San Francisco Airbnb market: 55% occupancy, ~$153 ADR. Regulation: San Francisco requires the host to be a permanent resident of the unit and caps un-hosted STR at 90 nights/year. Registr
When San Francisco Airbnbs perform best
Monthly occupancy data shows the seasonal rhythm of the San Francisco short-term rental market. Use this to plan dynamic pricing, target peak demand, and avoid lulls.
How San Francisco compares to United States
Benchmarked against 34 other United States markets we track, San Francisco's metrics tell a clear story.
License & regulation
San Francisco requires the host to be a permanent resident of the unit and caps un-hosted STR at 90 nights/year. Registration with the Office of Short-Term Rentals is mandatory; building / HOA consent is also typically required.
What kind of Airbnbs are in San Francisco?
Of the 4,491 active operating listings, 64.9% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 58.2% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.
Top neighborhoods in San Francisco
The 37 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.
| Neighborhood | Listings | Occupancy | RevPAR | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presidio Heights | 19 | 61% | $123.5 | — |
| Seacliff | 6 | — | $111.5 | — |
| Presidio | 5 | 61% | $108.3 | — |
| Castro/Upper Market | 212 | 55% | $99.9 | — |
| Noe Valley | 151 | 60% | $98.5 | — |
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