.4% | 15 |
Nelsonville hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing. About one in ten listings (10%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fire pits are common in Nelsonville: 59% of listings have one, and 53% have a fireplace.
Share of Nelsonville listings with each common amenity
Guests
Nelsonville draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Columbus is the largest source, at about 9% of reviews.
98% of Nelsonville guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Nelsonville guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Columbus | 8.9% |
| Cincinnati | 5.0% |
| Cleveland | 4.5% |
| Pittsburgh | 1.9% |
| Akron | 1.7% |
Where Nelsonville guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 98.1% |
| Sweden | 0.4% |
| Canada | 0.2% |
| China | 0.2% |
| Australia | 0.2% |
Languages spoken by Nelsonville guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 81.9% |
| German | 2.8% |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| French | 2.3% |
| Italian | 1.7% |
Nelsonville Airbnbs average 4.76 stars, and 39% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.69, against 4.86 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 106 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Nelsonville; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.81 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.86 |
| Location | 4.69 |
| Check-in | 4.83 |
| Value | 4.70 |
Booking patterns
More than three-quarters of Nelsonville 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 42% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Nelsonville listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 33.9% | 20 |
| 181-270 days | 42.4% | 25 |
| 91-180 days | 22.0% | 13 |
| 31-90 days | 1.7% | 1 |
Days a year Nelsonville listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.7% | 1 |
| 181-270 days | 22.0% | 13 |
| 91-180 days | 42.4% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 25.4% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 8.5% | 5 |
The average Nelsonville booking lasts 2.9 nights, longest in March and shortest in September. Listings took about 38 bookings each over the year, some 2,220 in all. About three-quarters of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Nelsonville
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly all listings in Nelsonville accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Nelsonville 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 Nelsonville, used by 66% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about seven in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 27% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Nelsonville listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than nine in ten Nelsonville listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $50, and some higher fees lift the average to $82. Spread over the average stay of 2.9 nights, that adds roughly $17 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 Nelsonville, a nine-bedroom home, took in $159,000 over the past year, about five times the city's average of $31,900. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have two and four bedrooms.
Laurel Run Farm in Hocking Hills Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Relax* Unwind* Hocking Hills *Hot Tub* Game Room* Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.79
Wildewood A-frame: Hot Tub, Yoga Studio, Fire Pit Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
The Woodberry Inn Entire home · 8 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Hocking Hills Luxury Lodge with swimming pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.46
The Raven A-Frame Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.99 Professional management companies run 15% of Nelsonville listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 44% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 92% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 29 km, Creola (25 km away, 30 listings) earned the most per listing, about 89% more than Nelsonville.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canaan Township 14 km | 35 | $25,166 | $207 | 38% |
| New Plymouth 17 km | 42 | $43,027 | $424 | 34% |
| New Straitsville 17 km | 30 | $31,250 | $233 | 38% |
| Logan 18 km | 794 | $57,017 | $389 | 42% |
| Athens 19 km | 79 | $24,267 | $211 | 35% |
| Swan Township 21 km | 103 | $55,457 | $348 | 44% |
| Creola 25 km | 30 | $60,181 | $414 | 47% |
| McArthur 29 km | 62 | $42,516 | $300 | 42% |
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Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Nelsonville:
FAQ
An active Nelsonville Airbnb grossed $31,855 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 59 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,940 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Nelsonville listings earn between $1,360 and $3,940 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,620 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 Nelsonville were booked on 40% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the Ohio average. October is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Nelsonville cost $242 before fees. Half of listings charge between $145 and $240; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
None of the active Nelsonville 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 Nelsonville Airbnb grossed $31,855 in the 12 months to September 2026, 17% above 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, $20,405 a year (about $1,700 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 $2,830 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $4,730 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 Nelsonville listing was open to book earned $103 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 $217 or more.
Nelsonville stays were booked 59 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Nelsonville Airbnb stay lasted 2.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 38 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Nelsonville Airbnbs 4.76 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and location lowest.
Downtown Nelsonville, Hocking Hills Region and Nelsonville Arts District draw the most short-term rental interest in Nelsonville. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 59 active Airbnb listings in Nelsonville as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Canaan Township, 14 km away.
In Nelsonville, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $50, and some higher fees lift the average to $82.
Method
Figures on this page cover 59 active Airbnb listings in Nelsonville 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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