Surfside - 150m to beach w/heated pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$306,018
- Occupancy
- 65.2%
- Daily rate
- A$1,144
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Sunshine Beach, QLD Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Sunshine Beach brought in A$61,802 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 27% more than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Sunshine Beach Airbnb Market at a Glance
Sunshine Beach earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged A$623 a night and were booked on 42% of available nights, against A$385 and 46% for the Queensland average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in May, usually the slowest.
With 295 active listings, Sunshine Beach is the 14th-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 5%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Sunshine Beach?
Gross bookings per Sunshine Beach listing averaged A$61,802 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Sunshine Beach listing brings in A$10,900 in December, its best month, and A$4,800 in May, 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 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$15,000+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$9,810 or more, roughly A$3,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$6,150 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$3,550 or less, about 58% 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.
December earns about 2.3 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$11,100 A$4,400
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$7,340. 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.
Sunshine Beach 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.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$8,011 | 50.4% | A$614 | A$267 | 83 days | 5.8 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$8,252 | 49.1% | A$630 | A$266 | 99 days | 4.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$7,398 | 50.2% | A$605 | A$247 | 84 days | 5.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$11,078 | 52.5% | A$704 | A$357 | 106 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$9,022 | 45.4% | A$696 | A$291 | 80 days | 5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$5,485 | 44.3% | A$573 | A$196 | 68 days | 6.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$6,216 | 42.3% | A$581 | A$201 | 55 days | 5.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$8,127 | 43.5% | A$652 | A$271 | 71 days | 5.3 nights |
| May 2026 | A$5,215 | 34.9% | A$579 | A$168 | 71 days | 4.6 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$6,180 | 39.0% | A$614 | A$206 | 54 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$8,498 | 42.4% | A$642 | A$274 | 67 days | 6 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$7,215 | 46.6% | A$594 | A$233 | 78 days | 5.9 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Sunshine Beach home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb profit calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Sunshine Beach Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sunshine Beach Airbnb took in A$61,802 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$3,320 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$5,340 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$6,150 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$3,830 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,850 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.
Sunshine Beach Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$55,652 | A$88,750 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Sunshine Beach bookings | A$6,150 | A$9,800 |
| Gross bookings | A$61,802 | A$98,550 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 89% of Sunshine Beach listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$8,720 | −A$13,900 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$6,150 | −A$9,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$3,090 | −A$4,930 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$1,240 | −A$1,970 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,850 | −A$2,960 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$620 | −A$620 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$310 | −A$310 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$21,980 | −A$34,490 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$39,822about A$3,320 a month | A$64,060about A$5,340 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Sunshine Beach Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Sunshine Beach'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 Sunshine Beach home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Sunshine Beach's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Sunshine Beach listings are booked on 67% or more of their nights, against 44% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$485 adds about A$4,850 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$680 a night or more, against a median of A$485. 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 A$5,570 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about A$10,900, against A$4,800 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Sunshine Beach listings average 4.84 stars, and 32% 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 A$8,210 a month, against A$5,150 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach listings were booked on 42% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Queensland average (46%) and in line with the Australia average. In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 53% in December and falls to 35% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.7 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 82%+ of open nights, 38 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 67% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 44% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 22% or less, under two nights a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Sunshine Beach, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45% 53% 32%
The 12-month rate of 42% 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 Sunshine Beach?
The average nightly rate in Sunshine Beach, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$623 over the past year, about 62% above the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). In a typical year, rates peak in January and December at about A$705 and bottom out in February and May at about A$565.
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 A$1,105+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$680 or more, about A$200 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$485 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$365 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
December rates run 24% above May's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$704 A$550
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$608.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
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 Sunshine Beach it averaged A$242 over the past year, from about A$155 in a typical May to about A$353 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$454+ per open night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$296 or more, about A$100 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$198 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$134 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December RevPAR is about 2.3 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$357 A$142
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$241.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Sunshine Beach
Revenue in Sunshine Beach peaks several times a year, in April, July, October and December–January, a moderately seasonal pattern. Business is slowest in May and June and slows again in February and March.
Average revenue by month in Sunshine Beach
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$10,900 A$4,800
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$7,340.
Revenue by month in Sunshine Beach in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | A$9,680 |
| February | Low season | A$5,620 |
| March | Low season | A$5,700 |
| April | High season | A$8,010 |
| May | Low season | A$4,800 |
| June | Low season | A$5,340 |
| July | High season | A$8,060 |
| August | Shoulder season | A$6,920 |
| September | Shoulder season | A$7,590 |
| October | High season | A$8,060 |
| November | Shoulder season | A$7,300 |
| December | High season | A$10,900 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonApril, July, October, December–January | A$8,950 | 48% | A$651 |
| Shoulder seasonAugust–September, November | A$7,270 | 49% | A$578 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May–June | A$5,370 | 39% | A$576 |
Seasons are grouped by revenue per listing, so a better-paying season can fill fewer nights when higher rates carry it.
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
Guests book Sunshine Beach stays 80 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 98 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 48 days. A typical December booking is made in early September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 74 days 106 days 42 days
The 12-month figure of 80 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 Sunshine Beach
None of the 295 active listings in Sunshine Beach 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 tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Sunshine Beach.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sunshine Beach
AirROI's area guide picks four Sunshine Beach neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Noosa National Park, Sunshine Beach Village and Coolum Beach. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Noosa National Park | A stunning coastal park known for its picturesque walking trails, stunning views, and wildlife. Ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore. | Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach, Tea Tree Bay, Noosa Heads Surf Club, Robert's bird sanctuary |
| Sunshine Beach Village | A relaxed coastal village vibe with cafés, restaurants, and the beautiful Sunshine Beach. Fantastic for families and beach lovers wanting a tranquil experience. | Sunshine Beach Market, Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club, Moorea Park, Sunshine Beach, Local Deli |
| Coolum Beach | A laid-back beach town with family-friendly activities, attracting surfers and beachgoers. Offers a more relaxed atmosphere compared to nearby Noosa. | Coolum Beach, Mount Coolum, Yaroomba Beach, Coolum Surfing School, Coolum Esplanade |
| Marcus Beach | A hidden gem with a quiet beach atmosphere, perfect for those wanting to escape the crowds yet be close to attractions. | Marcus Beach, Pine Forest, Local cafes, Marcus Beach Surf Club, Nature trails |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Sunshine Beach Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Sunshine Beach is an entire home: 99% of listings, with private rooms at 1%. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 57%, ahead of houses (40%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Sunshine Beach Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 99%
- Private room 1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 98.6% | 291 |
| Private room | 1.4% | 4 |
Listings by property type
Sunshine Beach Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 57%
- House 40%
- Others 1%
- Hotel/Boutique 1%
- Cabin/Outdoor <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 56.9% | 168 |
| House | 40.0% | 118 |
| Others | 1.4% | 4 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.4% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 0.3% | 1 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Sunshine Beach Have?
Most Sunshine Beach homes are built for groups: 53% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, though two-bedroom homes are the most common single size (36%).
Sunshine Beach entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
<1%
10%
36%
32%
16%
5%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 0.3% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 10.3% | 30 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.1% | 105 |
| 3 bedrooms | 32.3% | 94 |
| 4 bedrooms | 16.2% | 47 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 4.8% | 14 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Sunshine Beach
A typical one-bedroom home in Sunshine Beach earned A$52,600 over the past year, against A$120,000 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 30 | A$52,600 | A$50,000 | A$292 | 58% |
| 2 bedrooms | 105 | A$40,000 | A$51,100 | A$431 | 44% |
| 3 bedrooms | 94 | A$48,900 | A$59,000 | A$545 | 39% |
| 4 bedrooms | 47 | A$74,500 | A$84,800 | A$1,185 | 34% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 14 | A$120,000 | A$129,000 | A$1,554 | 34% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Sunshine Beach Sleep?
The most common capacity in Sunshine Beach is four guests (32% of listings), and 54% of listings sleep six or more.
Sunshine Beach listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
9%
1%
32%
3%
30%
3%
22%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 9.2% | 27 |
| 3 guests | 1.4% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 31.8% | 93 |
| 5 guests | 3.1% | 9 |
| 6 guests | 29.8% | 87 |
| 7 guests | 2.7% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 21.9% | 64 |
How Sunshine Beach Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Sunshine Beach hosts set up an average of 3.6 beds per listing. 58% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 14
- Beds per listing
- 3.6
- Show exact location
- 58%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Sunshine Beach Offer?
Pools are close to standard in Sunshine Beach: 77% of listings have one, and 97% have a washer.
Share of Sunshine Beach listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Sunshine Beach
Listings in Sunshine Beach with a hot tub earned about 80% more a year, on average, than those without: A$108,000 against A$59,500. Listings with sun loungers show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for an indoor fireplace (about 60% more). 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 Sunshine Beach 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
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 5% | A$108,000 | A$59,500 | +81% |
| Sun loungers | 19% | A$97,100 | A$53,700 | +81% |
| Indoor fireplace | 7% | A$95,600 | A$59,100 | +62% |
| Gym | 6% | A$94,500 | A$59,700 | +58% |
| BBQ grill | 68% | A$69,700 | A$45,200 | +54% |
| Outdoor furniture | 69% | A$68,900 | A$46,200 | +49% |
| Waterfront | 5% | A$88,200 | A$60,500 | +46% |
| Outdoor shower | 19% | A$81,300 | A$57,100 | +42% |
| Pool | 77% | A$65,700 | A$48,500 | +36% |
| Sound system | 10% | A$80,700 | A$59,700 | +35% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Sunshine Beach?
Most Sunshine Beach guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 31% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and New Zealand.
69% of Sunshine Beach guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 69%
- International 31%
Where Sunshine Beach guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 8.3% |
| Melbourne | 4.7% |
| Sydney | 3.5% |
| London | 2.2% |
Where Sunshine Beach guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 68.8% |
| United Kingdom | 9.3% |
| New Zealand | 6.5% |
| United States | 3.6% |
| Germany | 2.4% |
Languages spoken by Sunshine Beach guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 65.9% |
| French | 7.5% |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| German | 6.4% |
| Italian | 2.2% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 32% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.67, against 4.91 for location.
Location scores highest in Sunshine Beach; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.78 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.67 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Sunshine Beach: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly eight in ten Sunshine Beach 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 31 to 90 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Sunshine Beach listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 52%
- 181-270 days 26%
- 91-180 days 19%
- 31-90 days 4%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 51.9% | 153 |
| 181-270 days | 25.8% | 76 |
| 91-180 days | 18.6% | 55 |
| 31-90 days | 3.7% | 11 |
Days a year Sunshine Beach listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 19%
- 91-180 days 29%
- 31-90 days 33%
- 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.4% | 13 |
| 181-270 days | 18.6% | 55 |
| 91-180 days | 28.8% | 85 |
| 31-90 days | 32.5% | 96 |
| 1-30 days | 15.6% | 46 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
The average Sunshine Beach booking lasts 5.8 nights, longest in February and shortest in May. Listings took about 20 bookings each over the year, some 6,000 in all. About six in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Sunshine Beach
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.2 nights 5.9 nights 4.1 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Sunshine Beach Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Only 18% of listings in Sunshine Beach accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is four to six nights.
Minimum stay set by Sunshine Beach listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Sunshine Beach?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Sunshine Beach, used by 57% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about nine in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 8% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Sunshine Beach listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Sunshine Beach?
Nearly nine in ten Sunshine Beach listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$303. Spread over the average stay of 5.8 nights, that adds roughly A$50 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$303
- Average cleaning fee
- A$388
- Listings charging a fee
- 88.1%
- Share of gross revenue
- 9.9%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Sunshine Beach
The top-grossing Airbnb in Sunshine Beach, a five-bedroom home, took in A$306,000 over the past year, about five times the city's average of A$61,800.
Surfside - 150m to beach w/heated pool Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Azure in Sunshine Beach Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$293,687
- Occupancy
- 22.9%
- Daily rate
- A$3,841
Seaviews at Sunshine Beach 4BR, Pool Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.73 - Revenue
- A$252,636
- Occupancy
- 51.0%
- Daily rate
- A$1,347
Thirteen Bowman - Sunshine Beach, Ocean Views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- A$243,174
- Occupancy
- 51.9%
- Daily rate
- A$1,257
'Villa Ohana Pono' - Heated Pool, Rainforest Views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- A$238,081
- Occupancy
- 74.4%
- Daily rate
- A$843
Sunshine Luxury – Stunning Pool and Ocean Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.82 - Revenue
- A$209,719
- Occupancy
- 82.9%
- Daily rate
- A$660
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach Real Estate is the top-grossing host in Sunshine Beach, with A$2.79 million in bookings across 55 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 60% of its 295 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Ruby grossed A$124,000 per listing, about 2.4 times Sunshine Beach Real Estate's A$50,700.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Beach Real Estate | 55 | A$2,789,892 | A$50,725 | 4.80/5 | |
| Host Angel Noosa | 20 | A$1,747,579 | A$87,379 | 4.89/5 | |
| Noosa Beach Abodes | 15 | A$1,130,398 | A$75,360 | 4.86/5 | |
| 4 | Niche Holidays Noosa | 12 | A$904,033 | A$75,336 | 4.76/5 |
| 5 | Aspire Property Management | 25 | A$879,685 | A$35,187 | 4.65/5 |
| 6 | Team Tabi | 7 | A$784,259 | A$112,037 | 4.79/5 |
| 7 | Nathalie | 15 | A$757,238 | A$50,483 | 4.89/5 |
| 8 | Holiday Homes @ Noosa | 8 | A$662,440 | A$82,805 | 4.91/5 |
| 9 | Ruby | 5 | A$618,780 | A$123,756 | 4.93/5 |
| 10 | Derek | 14 | A$531,010 | A$37,929 | 5.00/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Sunshine Beach?
Professional management companies run 31% of Sunshine Beach listings and owners run the rest. 73% 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 89% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 73.2%
- Professional management
- 30.5%
- Cohosted listings
- 16.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 58.3%
- Simplified Pricing
- 88.8%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Sunshine Beach
3 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Sunshine Beach, and companies run 39% of its 295 active listings. Aspire Property Management is the largest, with 25 listings and an average guest rating of 4.66; the next largest are Niche Holidays and Team Tabi. Among the three largest, Team Tabi's homes rate highest, at 4.81.
The three largest run 15% of Sunshine Beach's listings
Share of Sunshine Beach's 295 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Aspire Property Management 8% · 25
- Niche Holidays 4% · 13
- Team Tabi 2% · 7
- All other listings 85%
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 Queensland, with a profile of each.
Nearby markets
Sunshine Beach vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 31 km, Noosa Heads (3 km away) earned the most per listing, about 25% more than Sunshine Beach. Sunrise Beach was the busiest, booked on 48% of nights against 42% in Sunshine Beach.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Beach 1 km | 104 | A$71,586 | A$520 | 48% |
| Noosa Heads 3 km | 1,028 | A$77,053 | A$610 | 47% |
| Noosaville 4 km | 101 | A$37,952 | A$406 | 39% |
| Tewantin 8 km | 70 | A$38,644 | A$349 | 44% |
| Peregian Beach 8 km | 141 | A$47,392 | A$533 | 37% |
| Noosa Shire 10 km | 187 | A$45,385 | A$417 | 40% |
| Maroochydore 28 km | 105 | A$35,607 | A$358 | 44% |
| Sunshine Coast Regional 31 km | 2,836 | A$50,799 | A$391 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Queensland
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data 4,480 listings
- Gold Coast City Airbnb data 4,348 listings
- Cairns Airbnb data 843 listings
- Surfers Paradise Airbnb data 735 listings
- Port Douglas Airbnb data 668 listings
- Airlie Beach Airbnb data 407 listings
- Whitsunday Regional Airbnb data 397 listings
- Townsville Airbnb data 368 listings
See all 134 Queensland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Sunshine Beach
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Sunshine Beach:
- Byron Bay Airbnb data NSW · A$648/night · 42.1%
- Suffolk Park Airbnb data NSW · A$624/night · 43.6%
- Kangaroo Valley Airbnb data NSW · A$568/night · 41.8%
- Byron Shire Council Airbnb data NSW · A$679/night · 43.5%
- Casuarina Beach Airbnb data NSW · A$598/night · 38.3%
- The Council of the Municipality of Kiama Airbnb data NSW · A$691/night · 43.2%
FAQ
Sunshine Beach Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Sunshine Beach?
An active Sunshine Beach Airbnb grossed A$61,802 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 295 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$9,810 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Sunshine Beach listings earn between A$3,550 and A$9,810 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$15,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Sunshine Beach?
Listings in Sunshine Beach were booked on 42% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Sunshine Beach?
The average booked night in Sunshine Beach cost A$623 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$365 and A$680, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
None of the active Sunshine Beach listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Sunshine Beach?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Sunshine Beach Airbnb grossed A$61,802 in the 12 months to September 2026, 27% above the Queensland average of A$48,565. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$39,822 a year (about A$3,320 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$5,340 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Sunshine Beach?
December usually pays best, averaging A$10,900 per active listing over the past two years, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Sunshine Beach?
Each night a Sunshine Beach listing was open to book earned A$242 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$454 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Sunshine Beach?
Sunshine Beach stays were booked 80 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Sunshine Beach?
The average Sunshine Beach Airbnb stay lasted 5.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 20 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Sunshine Beach rated?
Guests rate Sunshine Beach Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Sunshine Beach?
Noosa National Park, Sunshine Beach Village and Coolum Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Sunshine Beach. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Sunshine Beach?
AirROI counted 295 active Airbnb listings in Sunshine Beach as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Sunrise Beach, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Sunshine Beach?
In Sunshine Beach, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$303.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 295 active Airbnb listings in Sunshine Beach 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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