Chicago short-term rental market data, neighbourhood breakdown, and regulation summary.
When Chicago Airbnbs perform best
Monthly occupancy data shows the seasonal rhythm of the Chicago short-term rental market. Use this to plan dynamic pricing, target peak demand, and avoid lulls.
How Chicago compares to United States
Benchmarked against 34 other United States markets we track, Chicago's metrics tell a clear story.
What kind of Airbnbs are in Chicago?
Of the 6,086 active operating listings, 78.5% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 55.2% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.
Top neighborhoods in Chicago
The 76 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.
| Neighborhood | Listings | Occupancy | RevPAR | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loop | 250 | 51% | $90.3 | — |
| Near South Side | 188 | 42% | $83.5 | — |
| Near North Side | 484 | 48% | $82.4 | — |
| Lincoln Park | 230 | 54% | $77.7 | — |
| Burnside | 1 | — | $76.9 | — |
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