Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026

Cosby, TN Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends

Source: AirROI Reviewed by , Founder @ AirROI Updated

Active Airbnb listings
461
Avg. booking lead time
46 days
Listings showing a permit
0%
Peak revenue month
July
Lowest revenue month
February

The short answer

Cosby Airbnb Market at a Glance

Rates and bookings both trail the Tennessee average. Listings averaged $239 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $320 and 42% for the Tennessee average.

Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in February, usually the slowest.

With 461 active listings, Cosby is the tenth-largest of 167 Tennessee markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 20% while the number of active listings grew 45%.

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

Revenue

How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Cosby?

Gross bookings per Cosby listing averaged $29,111 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Tennessee average: $42,043), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.

In a typical year, the average Cosby listing brings in $4,180 in July, its best month, and $1,550 in February, its slowest. June runs within 5% of July, 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 three times as much as a bottom-quarter one.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $6,590+ a month, about three times the typical property.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $3,720 or more, roughly $1,500 a month above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $2,230 a month.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $1,230 or less, about 55% of the median.

These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.

July earns about 2.7 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.

Cosby Airbnb Data by Month

Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.

July 2026 led on revenue. Nightly rates peaked in December 2025 and bookings in October 2025, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.

Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy, nightly rate, RevPAR, booking lead time and length of stay per active listing in Cosby, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026
Month Avg. Revenue Occupancy Avg. Nightly Rate RevPAR Booking Lead Time Avg. Length of Stay
Sep 2025$2,28336.0%$227$7642 days3.2 nights
Oct 2025$4,29057.0%$252$13858 days3.4 nights
Nov 2025$3,34344.0%$244$11156 days3.2 nights
Dec 2025$4,10146.1%$261$13256 days3.9 nights
Jan 2026$1,97326.2%$234$6431 days3.6 nights
Feb 2026$1,79927.1%$227$6426 days2.9 nights
Mar 2026$3,06041.3%$236$9933 days3.7 nights
Apr 2026$2,59536.2%$227$8741 days3.5 nights
May 2026$2,92638.3%$232$9444 days3.6 nights
Jun 2026$4,45149.4%$260$14853 days4 nights
Jul 2026$4,62746.6%$260$14952 days4.2 nights
Aug 2026$2,97638.2%$231$9646 days3.3 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 Cosby market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.

Profit

Is an Airbnb in Cosby Profitable?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Cosby Airbnb took in $29,111 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,400 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 $2,350 a month.

Cleaning it yourself keeps the $4,980 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,810 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,200 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.

Cosby Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year

A year of income, running costs and what is left for housing costs for an average and a top-quarter Cosby Airbnb
Line Average listing Top-quarter listing
Money in
Nightly bookings$24,131$40,250
Cleaning fees guests pay17% of Cosby bookings$4,980$8,310
Gross bookings$29,111$48,560
Running costs
Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Cosby listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest−$4,010−$6,700
Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself−$4,980−$8,310
Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings−$1,460−$2,430
Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2%−$580−$970
Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3%−$870−$1,460
Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover−$290−$290
Permit and registrationWhere one is required−$150−$150
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−$12,340−$20,310
Left for housing costs, then profit$16,771about $1,400 a month$28,250about $2,350 a month
Housing costs
Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees Depend on the home

Estimate Your Own Cosby Airbnb Profit

The estimate starts from Cosby'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 Cosby home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.

How Cosby's Top Earners Get There

  • More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Cosby listings are booked on 58% or more of their nights, against 38% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $185 adds about $1,840 in bookings.
  • Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $270 a night or more, against a median of $185. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about $2,410 a year.
  • Open for the busy months. In a typical year, July brings the average listing about $4,180, against $1,550 in February, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
  • Reviews that stand out. Cosby listings average 4.80 stars, and 43% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.

What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about $4,050 a month, against $2,430 for the average one.

Occupancy

What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Cosby?

Cosby listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Tennessee average (42%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 27% in January to 55% in October.

The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 74%+ of open nights, 36 points above the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) fill 58% or more, roughly four nights a week.
  • Typical properties (median) fill about 38% of open nights.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 21% or less, under two nights a week.

October is usually the busiest month in Cosby, January 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

How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Cosby?

The average nightly rate in Cosby, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $239 over the past year, about 25% below the Tennessee and U.S. averages (both about $320). In a typical year, rates peak in June and July at about $255 and bottom out in February and September at about $210.

Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $420+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) charge $270 or more, about $85 above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) charge about $185 a night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $135 or less, about three-quarters of the median.

June rates run 22% above September's

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

What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Cosby?

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 Cosby it averaged $95 over the past year, from about $55 in a typical February to about $135 in a typical July.

Per open night, by tier:

  • Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $194+ per open night, about 2.8 times the median.
  • Strong performers (top 25%) earn $106 or more, about $40 a night above the median.
  • Typical properties (median) earn about $68 per open night.
  • Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $44 or less, about two-thirds of the median.

July RevPAR is about 2.4 times February's

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

Seasonality

Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Cosby

Cosby has two high seasons, June–July and October–December, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.

Average revenue by month in Cosby

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

Revenue by month in Cosby in numbers
Average monthly revenue per active listing in Cosby, by calendar month
Month Season Revenue per listing
JanuaryLow season$1,820
FebruaryLow season$1,550
MarchShoulder season$2,840
AprilLow season$2,390
MayLow season$2,570
JuneHigh season$4,020
JulyHigh season$4,180
AugustShoulder season$2,930
SeptemberLow season$2,130
OctoberHigh season$3,710
NovemberHigh season$2,940
DecemberHigh season$3,770
Average monthly Airbnb revenue, occupancy and nightly rate in Cosby by season
Season Revenue per month Occupancy Nightly rate
High seasonJune–July$4,10047%$254
High seasonOctober–December$3,47048%$231
Shoulder seasonMarch, August$2,89041%$227
Low seasonJanuary–February, April–May, September$2,09033%$218

How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Cosby?

Guests book Cosby stays 46 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). October stays are booked furthest out, about 58 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical October booking is made in mid-August.

October 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 46 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.

Permits

Airbnb Permits and Registration in Cosby

None of the 461 active listings in Cosby 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 Cosby.

Neighborhoods

Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cosby

AirROI's area guide picks six Cosby neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Cosby Creek, Gap Creek and Mount LeConte. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.

Best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cosby
Area Who it suits Landmarks nearby
Cosby Creek A serene area close to the Great Smoky Mountains, perfect for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility. Ideal for tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy outdoor activities.Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cosby Campground, Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park, Hiking trails, Scenic picnic spots
Gap Creek Nestled in the foothills of the Smokies, this area offers stunning views and easy access to outdoor adventures, appealing to families and adventurers alike.Gap Creek Falls, Hiking trails, Wildlife viewing, Campgrounds, Photography spots
Mount LeConte Famous for its breathtaking views and hiking opportunities, a favorite for outdoor enthusiasts and nature photographers. A great spot for mountain lovers.Mount LeConte, Alum Cave Trail, Charlies Bunion, Views from the top, Nature photography opportunities
Hartford A more tranquil alternative close to attractions, this small town ambiance offers visitors relaxation with plenty of access to outdoor activities.Whitewater rafting on the Pigeon River, Laurel Falls, Hiking trails, Local shops, Scenic views
Talyor Hollow Offering a more secluded experience, ideal for guests wanting privacy and beautiful nature surroundings. Great for romantic getaways or peaceful retreats.Hiking trails, Stargazing, Local wildlife, Cottage rentals, Nature walks
Smoky Mountain National Park Entrance Located near the entrance to the national park, this area is perfect for those looking to explore the park's vast wilderness and enjoy wildlife.National Park visitor center, Trailheads for popular hikes, Wildlife observation, Camping sites, Scenic drives

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

Listings

Cosby Airbnb Listings by Type and Size

Almost every Airbnb in Cosby is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Cabins and other outdoor stays make up 67% of listings, about 2.9 times the share of houses (23%).

Nearly all listings rent the whole place

Cosby Airbnb listings by room type

  • Entire home 98%
  • Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
Cosby Airbnb listings by room type
Room type Share of listings Listings
Entire home98.0%452
Private room2.0%9

Cabins lead the property mix

Cosby Airbnb listings by property type

  • Cabin/Outdoor 67%
  • House 23%
  • Unique stay 4%
  • Apartment/Condo 3%
  • Hotel/Boutique 2%
  • Others <1%
Property types in numbers
Cosby Airbnb listings by property type
Property type Share of listings Listings
Cabin/Outdoor67.0%309
House23.2%107
Unique stay4.3%20
Apartment/Condo3.5%16
Hotel/Boutique1.5%7
Others0.4%2

How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Cosby Have?

One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Cosby (43% of entire homes), followed by two-bedroom homes (29%). Shares are of the 425 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.

Cosby entire homes by number of bedrooms

Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file

Bedroom counts in numbers
Cosby entire homes by number of bedrooms
Bedrooms Share of entire homes with a bedroom count Entire homes
Studio0.9%4
1 bedroom43.1%183
2 bedrooms29.2%124
3 bedrooms13.2%56
4 bedrooms6.8%29
5+ bedrooms6.8%29

What Each Home Size Earns in Cosby

A typical one-bedroom home in Cosby earned $17,300 over the past year, against $86,800 for a home with five or more bedrooms.

What each home size earns in Cosby
Home size Listings Typical annual revenue (median) Average annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
1 bedroom183$17,300$19,800$15938%
2 bedrooms124$20,600$25,000$21138%
3 bedrooms56$30,600$34,200$28738%
4 bedrooms29$38,800$57,300$41138%
5+ bedrooms29$86,800$94,500$70942%

How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Cosby Sleep?

The most common capacity in Cosby is four guests (29% of listings), and 43% of listings sleep six or more.

Cosby listings by guest capacity

Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep

Guest capacity in numbers
Cosby listings by guest capacity
Guest capacity Share of listings Listings
2 guests17.3%79
3 guests6.3%29
4 guests29.1%133
5 guests4.2%19
6 guests18.2%83
7 guests2.0%9
8+ guests23.0%105

How Cosby Airbnb Listings Are Set Up

Cosby hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. Only 36% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.

Photos per listing
15
Beds per listing
3.3
Show exact location
36%

What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Cosby Offer?

Hot tubs are common in Cosby: 56% of listings have one, and 96% offer free parking on site.

Share of Cosby listings with each common amenity

  • Air conditioning 99%
  • Free parking on premises 96%
  • Heating 95%
  • Smoke alarm 94%
  • Bed linens 92%
  • Wifi 92%
  • Coffee maker 91%
  • TV 90%
  • Refrigerator 88%
  • Microwave 88%

Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Cosby

Listings in Cosby with a home movie theater earned about 4.4 times as much a year, on average, as those without: $112,000 against $25,400. The gap is smaller for a themed room (about 3.4 times as much) and sun loungers (about 3.1 times as much). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.

Revenue gap for Cosby listings with each amenity

How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it

  • Movie theater +340% on 4% of listings
  • Theme room +241% on 3% of listings
  • Sun loungers +205% on 4% of listings
  • Pool +198% on 8% of listings
  • Game console +169% on 9% of listings
  • Arcade games +156% on 16% of listings
  • Hot tub +148% on 56% of listings
  • Pool table +143% on 13% of listings
  • Pets allowed +131% on 75% of listings
  • Sound system +130% on 6% of listings
Revenue by amenity in numbers
Average annual revenue of Cosby listings with and without each amenity
Amenity Listings with it Avg. revenue with Avg. revenue without Revenue gap
Movie theater4%$112,000$25,400+340%
Theme room3%$92,400$27,100+241%
Sun loungers4%$82,600$27,100+205%
Pool8%$74,800$25,100+198%
Game console9%$68,400$25,400+169%
Arcade games16%$59,900$23,400+156%
Hot tub56%$39,400$15,800+148%
Pool table13%$59,500$24,500+143%
Pets allowed75%$33,900$14,700+131%
Sound system6%$62,100$27,000+130%

Guests

Who Books Airbnbs in Cosby?

Cosby draws mostly domestic guests: 98% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Nashville is the largest source, at about 2% of reviews. English is spoken by 76% of guests, and Spanish by 13%.

98% of Cosby guests are domestic

Where guests who left reviews live

  • Domestic 98%
  • International 2%

Where Cosby guests come from: top cities

Share of guests who left reviews

  • Nashville 2%
  • Knoxville 2%
  • Atlanta 2%
  • Charlotte 2%
  • Chicago 1%
Top origin cities in numbers
Where Cosby guests come from: top cities
Origin city Share of guests
Nashville2.0%
Knoxville1.9%
Atlanta1.7%
Charlotte1.7%
Chicago1.4%

Where Cosby guests come from: top countries

Share of guests who left reviews

  • United States 98%
  • United Kingdom 0%
  • Canada 0%
  • Netherlands 0%
  • Germany 0%
Top origin countries in numbers
Where Cosby guests come from: top countries
Origin country Share of guests
United States97.7%
United Kingdom0.3%
Canada0.3%
Netherlands0.2%
Germany0.2%

Languages spoken by Cosby guests

Share of guests who left reviews

  • English 76%
  • Spanish 13%
  • Hindi 2%
  • French 1%
  • Russian 1%
Top languages in numbers
Languages spoken by Cosby guests
Language Share of guests
English76.1%
Spanish12.7%
Hindi1.6%
French1.3%
Russian1.0%

What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Cosby?

Cosby Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 43% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.74.

Communication scores highest in Cosby; value is lowest

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

  • Accuracy 4.81
  • Cleanliness 4.78
  • Communication 4.87
  • Location 4.80
  • Check-in 4.86
  • Value 4.74
Category scores in numbers
Cosby guest ratings by category
Category Average rating (out of 5)
Accuracy4.81
Cleanliness4.78
Communication4.87
Location4.80
Check-in4.86
Value4.74

Booking patterns

How Guests Book in Cosby: Stays, Rules and Fees

Nearly eight in ten Cosby listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 23% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 35% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.

Days a year Cosby listings are open to guests

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 45%
  • 181-270 days 34%
  • 91-180 days 20%
  • 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
Days a year Cosby listings are open to guests
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days44.7%206
181-270 days33.8%156
91-180 days20.2%93
31-90 days1.3%6

Days a year Cosby listings are booked or blocked

Share of listings by days a year

  • 271-366 days 2%
  • 181-270 days 21%
  • 91-180 days 35%
  • 31-90 days 26%
  • 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
Days a year Cosby listings are booked or blocked
Days a year Share of listings Listings
271-366 days1.7%8
181-270 days20.8%96
91-180 days35.1%162
31-90 days26.5%122
1-30 days15.8%73

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

The average Cosby booking lasts 3.7 nights, longest in July and shortest in September. Listings took about 29 bookings each over the year, some 13,300 in all. 85% 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 Cosby

Average nights per booking, by month of stay

Two-year average by calendar month.

Cosby Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements

About nine in ten listings in Cosby accept stays of one or two nights.

Minimum stay set by Cosby listings

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

  • 1 Night 28% 130 listings
  • 2 Nights 62% 285 listings
  • 3 Nights 8% 38 listings
  • 4-6 Nights 2% 7 listings
  • 7-29 Nights <1% 1 listing

What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Cosby?

Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Cosby, used by 42% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 35% on Flexible or Moderate.

Cancellation policies of Cosby listings, from most to least flexible

Share of listings by the policy they use

  • Flexible 10% 46 listings
  • Moderate 25% 117 listings
  • Limited 6% 26 listings
  • Firm 42% 195 listings
  • Strict 13% 59 listings
  • Super Strict 30 Days 3% 16 listings
  • Super Strict 60 Days <1% 2 listings

How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Cosby?

More than nine in ten Cosby listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $139, and some higher fees lift the average to $187. Spread over the average stay of 3.7 nights, that adds roughly $35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 17% of gross revenue.

Median cleaning fee
$139
Average cleaning fee
$187
Listings charging a fee
93.5%
Share of gross revenue
17.1%

Top earners

Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Cosby

The top-grossing Airbnb in Cosby, a five-bedroom home, took in $369,000 over the past year, about 13 times the city's average of $29,100. Five of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other one has four bedrooms.

Luxury Smoky Mtn Cabin | Infinity Pool & Views Luxury Smoky Mtn Cabin | Infinity Pool & Views Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Revenue
$369,163
Occupancy
67.4%
Daily rate
$1,309
Dome Pool | Pickleball | Sauna | Arcade | Slps 33! Dome Pool | Pickleball | Sauna | Arcade | Slps 33! Entire home · 10 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
$265,800
Occupancy
67.6%
Daily rate
$1,321
PrivatePool|Theater|Hot Tub|Arcade|Fire Pit|Trails PrivatePool|Theater|Hot Tub|Arcade|Fire Pit|Trails Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.89
Revenue
$258,185
Occupancy
72.1%
Daily rate
$896
Pet friendly! Private heated pool! Theatre! Pet friendly! Private heated pool! Theatre! Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.61
Revenue
$194,385
Occupancy
61.0%
Daily rate
$792
Waterfront with Swimming Hole Waterfront with Swimming Hole Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Revenue
$185,122
Occupancy
63.4%
Daily rate
$709
Heated Pool, Theater, Game Room | Sleeps 25 Heated Pool, Theater, Game Room | Sleeps 25 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.61
Revenue
$147,206
Occupancy
58.9%
Daily rate
$579

Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Cosby?

Meagan is the top-grossing host in Cosby, with $1.00 million in bookings across 12 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 31% of the market's 461 listings.

Top Airbnb hosts in Cosby by revenue
# Host Listings Gross revenue Per listing Avg. rating
Meagan 12$1,000,731$83,3944.72/5
Magnolia Vacation Rentals 6$748,599$124,7674.58/5
Alan 29$696,983$24,0344.80/5
4 Bear Camp Cabin Rentals 36$656,982$18,2504.63/5
5 Lee And Tanae 17$448,248$26,3684.89/5
6 Kodie 6$341,738$56,9564.94/5
7 John 11$305,010$27,7284.91/5
8 Parkside Cabin Rentals LLC 8$271,338$33,9174.85/5
9 Jen 1$265,800$265,8004.95/5
10 Evolve 18$262,148$14,5644.45/5

Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Cosby?

Professional management companies run four in ten Cosby listings. 64% of 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 86% of listings.

Superhosts
64.4%
Professional management
39.3%
Cohosted listings
31.5%
Instant Book enabled
59.7%
Simplified Pricing
86.3%

Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Cosby

8 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Cosby, and companies run 25% of its 461 active listings. Bear Camp Cabin Rentals is the largest, with 36 listings and an average guest rating of 4.68; the next largest are Evolve, RedAwning, Minty Living and Parkside Cabin Rentals. Among the five largest, Evolve's homes rate highest, at 4.86.

The five largest run 18% of Cosby's listings

Share of Cosby's 461 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host

  • Bear Camp Cabin Rentals 8% · 36
  • Evolve 4% · 18
  • RedAwning 2% · 11
  • Minty Living 2% · 9
  • Parkside Cabin Rentals 2% · 8
  • All other listings 82%

Listings each company runs as host or co-host, 12 months to September 2026. Guest ratings average each listing's Airbnb rating, weighted by its reviews.

See the largest management companies in Tennessee, with a profile of each.

Nearby markets

Cosby vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets

Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 36 km, Sevierville (28 km away) earned the most per listing, about twice as much as Cosby. Gatlinburg and Sevierville were the busiest, each booked on 44% of nights against 37% in Cosby.

Airbnb markets near Cosby: distance, revenue, nightly rate and occupancy
Market Listings Avg. annual revenue Avg. nightly rate Occupancy
Pittman Center 12 km 291$46,955$34041%
Newport 17 km 97$18,455$17638%
Gatlinburg 24 km 4,063$52,144$37144%
Dandridge 24 km 221$40,356$36735%
Sevierville 28 km 7,430$56,953$39944%
Pigeon Forge 30 km 3,400$48,942$35643%
Hot Springs 34 km 146$24,749$20338%
Maggie Valley 36 km 576$31,009$26338%

Other Airbnb Markets in Tennessee

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Markets Similar to Cosby

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FAQ

Cosby Airbnb FAQ

How much do Airbnb hosts make in Cosby?

An active Cosby Airbnb grossed $29,111 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 461 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,720 or more in a typical month.

How much can I make on Airbnb in Cosby?

It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Cosby listings earn between $1,230 and $3,720 in a typical month, and the top tenth $6,590 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.

What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Cosby?

Listings in Cosby were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Tennessee average. October is usually the busiest month.

How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Cosby?

The average booked night in Cosby cost $239 before fees. Half of listings charge between $135 and $270, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.

Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Cosby?

None of the active Cosby listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.

Is Airbnb profitable in Cosby?

Yes, when it's run well. The average Cosby Airbnb grossed $29,111 in the 12 months to September 2026, 31% below the Tennessee average of $42,043. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $16,771 a year (about $1,400 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 $2,350 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.

When is Airbnb peak season in Cosby?

July usually pays best, averaging $4,180 per active listing over the past two years, and February usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.

What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Cosby?

Each night a Cosby listing was open to book earned $95 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 $194 or more.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Cosby?

Cosby stays were booked 46 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.

How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Cosby?

The average Cosby Airbnb stay lasted 3.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 29 reservations over the year on average.

How are Airbnbs in Cosby rated?

Guests rate Cosby Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.

What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Cosby?

Cosby Creek, Gap Creek and Mount LeConte draw the most short-term rental interest in Cosby. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.

How many Airbnbs are there in Cosby?

AirROI counted 461 active Airbnb listings in Cosby as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Pittman Center, 12 km away.

How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Cosby?

In Cosby, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $139, and some higher fees lift the average to $187.

Method

About This Data

Figures on this page cover 461 active Airbnb listings in Cosby 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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