Boston short-term rental market data, neighbourhood breakdown, and regulation summary.
When Boston Airbnbs perform best
Monthly occupancy data shows the seasonal rhythm of the Boston short-term rental market. Use this to plan dynamic pricing, target peak demand, and avoid lulls.
How Boston compares to United States
Benchmarked against 34 other United States markets we track, Boston's metrics tell a clear story.
What kind of Airbnbs are in Boston?
Of the 2,541 active operating listings, 69.3% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 46% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.
Top neighborhoods in Boston
The 25 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.
| Neighborhood | Listings | Occupancy | RevPAR | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinatown | 12 | 38% | $122.9 | — |
| Longwood Medical Area | 9 | 30% | $97.1 | — |
| North End | 69 | 48% | $96.7 | — |
| Downtown | 169 | 40% | $80.2 | — |
| West End | 16 | 62% | $64.1 | — |
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