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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Adelaide, SA Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Adelaide brought in A$47,153 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 16% more than the South Australia average of A$40,737.
The short answer
Adelaide Airbnb Market at a Glance
Bookings in Adelaide run ahead of the South Australia average at similar prices. Listings averaged A$317 a night and were booked on 49% of available nights, against A$325 and 43% for the South Australia average.
December, usually the best month, brings in about 81% more per listing than May, usually the slowest.
With 3,189 active listings, Adelaide is the largest of 81 South Australia markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, the number of active listings shrank 4%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Adelaide?
Gross bookings per Adelaide listing averaged A$47,153 over the 12 months to September 2026 (South Australia average: A$40,737), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Adelaide listing brings in A$6,640 in December, its best month, and A$3,670 in May, its slowest. August runs within 2% of May, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 32% 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 2.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$9,260+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$6,310 or more, roughly A$2,300 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$3,980 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$2,130 or less, about half 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 1.8 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$6,680 A$3,530
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$4,850. 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.
Adelaide 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 rates peaked in April 2026 and bookings in January 2026, so the best-paying month is not always the busiest or the priciest.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$3,918 | 47.4% | A$286 | A$131 | 41 days | 5.3 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$4,783 | 52.9% | A$298 | A$154 | 53 days | 5.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$5,470 | 57.0% | A$313 | A$182 | 71 days | 5.2 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$6,681 | 57.6% | A$348 | A$216 | 100 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$6,153 | 57.6% | A$332 | A$198 | 64 days | 6.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$5,010 | 55.1% | A$323 | A$179 | 64 days | 5.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$5,611 | 56.2% | A$326 | A$181 | 60 days | 4.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$5,485 | 49.2% | A$350 | A$183 | 86 days | 4.4 nights |
| May 2026 | A$3,824 | 42.7% | A$300 | A$123 | 39 days | 5.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$3,949 | 44.1% | A$306 | A$132 | 34 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$4,574 | 44.4% | A$312 | A$148 | 38 days | 6.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$3,906 | 43.7% | A$303 | A$126 | 37 days | 4.9 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 Adelaide home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Adelaide Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Adelaide Airbnb took in A$47,153 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,540 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$4,060 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$4,820 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,940 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,180 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.
Adelaide Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$42,333 | A$67,090 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay10% of Adelaide bookings | A$4,820 | A$7,640 |
| Gross bookings | A$47,153 | A$74,730 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Adelaide listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$6,470 | −A$10,250 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$4,820 | −A$7,640 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,360 | −A$3,740 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$940 | −A$1,490 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,410 | −A$2,240 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$470 | −A$470 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$240 | −A$240 |
| 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 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$16,710 | −A$26,070 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$30,443about A$2,540 a month | A$48,660about A$4,060 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Adelaide Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Adelaide'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 Adelaide 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 Adelaide's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Adelaide listings are booked on 73% or more of their nights, against 52% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$250 adds about A$2,510 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$365 a night or more, against a median of A$250. 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$4,230 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about A$6,640, against A$3,670 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Adelaide listings average 4.80 stars, and 50% 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$6,230 a month, against A$3,930 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Adelaide?
Adelaide listings were booked on 49% of the nights they were open over the past year, 6 percentage points above the South Australia average (43%) and 6 points above the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 57% in January and falls to 43% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about three times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 87%+ of open nights, 35 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 73% or more, roughly five nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 52% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 28% or less, roughly two nights a week.
January is usually the busiest month in Adelaide, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 51% 58% 43%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Adelaide?
The average nightly rate in Adelaide, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$317 over the past year, about the same as the South Australia average (A$325) and about 18% below the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in December at about A$350 and bottom out in September at about A$275.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.1 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$545+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$365 or more, about A$120 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$250 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$175 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
December rates run 28% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$354 A$264
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$307.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Adelaide?
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 Adelaide it averaged A$156 over the past year, from about A$119 in a typical May to about A$214 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$271+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$191 or more, about A$60 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$131 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$79 or less, about 60% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 1.8 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$216 A$114
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$160.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Adelaide
Adelaide has one high season, December through April, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from May to September. A listing earns about 52% more a month in December through February than in June through August.
Average revenue by month in Adelaide
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$6,640 A$3,670
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$4,850.
Revenue by month in Adelaide in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | A$6,250 |
| February | High season | A$5,000 |
| March | High season | A$5,580 |
| April | High season | A$5,480 |
| May | Low season | A$3,670 |
| June | Low season | A$3,750 |
| July | Low season | A$4,290 |
| August | Low season | A$3,730 |
| September | Low season | A$3,980 |
| October | Shoulder season | A$4,620 |
| November | Shoulder season | A$5,220 |
| December | High season | A$6,640 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–April | A$5,790 | 56% | A$332 |
| Shoulder seasonOctober–November | A$4,920 | 54% | A$293 |
| Low seasonMay–September | A$3,880 | 45% | A$289 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Adelaide?
Guests book Adelaide stays 61 days ahead on average (about nine weeks), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 86 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 34 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-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 53 days 100 days 34 days
The 12-month figure of 61 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 Adelaide
None of the 3,189 active listings in Adelaide 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 Adelaide.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Adelaide
AirROI's area guide picks seven Adelaide neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Adelaide CBD, North Adelaide and Henley 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide CBD | The Adelaide CBD is the heart of the city, offering a mix of culture, dining, shopping, and business. It is ideal for both tourists and business travelers, with easy access to major attractions. | Rundle Mall, Adelaide Central Market, Art Gallery of South Australia, South Australian Museum, Adelaide Convention Centre |
| North Adelaide | North Adelaide is known for its charming streets, historic homes, and access to parks. It's a more residential area but close to the city, making it appealing for families and couples. | Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide Oval, St Peter's Cathedral, Brougham Place, Lindsay Park |
| Henley Beach | Henley Beach offers a relaxed beach lifestyle with stunning sunsets and a vibrant dining scene. It's popular with families and tourists looking for a coastal escape. | Henley Beach Jetty, Henley Square, East Beach, Henley Beach Marina, Henley Beach Park |
| Gouger Street | Famous for its diverse dining options and vibrant culinary scene, Gouger Street is a hotspot for foodies and attracts tourists looking to experience Adelaide's multicultural cuisine. | Chinatown, Adelaide Central Market, Restaurants and cafes, Food and wine experiences, Street festivals |
| Sefton Park | A family-friendly suburb with spacious parks and community-oriented living. It's gaining popularity among families and long-term visitors due to its quieter atmosphere. | Sefton Park, Local parks, Community events, Family-friendly activities, Dining options nearby |
| Mawson Lakes | A modern suburb with a lakeside community feel, Mawson Lakes appeals to those seeking a more suburban lifestyle while still being close to the city. | Mawson Lakes School, Mawson Lakes Plaza, Walking trails, Lakeside parks, Community events |
| Brighton | Brighton is a beautiful coastal suburb known for its sandy beaches and relaxed atmosphere. It's a favorite among locals and visitors for beach activities and relaxation. | Brighton Beach, Brighton Jetty, Brighton Road shops, Beachfront cafes, Brighton recreational parks |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Adelaide Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 89% of listings in Adelaide, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in nine (11%) rents out a single room. Houses are the most common property type at 50%, ahead of apartments and condos (40%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Adelaide Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 89%
- Private room 11%
- Hotel room <1%
- Shared room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 89.1% | 2,841 |
| Private room | 10.7% | 340 |
| Hotel room | 0.2% | 5 |
| Shared room | 0.1% | 3 |
Listings by property type
Adelaide Airbnb listings by property type
- House 50%
- Apartment/Condo 40%
- Hotel/Boutique 5%
- Others 3%
- Cabin/Outdoor 1%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 49.7% | 1,585 |
| Apartment/Condo | 40.4% | 1,288 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 5.2% | 165 |
| Others | 3.2% | 102 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 1.4% | 45 |
| Unique stay | 0.1% | 4 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Adelaide Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Adelaide (36% of entire homes), and 35% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 2,810 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Adelaide entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
5%
24%
36%
23%
9%
3%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.7% | 131 |
| 1 bedroom | 24.0% | 675 |
| 2 bedrooms | 36.1% | 1,015 |
| 3 bedrooms | 22.5% | 634 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.3% | 261 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.4% | 96 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Adelaide
A typical studio in Adelaide earned A$27,100 over the past year, against A$75,400 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 131 | A$27,100 | A$28,000 | A$176 | 53% |
| 1 bedroom | 675 | A$32,100 | A$35,900 | A$228 | 51% |
| 2 bedrooms | 1,015 | A$43,100 | A$48,500 | A$301 | 52% |
| 3 bedrooms | 634 | A$54,100 | A$59,300 | A$402 | 49% |
| 4 bedrooms | 261 | A$64,300 | A$79,600 | A$581 | 43% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 96 | A$75,400 | A$104,000 | A$785 | 43% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Adelaide Sleep?
The most common capacity in Adelaide is four guests (29% of listings), and 36% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 2,900 listings with a guest capacity on file (91% of the market).
Adelaide listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
<1%
23%
6%
29%
7%
17%
3%
15%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.3% | 8 |
| 2 guests | 22.7% | 658 |
| 3 guests | 5.5% | 161 |
| 4 guests | 28.8% | 835 |
| 5 guests | 7.1% | 207 |
| 6 guests | 17.4% | 505 |
| 7 guests | 3.1% | 89 |
| 8+ guests | 15.1% | 439 |
How Adelaide Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Adelaide hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 37% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 2.8
- Show exact location
- 37%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Adelaide Offer?
Self check-in is close to standard in Adelaide: 77% of listings offer it, and 76% offer free parking on site.
Share of Adelaide listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Adelaide
Listings in Adelaide with self check-in earned about 80% more a year, on average, than those without: A$52,600 against A$29,200. Listings with a pool view show about the same gap. The gap is smaller for an outdoor kitchen (about 65% 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 Adelaide 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self check-in | 77% | A$52,600 | A$29,200 | +80% |
| Pool view | 1% | A$83,000 | A$46,700 | +78% |
| Outdoor kitchen | 3% | A$77,200 | A$46,300 | +67% |
| Outdoor furniture | 54% | A$57,900 | A$34,800 | +66% |
| Kayak | 1% | A$77,000 | A$46,800 | +64% |
| EV charger | 2% | A$75,600 | A$46,600 | +62% |
| Free parking on premises | 76% | A$51,700 | A$32,200 | +61% |
| Ocean view | 6% | A$73,000 | A$45,600 | +60% |
| Waterfront | 7% | A$71,200 | A$45,300 | +57% |
| Patio or balcony | 62% | A$54,600 | A$35,200 | +55% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Adelaide?
Most Adelaide guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 19% of those who left reviews live outside Australia, led by visitors from the United Kingdom and the United States.
81% of Adelaide guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 81%
- International 19%
Where Adelaide guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Adelaide | 6.8% |
| Melbourne | 6.8% |
| Sydney | 3.6% |
Where Adelaide guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 80.6% |
| United Kingdom | 5.3% |
| United States | 3.0% |
| New Zealand | 2.4% |
| Canada | 1.1% |
Languages spoken by Adelaide guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 68.2% |
| French | 5.7% |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| Chinese | 4.1% |
| German | 3.7% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Adelaide?
Adelaide Airbnbs average 4.80 stars, and 50% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.73, against 4.90 for host communication. Listings here carry long review histories, about 86 reviews each on average.
Communication scores highest in Adelaide; 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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.90 |
| Location | 4.87 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.73 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Adelaide: Stays, Rules and Fees
More than six in ten Adelaide listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 40% 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 Adelaide listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 30%
- 181-270 days 31%
- 91-180 days 30%
- 31-90 days 9%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 30.1% | 960 |
| 181-270 days | 31.2% | 995 |
| 91-180 days | 29.8% | 950 |
| 31-90 days | 8.5% | 272 |
| 1-30 days | 0.4% | 12 |
Days a year Adelaide listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 10%
- 181-270 days 30%
- 91-180 days 31%
- 31-90 days 19%
- 1-30 days 10%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 9.9% | 317 |
| 181-270 days | 29.9% | 953 |
| 91-180 days | 31.4% | 1,000 |
| 31-90 days | 18.8% | 598 |
| 1-30 days | 10.1% | 321 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Adelaide?
The average Adelaide booking lasts 5.6 nights, longest in January and shortest in April. Listings took about 28 bookings each over the year, some 89,000 in all. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Adelaide
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5.2 nights 6 nights 4.3 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Adelaide Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
More than two-thirds of listings in Adelaide accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Adelaide 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 Adelaide?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Adelaide, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. About half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 45% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Adelaide listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Adelaide?
Nearly nine in ten Adelaide listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is A$150, and some higher fees lift the average to A$213. Spread over the average stay of 5.6 nights, that adds roughly A$25 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 10% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$150
- Average cleaning fee
- A$213
- Listings charging a fee
- 86.5%
- Share of gross revenue
- 10.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Adelaide
The top-grossing Airbnb in Adelaide, a four-bedroom home, took in A$623,000 over the past year, about 13 times the city's average of A$47,200. One of the top-grossing listings, a two-bedroom unit at A$1,864 a night (about 3.4 times the A$545 that puts a listing in the top 10% here), is left out below: a price like that usually means it covers several rooms or units, or that it is misrecorded.
Swainson on Third Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.81 
Swainson on Lady Gowrie Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- A$405,821
- Occupancy
- 69.3%
- Daily rate
- A$1,943
180° Beach Front Views, Infinity Pool Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- A$373,055
- Occupancy
- 39.8%
- Daily rate
- A$2,155
Swainson on Lexington - 200m to Beach! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.59 - Revenue
- A$369,875
- Occupancy
- 61.6%
- Daily rate
- A$1,557
Luxury Beachfront Home - Heated Pool, Spa, Sauna! Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.92 - Revenue
- A$369,243
- Occupancy
- 78.6%
- Daily rate
- A$1,264
Swainson on Lexington - 200m to Beach! Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.30 - Revenue
- A$357,646
- Occupancy
- 46.2%
- Daily rate
- A$1,683
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Adelaide?
Phil is the top-grossing host in Adelaide, with A$9.30 million in bookings across 35 listings over the past year. Hosting here is fragmented: the ten top-grossing hosts run just 12% of the market's 3,189 listings. Phil also earns more per listing than any other host on the list.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil | 35 | A$9,298,786 | A$265,680 | 4.54/5 | |
| Janet And Marcus Hometime | 57 | A$4,597,615 | A$80,660 | 4.84/5 | |
| David Central Escape | 96 | A$4,418,337 | A$46,024 | 4.89/5 | |
| 4 | Hometime South Australia Account 1 | 35 | A$3,249,093 | A$92,831 | 4.66/5 |
| 5 | Julie | 51 | A$3,204,272 | A$62,829 | 4.69/5 |
| 6 | Lucy | 21 | A$2,695,776 | A$128,370 | 4.95/5 |
| 7 | Kiara & Team - Hometime SA | 24 | A$2,058,766 | A$85,782 | 4.71/5 |
| 8 | Krystal | 19 | A$1,934,190 | A$101,799 | 4.95/5 |
| 9 | Hometime South Australia Account 2 | 18 | A$1,895,161 | A$105,287 | 4.74/5 |
| 10 | Hometime South Australia Account 3 | 20 | A$1,872,916 | A$93,646 | 4.70/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Adelaide?
Professional management companies run 16% of Adelaide listings and owners run the rest, though 39% of listings have a co-host. Superhosts run 53% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 26% 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 86% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 53.2%
- Professional management
- 16.2%
- Cohosted listings
- 39.3%
- Instant Book enabled
- 25.6%
- Simplified Pricing
- 85.7%
Largest Airbnb Management Companies in Adelaide
12 management companies run five or more active Airbnb listings in Adelaide, and companies run 21% of its 3,189 active listings. Hometime is the largest, with 224 listings and an average guest rating of 4.74; the next largest are Central Escape, Mydeerhome, Pinkey Homes and Pinkey Homes. Among the five largest, Central Escape's homes rate highest, at 4.89.
The five largest run 17% of Adelaide's listings
Share of Adelaide's 3,189 active Airbnb listings each company runs as host or co-host
- Hometime 7% · 224
- Central Escape 4% · 112
- Mydeerhome 3% · 85
- Pinkey Homes 2% · 61
- Pinkey Homes 2% · 52
- All other listings 83%
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 all 12 companies ranked in the Adelaide Airbnb management ranking, with how their homes earn against similar ones.
Nearby markets
Adelaide vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 53 km, Stirling (15 km away, 43 listings) earned the most per listing, about 23% more than Adelaide.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenelg 4 km | 53 | A$39,237 | A$344 | 45% |
| Stirling 15 km | 43 | A$58,137 | A$465 | 41% |
| Adelaide Hills Council 16 km | 63 | A$54,505 | A$392 | 49% |
| Hahndorf 23 km | 53 | A$57,466 | A$360 | 51% |
| Mount Barker 29 km | 31 | A$37,160 | A$257 | 51% |
| Aldinga Beach 35 km | 32 | A$41,792 | A$501 | 37% |
| Lyndoch 52 km | 33 | A$57,223 | A$533 | 36% |
| Carrickalinga 53 km | 99 | A$25,934 | A$373 | 30% |
Other Airbnb Markets in South Australia
- Robe Airbnb data 287 listings
- Copper Coast Council Airbnb data 143 listings
- Middleton Airbnb data 142 listings
- Port Elliot Airbnb data 139 listings
- Victor Harbor Airbnb data 133 listings
- Mount Gambier Airbnb data 122 listings
- Normanville Airbnb data 117 listings
- Port Lincoln Airbnb data 117 listings
See all 81 South Australia Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Adelaide
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Adelaide:
- Darwin Airbnb data NT · A$309/night · 48.4%
- Rockhampton Airbnb data QLD · A$296/night · 48.7%
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data QLD · A$331/night · 47.1%
- South Yarra Airbnb data VIC · A$292/night · 48.0%
- Orange Airbnb data NSW · A$313/night · 45.9%
- Dubbo Airbnb data NSW · A$324/night · 46.0%
FAQ
Adelaide Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Adelaide?
An active Adelaide Airbnb grossed A$47,153 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 3,189 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$6,310 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Adelaide?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Adelaide listings earn between A$2,130 and A$6,310 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$9,260 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 Adelaide?
Listings in Adelaide were booked on 49% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 43% for the South Australia average. January is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Adelaide?
The average booked night in Adelaide cost A$317 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$175 and A$365, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Adelaide?
None of the active Adelaide 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 Adelaide?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Adelaide Airbnb grossed A$47,153 in the 12 months to September 2026, 16% above the South Australia average of A$40,737. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$30,443 a year (about A$2,540 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$4,060 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Adelaide?
December usually pays best, averaging A$6,640 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 Adelaide?
Each night a Adelaide listing was open to book earned A$156 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$271 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Adelaide?
Adelaide stays were booked 61 days (about nine weeks) 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 Adelaide?
The average Adelaide Airbnb stay lasted 5.6 nights over the past year. A listing took 28 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Adelaide rated?
Guests rate Adelaide Airbnbs 4.80 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Adelaide?
Adelaide CBD, North Adelaide and Henley Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Adelaide. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Adelaide?
AirROI counted 3,189 active Airbnb listings in Adelaide as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Glenelg, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Adelaide?
In Adelaide, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is A$150, and some higher fees lift the average to A$213.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 3,189 active Airbnb listings in Adelaide 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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