Top 100 Best Places in Canada to Invest in Airbnb & Short-Term Rentals (2025)

Source: AirROI

Last updated: 2025-09-01

Unlock high-ROI opportunities in Canada‘s booming short-term rental (STR) market. This 2025 Airbnb investment guide from AirROI leverages cutting-edge Airbnb data analytics to pinpoint the most profitable cities for Airbnb and vacation rental entrepreneurs. Whether you’re scaling your portfolio or making your first STR investment, discover markets with strong rental demand, high revenue potential, and favorable regulations. We are committed to providing trustworthy insights based on comprehensive market analysis, and you can learn more about our rigorous approach to data accuracy.

Our STR market analysis dives deep into key performance indicators like monthly revenue, average daily rates (ADR), occupancy trends, property counts, and regulatory landscapes across Canada. We go beyond simple rankings to provide the context you need for informed investment decisions using reliable Airbnb data.

Explore the data-driven insights below to identify the premier short-term rental investment hotspots and high ROI Airbnb markets in Canada for 2025.

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Top Short-Term Rental Markets in Canada

Rank:#1Market:TorontoCountry:CanadaProperties:10,846Monthly Revenue:$1566.91Daily Rate (ADR):$146.89Occupancy:47.64%Regulation:Low
Rank:#2Market:MontrealCountry:CanadaProperties:6,767Monthly Revenue:$1779.04Daily Rate (ADR):$149.84Occupancy:48.26%Regulation:Moderate
Rank:#3Market:CalgaryCountry:CanadaProperties:4,127Monthly Revenue:$1415.98Daily Rate (ADR):$119.10Occupancy:49.27%Regulation:Moderate
Rank:#4Market:VancouverCountry:CanadaProperties:3,940Monthly Revenue:$2451.50Daily Rate (ADR):$188.52Occupancy:54.83%Regulation:Moderate
Rank:#5Market:EdmontonCountry:CanadaProperties:2,642Monthly Revenue:$1055.53Daily Rate (ADR):$88.27Occupancy:49.06%Regulation:Low
Rank:#6Market:Whistler Resort MunicipalityCountry:CanadaProperties:2,250Monthly Revenue:$4066.41Daily Rate (ADR):$371.42Occupancy:43.25%Regulation:Low
Rank:#7Market:OttawaCountry:CanadaProperties:1,903Monthly Revenue:$1205.40Daily Rate (ADR):$107.17Occupancy:47.82%Regulation:Low
Rank:#8Market:QuebecCountry:CanadaProperties:1,885Monthly Revenue:$2032.85Daily Rate (ADR):$155.71Occupancy:49.19%Regulation:Low
Rank:#9Market:MississaugaCountry:CanadaProperties:1,735Monthly Revenue:$967.54Daily Rate (ADR):$100.29Occupancy:43.48%Regulation:Low
Rank:#10Market:CanmoreCountry:CanadaProperties:1,710Monthly Revenue:$5406.83Daily Rate (ADR):$303.95Occupancy:59.92%Regulation:Low
Rank:#11Market:Niagara FallsCountry:CanadaProperties:1,105Monthly Revenue:$1725.58Daily Rate (ADR):$175.43Occupancy:38.79%Regulation:Low
Rank:#12Market:SurreyCountry:CanadaProperties:1,100Monthly Revenue:$1141.71Daily Rate (ADR):$118.02Occupancy:42.48%Regulation:Low
Rank:#13Market:WinnipegCountry:CanadaProperties:1,084Monthly Revenue:$1045.08Daily Rate (ADR):$92.50Occupancy:47.94%Regulation:Low
Rank:#14Market:Mont-TremblantCountry:CanadaProperties:1,078Monthly Revenue:$2766.00Daily Rate (ADR):$278.65Occupancy:38.55%Regulation:Low
Rank:#15Market:HamiltonCountry:CanadaProperties:969Monthly Revenue:$1139.66Daily Rate (ADR):$124.31Occupancy:43.49%Regulation:Low
Rank:#16Market:BramptonCountry:CanadaProperties:895Monthly Revenue:$757.62Daily Rate (ADR):$95.98Occupancy:38.08%Regulation:Low
Rank:#17Market:RichmondCountry:CanadaProperties:843Monthly Revenue:$988.48Daily Rate (ADR):$126.14Occupancy:39.99%Regulation:Low
Rank:#18Market:Richmond HillCountry:CanadaProperties:785Monthly Revenue:$1060.92Daily Rate (ADR):$115.69Occupancy:40.98%Regulation:Low
Rank:#19Market:HalifaxCountry:CanadaProperties:781Monthly Revenue:$1769.88Daily Rate (ADR):$137.85Occupancy:52.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#20Market:LondonCountry:CanadaProperties:721Monthly Revenue:$947.92Daily Rate (ADR):$90.79Occupancy:45.34%Regulation:Low
Rank:#21Market:The Blue MountainsCountry:CanadaProperties:641Monthly Revenue:$2860.28Daily Rate (ADR):$299.97Occupancy:35.62%Regulation:Low
Rank:#22Market:KelownaCountry:CanadaProperties:638Monthly Revenue:$1816.56Daily Rate (ADR):$210.67Occupancy:45.35%Regulation:Low
Rank:#23Market:Saint John'sCountry:CanadaProperties:614Monthly Revenue:$1778.45Daily Rate (ADR):$148.47Occupancy:50.90%Regulation:Low
Rank:#24Market:GatineauCountry:CanadaProperties:603Monthly Revenue:$869.46Daily Rate (ADR):$79.35Occupancy:45.65%Regulation:Low
Rank:#25Market:SaskatoonCountry:CanadaProperties:601Monthly Revenue:$1040.52Daily Rate (ADR):$78.05Occupancy:54.25%Regulation:Low
Rank:#26Market:KitchenerCountry:CanadaProperties:562Monthly Revenue:$953.50Daily Rate (ADR):$88.66Occupancy:47.43%Regulation:Low
Rank:#27Market:BurnabyCountry:CanadaProperties:549Monthly Revenue:$1242.63Daily Rate (ADR):$124.16Occupancy:47.36%Regulation:Low
Rank:#28Market:Kawartha LakesCountry:CanadaProperties:547Monthly Revenue:$2173.50Daily Rate (ADR):$291.01Occupancy:35.11%Regulation:Low
Rank:#29Market:District of North VancouverCountry:CanadaProperties:539Monthly Revenue:$1884.44Daily Rate (ADR):$177.38Occupancy:52.82%Regulation:Low
Rank:#30Market:WindsorCountry:CanadaProperties:525Monthly Revenue:$940.88Daily Rate (ADR):$90.83Occupancy:44.50%Regulation:Low
Rank:#31Market:Area E (Beaverdell/West Boundary)Country:CanadaProperties:508Monthly Revenue:$2206.58Daily Rate (ADR):$314.87Occupancy:40.22%Regulation:Low
Rank:#32Market:VictoriaCountry:CanadaProperties:488Monthly Revenue:$1154.95Daily Rate (ADR):$131.70Occupancy:46.57%Regulation:Low
Rank:#33Market:LongueuilCountry:CanadaProperties:485Monthly Revenue:$1273.83Daily Rate (ADR):$123.00Occupancy:45.63%Regulation:Moderate
Rank:#34Market:Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake)Country:CanadaProperties:484Monthly Revenue:$3457.81Daily Rate (ADR):$251.61Occupancy:52.61%Regulation:Low
Rank:#35Market:SaanichCountry:CanadaProperties:481Monthly Revenue:$1549.76Daily Rate (ADR):$132.44Occupancy:53.32%Regulation:Low
Rank:#36Market:MarkhamCountry:CanadaProperties:464Monthly Revenue:$685.21Daily Rate (ADR):$82.27Occupancy:41.24%Regulation:Low
Rank:#37Market:Petite-Rivière-Saint-FrançoisCountry:CanadaProperties:440Monthly Revenue:$2451.47Daily Rate (ADR):$297.38Occupancy:33.30%Regulation:Low
Rank:#38Market:Area F (Columbia Lake/Windermere Lake)Country:CanadaProperties:438Monthly Revenue:$2544.16Daily Rate (ADR):$238.67Occupancy:42.02%Regulation:Low
Rank:#39Market:Niagara-on-the-LakeCountry:CanadaProperties:438Monthly Revenue:$3108.69Daily Rate (ADR):$277.67Occupancy:41.51%Regulation:Low
Rank:#40Market:NanaimoCountry:CanadaProperties:416Monthly Revenue:$1360.69Daily Rate (ADR):$123.02Occupancy:51.34%Regulation:Moderate
Rank:#41Market:ReginaCountry:CanadaProperties:404Monthly Revenue:$898.14Daily Rate (ADR):$77.97Occupancy:48.49%Regulation:Low
Rank:#42Market:Prince EdwardCountry:CanadaProperties:402Monthly Revenue:$2707.56Daily Rate (ADR):$323.16Occupancy:41.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#43Market:Lambton ShoresCountry:CanadaProperties:400Monthly Revenue:$2082.99Daily Rate (ADR):$267.93Occupancy:35.54%Regulation:Low
Rank:#44Market:OakvilleCountry:CanadaProperties:399Monthly Revenue:$1264.25Daily Rate (ADR):$130.22Occupancy:43.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#45Market:Township of LangleyCountry:CanadaProperties:396Monthly Revenue:$1494.80Daily Rate (ADR):$140.92Occupancy:48.03%Regulation:Low
Rank:#46Market:WaterlooCountry:CanadaProperties:372Monthly Revenue:$716.29Daily Rate (ADR):$82.35Occupancy:42.56%Regulation:Low
Rank:#47Market:West KelownaCountry:CanadaProperties:371Monthly Revenue:$2302.94Daily Rate (ADR):$238.64Occupancy:46.07%Regulation:Low
Rank:#48Market:MonctonCountry:CanadaProperties:368Monthly Revenue:$1098.79Daily Rate (ADR):$122.25Occupancy:42.78%Regulation:Low
Rank:#49Market:InnisfilCountry:CanadaProperties:365Monthly Revenue:$1796.78Daily Rate (ADR):$217.73Occupancy:36.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#50Market:Municipality of Northern Bruce PeninsulaCountry:CanadaProperties:365Monthly Revenue:$2151.55Daily Rate (ADR):$236.22Occupancy:42.80%Regulation:Low
Rank:#51Market:Muskoka Lakes TownshipCountry:CanadaProperties:365Monthly Revenue:$2599.82Daily Rate (ADR):$439.83Occupancy:34.79%Regulation:Low
Rank:#52Market:UclueletCountry:CanadaProperties:361Monthly Revenue:$3236.54Daily Rate (ADR):$228.85Occupancy:50.42%Regulation:Low
Rank:#53Market:Sun Peaks Mountain Resort MunicipalityCountry:CanadaProperties:353Monthly Revenue:$2614.89Daily Rate (ADR):$298.18Occupancy:37.68%Regulation:Low
Rank:#54Market:Juan de Fuca Electoral AreaCountry:CanadaProperties:348Monthly Revenue:$2869.62Daily Rate (ADR):$239.84Occupancy:45.97%Regulation:Low
Rank:#55Market:CharlottetownCountry:CanadaProperties:346Monthly Revenue:$1676.67Daily Rate (ADR):$172.44Occupancy:47.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#56Market:Wasaga BeachCountry:CanadaProperties:343Monthly Revenue:$1168.99Daily Rate (ADR):$228.95Occupancy:30.45%Regulation:Low
Rank:#57Market:North VancouverCountry:CanadaProperties:340Monthly Revenue:$1996.05Daily Rate (ADR):$147.96Occupancy:56.79%Regulation:Low
Rank:#58Market:VaughanCountry:CanadaProperties:338Monthly Revenue:$963.26Daily Rate (ADR):$105.70Occupancy:42.01%Regulation:Low
Rank:#59Market:TofinoCountry:CanadaProperties:331Monthly Revenue:$4868.75Daily Rate (ADR):$293.26Occupancy:56.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#60Market:BarrieCountry:CanadaProperties:327Monthly Revenue:$1062.79Daily Rate (ADR):$119.14Occupancy:40.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#61Market:West VancouverCountry:CanadaProperties:312Monthly Revenue:$2573.88Daily Rate (ADR):$284.70Occupancy:44.31%Regulation:Low
Rank:#62Market:HuntsvilleCountry:CanadaProperties:312Monthly Revenue:$2817.56Daily Rate (ADR):$287.76Occupancy:40.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#63Market:Greater SudburyCountry:CanadaProperties:301Monthly Revenue:$1280.42Daily Rate (ADR):$120.11Occupancy:47.85%Regulation:Low
Rank:#64Market:Thunder BayCountry:CanadaProperties:301Monthly Revenue:$1192.40Daily Rate (ADR):$96.04Occupancy:52.66%Regulation:Low
Rank:#65Market:PentictonCountry:CanadaProperties:300Monthly Revenue:$1880.45Daily Rate (ADR):$201.69Occupancy:46.88%Regulation:Low
Rank:#66Market:KingstonCountry:CanadaProperties:297Monthly Revenue:$1741.79Daily Rate (ADR):$142.28Occupancy:51.72%Regulation:Low
Rank:#67Market:RevelstokeCountry:CanadaProperties:292Monthly Revenue:$2907.53Daily Rate (ADR):$268.39Occupancy:46.26%Regulation:Low
Rank:#68Market:Port ColborneCountry:CanadaProperties:290Monthly Revenue:$1335.91Daily Rate (ADR):$241.72Occupancy:35.09%Regulation:Low
Rank:#69Market:Salt Spring Island Electoral AreaCountry:CanadaProperties:286Monthly Revenue:$2017.40Daily Rate (ADR):$176.59Occupancy:49.40%Regulation:Low
Rank:#70Market:LangfordCountry:CanadaProperties:280Monthly Revenue:$1891.22Daily Rate (ADR):$150.84Occupancy:53.94%Regulation:Low
Rank:#71Market:Saint-CômeCountry:CanadaProperties:279Monthly Revenue:$2413.77Daily Rate (ADR):$229.93Occupancy:39.05%Regulation:Low
Rank:#72Market:CoquitlamCountry:CanadaProperties:272Monthly Revenue:$1161.13Daily Rate (ADR):$101.66Occupancy:47.30%Regulation:Low
Rank:#73Market:St. CatharinesCountry:CanadaProperties:272Monthly Revenue:$1806.47Daily Rate (ADR):$161.81Occupancy:45.17%Regulation:Low
Rank:#74Market:KamloopsCountry:CanadaProperties:270Monthly Revenue:$1253.70Daily Rate (ADR):$104.37Occupancy:54.25%Regulation:Low
Rank:#75Market:Laval (administrative region)Country:CanadaProperties:261Monthly Revenue:$1207.30Daily Rate (ADR):$111.15Occupancy:45.87%Regulation:Low
Rank:#76Market:Oro-MedonteCountry:CanadaProperties:258Monthly Revenue:$1579.85Daily Rate (ADR):$201.05Occupancy:37.18%Regulation:Low
Rank:#77Market:Area C (Silver Star)Country:CanadaProperties:255Monthly Revenue:$2464.37Daily Rate (ADR):$334.01Occupancy:41.89%Regulation:Low
Rank:#78Market:Lac-SupérieurCountry:CanadaProperties:254Monthly Revenue:$2894.09Daily Rate (ADR):$266.75Occupancy:39.43%Regulation:Low
Rank:#79Market:FernieCountry:CanadaProperties:253Monthly Revenue:$1906.41Daily Rate (ADR):$171.71Occupancy:47.84%Regulation:Low
Rank:#80Market:Dysart et alCountry:CanadaProperties:252Monthly Revenue:$2793.36Daily Rate (ADR):$314.76Occupancy:39.09%Regulation:Low
Rank:#81Market:WhitehorseCountry:CanadaProperties:250Monthly Revenue:$1969.25Daily Rate (ADR):$162.85Occupancy:51.62%Regulation:Low
Rank:#82Market:BeaupréCountry:CanadaProperties:246Monthly Revenue:$1535.62Daily Rate (ADR):$173.35Occupancy:33.89%Regulation:Low
Rank:#83Market:BurlingtonCountry:CanadaProperties:245Monthly Revenue:$1484.81Daily Rate (ADR):$162.81Occupancy:46.09%Regulation:Low
Rank:#84Market:MiltonCountry:CanadaProperties:245Monthly Revenue:$992.09Daily Rate (ADR):$124.39Occupancy:40.63%Regulation:Low
Rank:#85Market:Grande PrairieCountry:CanadaProperties:244Monthly Revenue:$992.05Daily Rate (ADR):$91.98Occupancy:48.89%Regulation:Low
Rank:#86Market:Area A (Upper Flathead/Elk Valley)Country:CanadaProperties:240Monthly Revenue:$3116.17Daily Rate (ADR):$280.49Occupancy:43.85%Regulation:Low
Rank:#87Market:SquamishCountry:CanadaProperties:239Monthly Revenue:$2601.34Daily Rate (ADR):$214.15Occupancy:52.28%Regulation:Low
Rank:#88Market:Stoneham-et-TewkesburyCountry:CanadaProperties:238Monthly Revenue:$2337.55Daily Rate (ADR):$374.66Occupancy:30.76%Regulation:Low
Rank:#89Market:DeltaCountry:CanadaProperties:237Monthly Revenue:$1385.89Daily Rate (ADR):$130.17Occupancy:47.87%Regulation:Low
Rank:#90Market:GravenhurstCountry:CanadaProperties:235Monthly Revenue:$2596.36Daily Rate (ADR):$329.36Occupancy:37.95%Regulation:Low
Rank:#91Market:LethbridgeCountry:CanadaProperties:232Monthly Revenue:$1236.03Daily Rate (ADR):$100.36Occupancy:50.02%Regulation:Low
Rank:#92Market:PictonCountry:CanadaProperties:232Monthly Revenue:$2445.89Daily Rate (ADR):$249.11Occupancy:44.59%Regulation:Low
Rank:#93Market:ChertseyCountry:CanadaProperties:231Monthly Revenue:$2455.42Daily Rate (ADR):$215.10Occupancy:41.51%Regulation:Low
Rank:#94Market:GuelphCountry:CanadaProperties:227Monthly Revenue:$989.95Daily Rate (ADR):$90.88Occupancy:46.92%Regulation:Low
Rank:#95Market:Area C (Puntledge/Black Creek)Country:CanadaProperties:225Monthly Revenue:$2585.14Daily Rate (ADR):$236.99Occupancy:48.19%Regulation:Low
Rank:#96Market:Saint JohnCountry:CanadaProperties:224Monthly Revenue:$1093.69Daily Rate (ADR):$98.43Occupancy:46.50%Regulation:Low
Rank:#97Market:AjaxCountry:CanadaProperties:223Monthly Revenue:$896.08Daily Rate (ADR):$100.79Occupancy:40.60%Regulation:Low
Rank:#98Market:AbbotsfordCountry:CanadaProperties:221Monthly Revenue:$1233.11Daily Rate (ADR):$108.67Occupancy:48.21%Regulation:Low
Rank:#99Market:CollingwoodCountry:CanadaProperties:220Monthly Revenue:$1468.30Daily Rate (ADR):$172.37Occupancy:38.57%Regulation:Low
Rank:#100Market:BracebridgeCountry:CanadaProperties:218Monthly Revenue:$2502.83Daily Rate (ADR):$320.65Occupancy:37.06%Regulation:Low

Our Data-Driven Methodology for STR Market Analysis

At AirROI, our market rankings and insights are powered by a robust methodology combining comprehensive Airbnb data collection with sophisticated STR analytics techniques. We strive to provide the most accurate and actionable intelligence for short-term rental investors.

Data Collection & Scope

  • Global Coverage: We aggregate STR data from tens of millions of active short-term rental listings across platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo worldwide.
  • Real-Time Metrics: Our systems track key performance indicators (KPIs) daily, including booking rates, nightly pricing (ADR), occupancy rates, and revenue.
  • Regulatory Monitoring: We actively monitor and incorporate local short-term rental regulations, licensing requirements, and tax obligations into our market analysis.

Analysis & Ranking

  • Proprietary Algorithms: AI and machine learning models analyze booking patterns, predict seasonal demand shifts, and identify emerging market trends in the STR space.
  • Key Metric Evaluation: We evaluate markets based on a weighted combination of critical investment factors using our extensive Airbnb analytics:
    • Revenue Potential: Average Monthly Revenue and Average Daily Rate (ADR).
    • Market Demand: Occupancy Rate and booking lead times.
    • Investment Scale: Number of active properties and market growth trends.
    • Regulatory Environment: Assessed impact of local STR regulations on operational feasibility and profitability.
  • Benchmarking: Performance is benchmarked against regional and global averages to provide context for vacation rental investment potential.

Key Metrics Explained

  • Properties: The count of active short-term rental listings in the market.
  • Monthly Revenue: Average revenue generated per property per month, a key indicator for Airbnb profitability.
  • Daily Rate (ADR): Average nightly booking price.
  • Occupancy: Percentage of nights booked out of total available nights, crucial for understanding STR demand.
  • Regulation: An indicator of the local regulatory climate impacting Airbnb investment.

This rigorous approach ensures our recommendations are based on real-world performance Airbnb data and forward-looking market analysis, empowering you to invest smarter in the vacation rental market.

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