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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Longboat Key, FL Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Longboat Key brought in $32,505 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 17% less than the Florida average of $39,250.
The short answer
Longboat Key Airbnb Market at a Glance
Longboat Key earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged $396 a night and were booked on 37% of available nights, against $335 and 42% for the Florida average.
Timing matters: in March, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.7 times as much as in September, usually the slowest.
With 312 active listings, Longboat Key is the 105th-largest of 477 Florida markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 19% while the number of active listings grew 16%.
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Revenue
How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Longboat Key?
Gross bookings per Longboat Key listing averaged $32,505 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Florida average: $39,250), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Longboat Key listing brings in $7,980 in March, its best month, and $2,960 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 3.4 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $9,910+ a month, about 2.3 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $7,210 or more, roughly $3,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $4,230 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $2,070 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.
March earns about 2.7 times what September does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $4,830 $8,120 $2,590
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.
Longboat Key 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.
March 2026 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 | $3,339 | 32.8% | $346 | $111 | 67 days | 5.2 nights |
| Oct 2025 | $3,711 | 35.2% | $349 | $120 | 86 days | 5.3 nights |
| Nov 2025 | $3,736 | 33.9% | $358 | $125 | 112 days | 5.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | $3,975 | 31.8% | $380 | $128 | 83 days | 6.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | $4,355 | 34.6% | $392 | $140 | 90 days | 9.6 nights |
| Feb 2026 | $7,149 | 56.0% | $408 | $255 | 150 days | 14.2 nights |
| Mar 2026 | $8,120 | 56.5% | $413 | $262 | 135 days | 10.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | $6,144 | 48.5% | $391 | $205 | 126 days | 6.6 nights |
| May 2026 | $5,272 | 41.0% | $385 | $170 | 91 days | 7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | $5,096 | 38.7% | $392 | $170 | 64 days | 5.1 nights |
| Jul 2026 | $5,619 | 39.1% | $385 | $181 | 79 days | 5.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | $3,899 | 33.7% | $362 | $126 | 82 days | 5.2 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 Longboat Key market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb income calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Longboat Key Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Longboat Key Airbnb took in $32,505 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about $1,780 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 $3,060 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the $2,960 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about $2,020 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about $1,530 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any HOA or condo fees.
Longboat Key Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | $29,545 | $50,360 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay9% of Longboat Key bookings | $2,960 | $5,050 |
| Gross bookings | $32,505 | $55,410 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 14%: 15.5% for the 86% of Longboat Key listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −$4,480 | −$7,630 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; $0 if you clean yourself | −$2,960 | −$5,050 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −$1,630 | −$2,770 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −$650 | −$1,110 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −$980 | −$1,660 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −$330 | −$330 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −$160 | −$160 |
| Management$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | $0 | $0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | $0 | $0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | $0 | $0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −$11,190 | −$18,710 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | $21,315about $1,780 a month | $36,700about $3,060 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, HOA or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Longboat Key Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Longboat Key'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 Longboat Key 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 Longboat Key's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Longboat Key listings are booked on 61% or more of their nights, against 34% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of $340 adds about $3,380 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge $440 a night or more, against a median of $340. 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 $2,950 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, March brings the average listing about $7,980, against $2,960 in September, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Longboat Key listings average 4.81 stars, and 23% 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 $4,620 a month, against $2,710 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Longboat Key?
Longboat Key listings were booked on 37% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points below the Florida average (42%) and 4 points below the U.S. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 30% in September to 58% in March.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 83%+ of open nights, 49 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 61% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 34% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 17% or less, under two nights a week.
March is usually the busiest month in Longboat Key, September the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 41% 60% 28%
The 12-month rate of 37% 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 Longboat Key?
The average nightly rate in Longboat Key, known as ADR (average daily rate), was $396 over the past year, about 18% above the Florida average of $335 and about 24% above the U.S. average of $320. In a typical year, rates peak in February and March at about $405 and bottom out in September and October at about $325.
The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge $580+ a night, about 1.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge $440 or more, about $100 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about $340 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge $260 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
March rates run 25% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $366 $413 $299
The 12-month ADR of $396 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Longboat Key?
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 Longboat Key it averaged $152 over the past year, from about $99 in a typical September to about $257 in a typical March.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn $271+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn $203 or more, about $70 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about $134 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn $81 or less, about 61% of the median.
March RevPAR is about 2.6 times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average $159 $262 $86
The 12-month RevPAR of $152 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Longboat Key
Longboat Key has two high seasons, February–April and July, which makes it a highly seasonal market. Business is slowest from August to January.
Average revenue by month in Longboat Key
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average $4,830 $7,980 $2,960
Revenue by month in Longboat Key in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | $4,400 |
| February | High season | $7,020 |
| March | High season | $7,980 |
| April | High season | $5,930 |
| May | Shoulder season | $5,010 |
| June | Shoulder season | $4,860 |
| July | High season | $5,630 |
| August | Low season | $3,730 |
| September | Low season | $2,960 |
| October | Low season | $3,230 |
| November | Low season | $3,560 |
| December | Low season | $3,650 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonFebruary–April | $6,980 | 54% | $397 |
| High seasonJuly | $5,630 | 43% | $370 |
| Shoulder seasonMay–June | $4,940 | 41% | $378 |
| Low seasonAugust–January | $3,590 | 33% | $347 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Longboat Key?
Guests book Longboat Key stays 96 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. February stays are booked furthest out, about 144 days ahead, and June stays closest to arrival, about 60 days. A typical February booking is made in late September.
February stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 94 days 150 days 57 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Longboat Key
None of the 312 active listings in Longboat Key display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and occupancy-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the city or county before buying or listing in Longboat Key.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Longboat Key
AirROI's area guide picks eight Longboat Key neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lido Key, Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Village. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lido Key | A serene island known for its beautiful beaches and parks, perfect for families and nature lovers. Close to St. Armands Circle for shopping and dining. | Lido Beach, South Lido Park, St. Armands Circle, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium |
| Coquina Beach | A popular beach destination featuring pristine sand and clear waters. Great for sunbathers and water sports enthusiasts. | Coquina Beach, Leffis Key, Longboat Key Pass, Anna Maria Island, Manatee Public Beach |
| Longboat Key Village | A charming, laid-back village with a local feel. Offers unique shops and beachfront restaurants, appealing to those looking for a quiet getaway. | Longboat Key Center for the Arts, The Zota Beach Resort, Whitney Beach, Dolphin Academy |
| Leverocks Beach | Known for its scenic views and beachfront properties, it's ideal for those seeking a tranquil escape and water activities. | Leverocks Beach, Longboat Key Golf Club, Sarasota Bay, Bird Key |
| Bayfront Park | A family-friendly park with beautiful views of Sarasota Bay and recreational activities. Great for outdoor enthusiasts and picnics. | Bayfront Park, Sarasota Bay, Ringling Bridge, Fishing and boating sites |
| Whitney Beach | Offers a relaxed beach atmosphere and beautiful sunsets, perfect for couples and families wanting a peaceful retreat. | Whitney Beach, Longboat Key Beaches, Broadway Beach, Manatee County Beach |
| Bay Isles | A gated community offering luxury homes and proximity to the beach. Attractive for those looking to invest in upscale vacation rentals. | Bay Isles Marina, Bay Isles Beach, Longboat Key Club, Golfing opportunities |
| The Village of Longboat Key | The main downtown area with various shops and eateries, popular with locals and tourists alike for its vibrant community feel. | The Village Market, Shore Restaurant and Bar, Longboat Key Historical Society, Weekly farmers market |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Longboat Key Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Entire homes make up 90% of listings in Longboat Key, but private rooms are a real segment: about one listing in ten (10%) rents out a single room. Apartments and condos are the most common property type at 66%, about 2.5 times the share of houses (26%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Longboat Key Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 90%
- Private room 10%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 89.7% | 280 |
| Private room | 10.3% | 32 |
Listings by property type
Longboat Key Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 66%
- House 26%
- Hotel/Boutique 7%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 66.3% | 207 |
| House | 26.3% | 82 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 7.4% | 23 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Longboat Key Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Longboat Key (57% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (23%). Shares are of the 273 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Longboat Key entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
1%
23%
57%
14%
4%
1%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 1.5% | 4 |
| 1 bedroom | 22.7% | 62 |
| 2 bedrooms | 56.8% | 155 |
| 3 bedrooms | 13.9% | 38 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.7% | 10 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.5% | 4 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Longboat Key
A typical one-bedroom home in Longboat Key earned $26,200 over the past year, against $39,600 for a four-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 62 | $26,200 | $41,200 | $315 | 46% |
| 2 bedrooms | 155 | $18,700 | $28,600 | $379 | 36% |
| 3 bedrooms | 38 | $19,200 | $30,500 | $477 | 32% |
| 4 bedrooms | 10 | $39,600 | $40,800 | $733 | 35% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Longboat Key Sleep?
The most common capacity in Longboat Key is six guests (44% of listings), and 54% of listings sleep six or more.
Longboat Key listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
5%
2%
35%
5%
44%
2%
9%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 4.6% | 14 |
| 3 guests | 1.6% | 5 |
| 4 guests | 34.5% | 105 |
| 5 guests | 4.9% | 15 |
| 6 guests | 44.1% | 134 |
| 7 guests | 1.6% | 5 |
| 8+ guests | 8.6% | 26 |
How Longboat Key Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Longboat Key hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing. Only 32% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 23
- Beds per listing
- 3.1
- Show exact location
- 32%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Longboat Key Offer?
Waterfront settings are common in Longboat Key: 62% of listings have one, and 100% offer free parking on site.
Share of Longboat Key listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Longboat Key
Listings in Longboat Key with a smart lock earned about 75% more a year, on average, than those without: $50,500 against $28,900. The gap is smaller for an ocean view (about 60% more) and self check-in (about 55% 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 Longboat Key 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart lock | 17% | $50,500 | $28,900 | +75% |
| Ocean view | 14% | $47,600 | $30,100 | +58% |
| Self check-in | 62% | $37,600 | $24,200 | +55% |
| Beach essentials | 49% | $39,200 | $26,100 | +50% |
| Outdoor shower | 35% | $41,200 | $27,900 | +48% |
| Waterfront | 62% | $36,300 | $26,300 | +38% |
| Outdoor dining area | 49% | $36,900 | $28,300 | +31% |
| Resort access | 37% | $38,100 | $29,300 | +30% |
| Pool view | 9% | $40,300 | $31,700 | +27% |
| Free street parking | 9% | $39,800 | $31,800 | +25% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Longboat Key?
Longboat Key draws mostly domestic guests: 94% of those who left reviews live in the United States. No single city dominates: Orlando is the largest source, at about 3% of reviews. Of the 6% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United Kingdom and Brazil. English is spoken by 68% of guests, and Spanish by 17%.
94% of Longboat Key guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 94%
- International 6%
Where Longboat Key guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Orlando | 2.5% |
| New York | 2.3% |
| Tampa | 2.1% |
| Lakeland | 1.3% |
| Miami | 1.2% |
Where Longboat Key guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United States | 93.7% |
| United Kingdom | 1.7% |
| Brazil | 0.9% |
| Canada | 0.9% |
| Argentina | 0.7% |
Languages spoken by Longboat Key guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 68.3% |
| Spanish | 17.3% |
| Italian | 4.6% |
| Portuguese | 2.8% |
| French | 1.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Longboat Key?
Longboat Key Airbnbs average 4.81 stars, and 23% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.68, against 4.94 for location.
Location scores highest in Longboat Key; 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 | 4.82 |
| Cleanliness | 4.81 |
| Communication | 4.84 |
| Location | 4.94 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.68 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Longboat Key: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Longboat Key listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 41% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Longboat Key listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 70%
- 181-270 days 18%
- 91-180 days 8%
- 31-90 days 4%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 69.9% | 218 |
| 181-270 days | 17.6% | 55 |
| 91-180 days | 8.0% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 4.2% | 13 |
| 1-30 days | 0.3% | 1 |
Days a year Longboat Key listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 4%
- 181-270 days 9%
- 91-180 days 20%
- 31-90 days 41%
- 1-30 days 26%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 4.5% | 14 |
| 181-270 days | 8.7% | 27 |
| 91-180 days | 19.6% | 61 |
| 31-90 days | 41.0% | 128 |
| 1-30 days | 26.3% | 82 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Longboat Key?
The average Longboat Key booking lasts 8.7 nights, longest in February and shortest in September. Listings took about 13 bookings each over the year, some 4,180 in all. About eight in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Longboat Key
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 6.9 nights 13.1 nights 4.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Longboat Key Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Only 28% of listings in Longboat Key accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is a week or more. A smaller group, 10%, takes only stays of 30 nights or more.
Minimum stay set by Longboat Key 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 Longboat Key?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Longboat Key, used by 37% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 13% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Longboat Key listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Longboat Key?
About nine in ten Longboat Key listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is $287; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 8.7 nights, that adds roughly $35 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 9% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- $287
- Listings charging a fee
- 89.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 9.1%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Longboat Key
The top-grossing Airbnb in Longboat Key, a two-bedroom unit, took in $230,000 over the past year, about 7.1 times the city's average of $32,500. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Beachfront Villa | Pool + Lanai | Hosts 6 Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 
Beach Condo with Quiet, Private Beach Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- $160,261
- Occupancy
- 80.7%
- Daily rate
- $497
Beach Condo with Quiet, Private Beach Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- $153,544
- Occupancy
- 76.7%
- Daily rate
- $504
Summer House longboat key Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.86 - Revenue
- $117,681
- Occupancy
- 57.2%
- Daily rate
- $531
Sunset and beach view from your balcony Unit 403 Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- $117,451
- Occupancy
- 85.5%
- Daily rate
- $347
Perfect Beach View Large 2 bedroom Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- $116,877
- Occupancy
- 34.4%
- Daily rate
- $959
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Longboat Key?
Rva is the top-grossing host in Longboat Key, with $1.29 million in bookings across 57 listings over the past year. The market is concentrated: the ten top-grossing hosts run 45% of its 312 listings. Per listing, a smaller operator earns more: Danielle grossed $120,000 per listing, about 5.3 times Rva's $22,700.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rva | 57 | $1,294,612 | $22,712 | 4.56/5 | |
| SkyRun Sarasota Vacation Renta… | 14 | $708,682 | $50,620 | 4.81/5 | |
| CoolVacay | 14 | $481,289 | $34,378 | 4.87/5 | |
| 4 | Heidi | 4 | $434,790 | $108,698 | 4.99/5 |
| 5 | Turtle Crawl Inn | 8 | $399,291 | $49,911 | 4.92/5 |
| 6 | La Playa | 16 | $394,283 | $24,643 | 4.79/5 |
| 7 | Danielle | 3 | $361,066 | $120,355 | 4.98/5 |
| 8 | Florida Vacation Connection | 12 | $338,348 | $28,196 | 4.76/5 |
| 9 | Sea Grape Inn | 8 | $301,863 | $37,733 | 5.00/5 |
| 10 | Sergey Poskotin | 3 | $274,177 | $91,392 | 4.89/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Longboat Key?
Professional management companies run four in ten Longboat Key listings. Superhosts run four in ten listings. 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
- 41.0%
- Professional management
- 40.7%
- Cohosted listings
- 11.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 57.4%
- Simplified Pricing
- 86.2%
Nearby markets
Longboat Key vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 19 km, Anna Maria island (17 km away) earned the most per listing, about 3.5 times as much as Longboat Key. Bradenton was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 37% in Longboat Key.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bradenton 9 km | 110 | $27,685 | $215 | 41% |
| Brandenton Beach 10 km | 479 | $53,822 | $519 | 38% |
| Bradenton 10 km | 1,890 | $45,024 | $324 | 46% |
| Holmes Beach 14 km | 1,006 | $50,786 | $513 | 39% |
| Sarasota 16 km | 3,575 | $41,014 | $329 | 44% |
| Anna Maria island 17 km | 560 | $114,351 | $918 | 43% |
| Siesta Key 17 km | 1,396 | $64,725 | $534 | 42% |
| Palmetto 19 km | 133 | $28,039 | $253 | 40% |
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Markets Similar to Longboat Key
Markets elsewhere in the United States with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Longboat Key:
- Town of Washington Airbnb data WI · $396/night · 36.2%
- Wolfeboro Airbnb data NH · $391/night · 36.5%
- Saint Simons Airbnb data GA · $401/night · 36.5%
- Seaside Heights Airbnb data NJ · $399/night · 37.3%
- Arnolds Park Airbnb data IA · $407/night · 36.9%
- Indian Wells Airbnb data CA · $397/night · 37.7%
FAQ
Longboat Key Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Longboat Key?
An active Longboat Key Airbnb grossed $32,505 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 312 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in $7,210 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Longboat Key?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Longboat Key listings earn between $2,070 and $7,210 in a typical month, and the top tenth $9,910 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 Longboat Key?
Listings in Longboat Key were booked on 37% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 42% for the Florida average. March is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Longboat Key?
The average booked night in Longboat Key cost $396 before fees. Half of listings charge between $260 and $440, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Longboat Key?
None of the active Longboat Key listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and occupancy-tax rules with the city or county before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Longboat Key?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Longboat Key Airbnb grossed $32,505 in the 12 months to September 2026, 17% below the Florida average of $39,250. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, $21,315 a year (about $1,780 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 $3,060 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Longboat Key?
March usually pays best, averaging $7,980 per active listing over the past two years, and September usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Longboat Key?
Each night a Longboat Key listing was open to book earned $152 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 $271 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Longboat Key?
Longboat Key stays were booked 96 days (about three 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 Longboat Key?
The average Longboat Key Airbnb stay lasted 8.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 13 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Longboat Key rated?
Guests rate Longboat Key Airbnbs 4.81 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Longboat Key?
Lido Key, Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Village draw the most short-term rental interest in Longboat Key. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Longboat Key?
AirROI counted 312 active Airbnb listings in Longboat Key as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is South Bradenton, 9 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Longboat Key?
In Longboat Key, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is $287; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 312 active Airbnb listings in Longboat Key from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. Money figures are in U.S. dollars. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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