Wataview Marine Drive Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- A$76,509
- Occupancy
- 47.4%
- Daily rate
- A$502
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Tea Gardens brought in A$27,278 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 42% less than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the New South Wales average. Listings averaged A$356 a night and were booked on 28% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
Timing matters: in January, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.4 times as much as in August, usually the slowest. With only 32 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 32 active listings, Tea Gardens is the 210th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 7% while the number of active listings shrank 6%.
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Gross bookings per Tea Gardens listing averaged A$27,278 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Tea Gardens listing brings in A$5,010 in January, its best month, and A$2,070 in August, its slowest. December runs within 5% of January, so either can come out on top in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 35% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
January earns about 2.4 times what August does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$3,170. 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.
December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026. Across the past two years, January is usually the strongest month.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$2,363 | 24.4% | A$319 | A$79 | 73 days | 3.5 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$3,262 | 28.7% | A$349 | A$105 | 52 days | 3.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$4,281 | 35.9% | A$359 | A$143 | 49 days | 3.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$5,028 | 37.0% | A$402 | A$162 | 103 days | 4.7 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$4,154 | 31.5% | A$413 | A$134 | 57 days | 3.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$2,422 | 26.6% | A$357 | A$87 | 54 days | 3.6 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$3,034 | 28.8% | A$357 | A$98 | 46 days | 4.2 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$3,877 | 30.6% | A$368 | A$129 | 46 days | 4.4 nights |
| May 2026 | A$2,286 | 20.4% | A$315 | A$74 | 45 days | 4.8 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$3,036 | 33.3% | A$326 | A$101 | 34 days | 6.7 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$2,346 | 28.4% | A$321 | A$76 | 40 days | 4.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$1,853 | 21.4% | A$327 | A$60 | 43 days | 3.1 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 Tea Gardens market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb revenue calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Tea Gardens Airbnb took in A$27,278 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,370 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 A$2,810 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$3,610 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$1,670 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,170 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 building or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$23,668 | A$47,960 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Tea Gardens bookings | A$3,610 | A$7,320 |
| Gross bookings | A$27,278 | A$55,280 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 97% of Tea Gardens listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$4,120 | −A$8,350 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$3,610 | −A$7,320 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,360 | −A$2,760 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$550 | −A$1,110 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$820 | −A$1,660 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$270 | −A$270 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$140 | −A$140 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$10,870 | −A$21,610 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$16,408about A$1,370 a month | A$33,670about A$2,810 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Tea Gardens'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 Tea Gardens 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 A$4,610 a month, against A$2,270 for the average one.
Occupancy
Tea Gardens listings were booked on 28% of the nights they were open over the past year, 13 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 15 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 37% in January and falls to 22% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
January is usually the busiest month in Tea Gardens, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Tea Gardens, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$356 over the past year, about 20% below the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 8% below the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$415 and bottom out in May and September at about A$305.
The top 10% charge about twice the rate of the bottom quarter.
January rates run 36% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$337. The 12-month ADR of A$356 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 Tea Gardens it averaged A$105 over the past year, from about A$67 in a typical August to about A$162 in a typical January.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
January RevPAR is about 2.4 times August's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$104.
Seasonality
With only 32 active listings, the monthly pattern in Tea Gardens is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in January and bottom out in August.
Average revenue by month in Tea Gardens
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$3,170.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | A$5,010 |
| February | A$2,810 |
| March | A$3,050 |
| April | A$3,610 |
| May | A$2,350 |
| June | A$2,760 |
| July | A$2,270 |
| August | A$2,070 |
| September | A$2,320 |
| October | A$3,330 |
| November | A$3,660 |
| December | A$4,800 |
Guests book Tea Gardens stays 52 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 83 days ahead, and July stays closest to arrival, about 34 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.
December 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 52 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
All 32 active listings in Tea Gardens display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Tea Gardens.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks five Tea Gardens neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Myall Lakes National Park, Tea Gardens Beach and Winda Woppa. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Myall Lakes National Park | A stunning natural area known for its diverse wildlife and beautiful lakes, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and outdoor activities like kayaking and hiking. | Myall Lakes, Sand Dunes, Broughton Island National Park, Hiking Trails, Birdwatching Tours |
| Tea Gardens Beach | A picturesque beach destination perfect for families and tourists looking to relax by the water, with beautiful views and safe swimming conditions. | Tea Gardens Beach, River Cruises, Swimming, Picnics, Fishing |
| Winda Woppa | A tranquil coastal area ideal for visitors looking for a quieter experience and access to nature trails and beaches. | Winda Woppa Beach, Nature Walks, Picnic Areas, Fishing spots, Scenic Views |
| Mount Tomaree | A popular hiking destination with breathtaking views over Port Stephens, attracting adventure seekers and nature lovers. | Mount Tomaree Summit Walk, Scenic Lookouts, Wildlife Spotting, Photo Opportunities |
| Corlette | A family-friendly suburb with safe beaches and playgrounds, ideal for attracting families looking for beachfront accommodation. | Corlette Beach, Playgrounds, Boat Ramps, Water Sports, Dining Options |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Tea Gardens is an entire home: all 32 listings rent the whole place. Houses account for 78% of the stock; apartments and condos come next at 19%.
Every listing rents the whole place
Tea Gardens Airbnb listings by room type
Houses dominate the property mix
Tea Gardens Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 78.1% | 25 |
| Apartment/Condo | 18.8% | 6 |
| Others | 3.1% | 1 |
Most Tea Gardens homes are built for groups: 63% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three-bedroom homes are the most common size (41%).
Tea Gardens entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 3.1% | 1 |
| 2 bedrooms | 34.4% | 11 |
| 3 bedrooms | 40.6% | 13 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.4% | 3 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 12.5% | 4 |
A typical two-bedroom home in Tea Gardens earned A$16,500 over the past year, against A$16,000 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 11 | A$16,500 | A$22,100 | A$293 | 30% |
| 3 bedrooms | 13 | A$16,000 | A$21,300 | A$299 | 24% |
Tea Gardens is a group-trip market: 34% of listings sleep eight or more guests, more than the share of the next most common size, four guests (28%).
Tea Gardens listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 4 guests | 28.1% | 9 |
| 5 guests | 9.4% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 18.8% | 6 |
| 7 guests | 9.4% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 34.4% | 11 |
Tea Gardens hosts set up an average of 4.1 beds per listing. Most listings (81%) show their exact location on the listing map rather than an approximate area.
Washers are close to standard in Tea Gardens: 94% of listings have one, and 66% have a backyard.
Share of Tea Gardens listings with each common amenity
Guests
Tea Gardens draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in Australia. Sydney alone accounts for 13% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, the largest groups come from New Zealand and the Netherlands.
94% of Tea Gardens guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Tea Gardens guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 12.5% |
| Gordon | 3.1% |
| Avalon Beach | 1.6% |
| Haberfield | 1.6% |
Where Tea Gardens guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 93.8% |
| New Zealand | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | 1.6% |
| Canada | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | 1.6% |
Languages spoken by Tea Gardens guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 73.1% |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| Tagalog | 3.8% |
| Hindi | 3.8% |
| French | 3.8% |
Tea Gardens Airbnbs average 4.71 stars, and 22% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.60, against 4.88 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Tea Gardens; cleanliness is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.74 |
| Cleanliness | 4.60 |
| Communication | 4.81 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.63 |
Booking patterns
94% of Tea Gardens listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 47% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Tea Gardens listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 65.6% | 21 |
| 181-270 days | 28.1% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 6.3% | 2 |
Days a year Tea Gardens listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 6.3% | 2 |
| 91-180 days | 28.1% | 9 |
| 31-90 days | 46.9% | 15 |
| 1-30 days | 18.8% | 6 |
The average Tea Gardens booking lasts 4.2 nights, longest in June and shortest in September. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year. Nearly nine in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 9 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Tea Gardens
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
47% of listings in Tea Gardens accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights.
Minimum stay set by Tea Gardens 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 Tea Gardens, used by 44% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 16% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Tea Gardens listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
84% of Tea Gardens listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$242. Spread over the average stay of 4.2 nights, that adds roughly A$55 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Tea Gardens, a four-bedroom home, took in A$76,500 over the past year, about 2.8 times the city's average of A$27,300. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have two to four bedrooms.
Wataview Marine Drive Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.86
Farmhouse Vibes & 20 Acres of Privacy Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.67
Coastal Luxury Couples & Groups up to 14 & Pets ok Entire home · 5 bedrooms
Stylish two bedroom bungalow Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Patch of Paradise - Iluka Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.71
225 on Myall Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.89 Professional management companies run a third of Tea Gardens listings and owners run the rest. Only 22% of listings are run by Superhosts. Three-quarters of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 97% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 45 km, Boat Harbour (14 km away, 54 listings) earned the most per listing, about 92% more than Tea Gardens.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawks Nest 2 km | 158 | A$23,586 | A$378 | 28% |
| Nelson Bay 6 km | 540 | A$41,068 | A$540 | 30% |
| Shoal Bay 7 km | 258 | A$46,772 | A$580 | 30% |
| Fingal Bay 9 km | 120 | A$51,260 | A$658 | 31% |
| Port Stephens Council 11 km | 311 | A$52,295 | A$598 | 32% |
| Boat Harbour 14 km | 54 | A$52,447 | A$565 | 35% |
| Anna Bay 15 km | 108 | A$47,782 | A$593 | 33% |
| Smiths Lake 45 km | 114 | A$35,649 | A$451 | 33% |
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FAQ
An active Tea Gardens Airbnb grossed A$27,278 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 32 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$4,260 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Tea Gardens listings earn between A$1,090 and A$4,260 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$7,980 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 Tea Gardens were booked on 28% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. January is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Tea Gardens cost A$356 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$255 and A$395, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
All active Tea Gardens listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Tea Gardens Airbnb grossed A$27,278 in the 12 months to September 2026, 42% below the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$16,408 a year (about A$1,370 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 A$2,810 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
January usually pays best, averaging A$5,010 per active listing over the past two years, and August usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Tea Gardens listing was open to book earned A$105 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 A$243 or more.
Tea Gardens stays were booked 52 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Tea Gardens Airbnb stay lasted 4.2 nights over the past year. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Tea Gardens Airbnbs 4.71 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and cleanliness lowest.
Myall Lakes National Park, Tea Gardens Beach and Winda Woppa draw the most short-term rental interest in Tea Gardens. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 32 active Airbnb listings in Tea Gardens as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Hawks Nest, 2 km away.
In Tea Gardens, 84% of listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$242.
Method
Figures on this page cover 32 active Airbnb listings in Tea Gardens 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. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. 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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