Oak Ridge Hidden Retreat with private pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- $70,117
- Occupancy
- 52.4%
- Daily rate
- $325
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Oak Ridge brought in $20,460 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 51% less than the Tennessee average of $42,043.
The short answer
Oak Ridge is cheaper but busier than the Tennessee average. Listings averaged $145 a night and were booked on 47% of available nights, against $320 and 42% for the Tennessee average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 78 active listings, Oak Ridge is the 44th-largest of 167 Tennessee markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 6% while the number of active listings grew 22%.
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Gross bookings per Oak Ridge listing averaged $20,460 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 Oak Ridge listing brings in $3,160 in July, its best month, and $1,570 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 31% 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 2.5 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.
July earns about twice 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 nightly rate; bookings peaked in October 2025.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $2,075 | 48.6% | $131 | $69 | 37 days | 6.9 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $2,780 | 61.4% | $133 | $90 | 33 days | 6.5 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $2,432 | 56.9% | $133 | $81 | 32 days | 7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $2,332 | 53.5% | $132 | $75 | 25 days | 7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $1,624 | 37.6% | $130 | $52 | 11 days | 8.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $2,090 | 51.2% | $129 | $75 | 26 days | 8.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $2,891 | 60.0% | $133 | $93 | 36 days | 7.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $2,007 | 47.6% | $131 | $67 | 51 days | 4.8 nights |
| May 2026 | $2,874 | 52.2% | $140 | $93 | 62 days | 7.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $3,009 | 59.0% | $141 | $100 | 30 days | 6.5 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $3,280 | 53.2% | $143 | $106 | 31 days | 7.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $2,478 | 46.0% | $140 | $80 | 28 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge Airbnb took in $20,460 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,120 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 $1,580 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,100 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $1,300 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $970 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 | $18,360 | $25,630 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Oak Ridge bookings | $2,100 | $2,920 |
| Gross bookings | $20,460 | $28,550 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 76% of Oak Ridge listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$2,550 | −$3,560 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,100 | −$2,920 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,020 | −$1,430 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$410 | −$570 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$610 | −$860 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$200 | −$200 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$100 | −$100 |
| 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 | −$6,990 | −$9,640 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $13,470about $1,120 a month | $18,910about $1,580 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Oak Ridge'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 Oak Ridge 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 $2,380 a month, against $1,710 for the average one.
Occupancy
Oak Ridge listings were booked on 47% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Tennessee average (42%) and 6 points above the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 38% in January to 65% in October.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 2.6 times as often as the bottom quarter.
October is usually the busiest month in Oak Ridge, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 47% 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 Oak Ridge, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $145 over the past year, about 55% below the Tennessee and U.S. averages (both about $320). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and July at about $135 and bottom out in September and November at about $120.
The top 10% charge about 2.7 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
July rates run 15% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month ADR of $145 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 Oak Ridge it averaged $72 over the past year, from about $51 in a typical January to about $102 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about twice January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month RevPAR of $72 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Oak Ridge has two high seasons, May–July and October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. A listing earns about 44% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Oak Ridge
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $1,570 |
| February | Low season | $1,880 |
| March | Shoulder season | $2,470 |
| April | Low season | $1,900 |
| May | High season | $2,530 |
| June | High season | $2,710 |
| July | High season | $3,160 |
| August | Shoulder season | $2,370 |
| September | Low season | $2,040 |
| October | High season | $2,680 |
| November | Shoulder season | $2,370 |
| December | Shoulder season | $2,280 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–July, October | $2,770 | 59% | $132 |
| Shoulder seasonMarch, August, November–December | $2,370 | 55% | $126 |
| Low seasonJanuary–February, April, September | $1,850 | 48% | $123 |
Guests book Oak Ridge stays 34 days ahead on average (about five weeks). May stays are booked furthest out, about 60 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 13 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 78 active listings in Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Oak Ridge neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Oak Ridge National Laboratory Area, Downtown Oak Ridge and Melton Hill Lake Area. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge National Laboratory Area | Proximity to one of the largest science and energy national laboratories in the United States. Attracts scientists, researchers, and visitors attending conferences or collaborating on projects. | Oak Ridge National Laboratory, American Museum of Science and Energy, Oak Ridge City Center |
| Downtown Oak Ridge | Central business district with restaurants and shops, making it convenient for guests who want to explore the city. The area hosts various community events and has a vibrant local atmosphere. | Children's Museum of Oak Ridge, Oak Ridge Playhouse, Millennium Park |
| Melton Hill Lake Area | Scenic waterfront location ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers recreational activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating, making it attractive for families and nature lovers. | Melton Hill Park, Lakeside Park, Hiking Trails |
| Robertsville | Quiet residential neighborhood close to parks and schools, making it a great option for families visiting the area or attending local events. Provides a more suburban feel with easy access to amenities. | Robertsville Park, Local Schools and Facilities |
| Clinch River Area | Attractive for those interested in kayaking, fishing, and other outdoor activities along the Clinch River. Ideal for nature and adventure seekers looking for a peaceful retreat. | Clinch River, Fishing Spots, Nature Trails |
| Solway | Residential area that serves as a gateway to many outdoor adventures. With its proximity to Oak Ridge and Knoxville, it's a convenient choice for visitors exploring the greater region. | Great Smoky Mountains National Park (nearby), Local Nature Trails |
| Haw Ridge Park | Popular for hiking and mountain biking, attracting outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy staying close to nature while being near urban amenities. | Haw Ridge Park, Mountain Biking Trails, Outdoor Recreation Areas |
| North Oak Ridge | Offers a mix of residential and quiet leisure activities with access to parks and nearby attractions, catering to visitors looking for a peaceful stay while being close to Oak Ridge's main features. | Local Parks, Community Events, Nature Trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 86% of listings in Oak Ridge, alongside 10 private-room listings (13%). Houses account for 83% of the stock; other property types come next at 6%.
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Oak Ridge Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 85.9% | 67 |
| Private room | 12.8% | 10 |
| Shared room | 1.3% | 1 |
Houses dominate the property mix
Oak Ridge Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 83.3% | 65 |
| Others | 6.4% | 5 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.1% | 4 |
| Apartment/Condo | 3.8% | 3 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.3% | 1 |
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Oak Ridge (54% of entire homes), and 34% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 67 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Oak Ridge 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 | 1.5% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 10.4% | 7 |
| 2 bedrooms | 53.7% | 36 |
| 3 bedrooms | 19.4% | 13 |
| 4 bedrooms | 11.9% | 8 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.0% | 2 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Oak Ridge earned $15,100 over the past year, against $35,100 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 36 | $15,100 | $17,200 | $121 | 49% |
| 3 bedrooms | 13 | $35,100 | $32,800 | $185 | 56% |
The most common capacity in Oak Ridge is four guests (39% of listings), and 42% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 69 listings with a guest capacity on file (88% of the market).
Oak Ridge 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 | 2.9% | 2 |
| 3 guests | 2.9% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 39.1% | 27 |
| 5 guests | 13.0% | 9 |
| 6 guests | 17.4% | 12 |
| 7 guests | 5.8% | 4 |
| 8+ guests | 18.8% | 13 |
Oak Ridge hosts set up an average of 2.9 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 22% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Oak Ridge: 94% of listings offer it, and 90% have a washer.
Share of Oak Ridge listings with each common amenity
Guests
Oak Ridge draws mostly domestic guests: 96% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Knoxville is the largest source outside Oak Ridge, at about 3% of reviews. English is spoken by 78% of guests, and Spanish by 12%.
96% of Oak Ridge guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Oak Ridge guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Knoxville | 3.5% |
| Nashville | 3.1% |
| Atlanta | 1.5% |
| Oak Ridge | 1.3% |
| Chattanooga | 1.3% |
Where Oak Ridge guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 96.4% |
| Canada | 1.6% |
| South Korea | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% |
Languages spoken by Oak Ridge guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 78.3% |
| Spanish | 11.8% |
| French | 3.6% |
| German | 2.0% |
| Japanese | 0.7% |
Oak Ridge Airbnbs average 4.86 stars, and 51% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.81, against 4.96 for host communication.
Communication scores highest in Oak Ridge; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.89 |
| Cleanliness | 4.87 |
| Communication | 4.96 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.95 |
| Value | 4.81 |
Booking patterns
About seven in ten Oak Ridge listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 33% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 31% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Oak Ridge listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 37.2% | 29 |
| 181-270 days | 32.1% | 25 |
| 91-180 days | 24.4% | 19 |
| 31-90 days | 6.4% | 5 |
Days a year Oak Ridge listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 7.7% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 25.6% | 20 |
| 91-180 days | 30.8% | 24 |
| 31-90 days | 19.2% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 16.7% | 13 |
The average Oak Ridge booking lasts 8.6 nights, longest in January and shortest in December. Listings took about 23 bookings each over the year, some 1,750 in all. About half of 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 Oak Ridge
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
More than half of listings in Oak Ridge accept stays of one or two nights. A smaller group, 10%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Oak Ridge listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible and Firm are the most common cancellation policies in Oak Ridge, each used by 23% of listings. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 46% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Oak Ridge listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
More than nine in ten Oak Ridge listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $92; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 8.6 nights, that adds roughly $11 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 Oak Ridge, a four-bedroom home, took in $70,100 over the past year, about 3.4 times the city's average of $20,500.
Oak Ridge Hidden Retreat with private pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.99
The Electric SmartHome Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
5 bedroom 3 bathroom near South College Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.79
Peaceful, private retreat overlooking woods Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.81
Near Rowing-Windrock- UT-ORNL~Atomic Gallery Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Near Rowing-Windrock- UT-ORNL~Atomic Luxury Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93 Only 3% of Oak Ridge listings are classed as professionally managed, though 37% of listings have a co-host. Seven in ten listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 14% 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 76% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 41 km, La Follette (41 km away, 35 listings) earned the most per listing, about 2.5 times as much as Oak Ridge.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oliver Springs 11 km | 63 | $28,798 | $234 | 37% |
| Powell 18 km | 33 | $20,103 | $188 | 42% |
| Lenoir City 23 km | 40 | $26,149 | $199 | 45% |
| Knoxville 27 km | 1,145 | $29,345 | $223 | 45% |
| Louisville 28 km | 31 | $27,258 | $226 | 46% |
| Tellico Village 36 km | 33 | $35,513 | $262 | 44% |
| La Follette 41 km | 35 | $50,284 | $465 | 39% |
| Maryville 41 km | 127 | $26,219 | $171 | 48% |
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FAQ
An active Oak Ridge Airbnb grossed $20,460 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 78 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $3,280 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Oak Ridge listings earn between $1,280 and $3,280 in a typical month, and the top tenth $4,550 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 Oak Ridge were booked on 47% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Tennessee average. October is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Oak Ridge cost $145 before fees. Half of listings charge between $87 and $160, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge Airbnb grossed $20,460 in the 12 months to September 2026, 51% 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, $13,470 a year (about $1,120 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 $1,580 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging $3,160 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 Oak Ridge listing was open to book earned $72 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 $120 or more.
Oak Ridge stays were booked 34 days (about five weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Oak Ridge Airbnb stay lasted 8.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 23 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Oak Ridge Airbnbs 4.86 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory Area, Downtown Oak Ridge and Melton Hill Lake Area draw the most short-term rental interest in Oak Ridge. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 78 active Airbnb listings in Oak Ridge as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Oliver Springs, 11 km away.
In Oak Ridge, more than nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $92; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
Figures on this page cover 78 active Airbnb listings in Oak Ridge 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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