Best Airbnb Markets South America in 2025
Based on Airbtics data from September 2024 to August 2025, this page shows the top Airbnb locations to invest in South America with
key
statistics and information, like short-term rental regulations, number of listings, occupancy rate,
average daily rate, and annual revenue. This allows you to discover the most profitable cities to
invest in, buy, and own Airbnb rental properties in South America.
Why Invest in Airbnb South America in 2025?
** Last updated: 2025-10-04
In recent years, South America has emerged as one of the best locations for investing in
short-term rentals thanks to its popular tourist attractions, thriving business activities, growing
digital nomad presence, and vibrant cities like Cachagua, Anapoima and Sopetrán. With millions of international
visitors coming each year, the demand for vacation rental accommodations is growing, making Airbnb
South America a lucrative option for both local and foreign investors.
Due to strong demand from travelers, South America offers competitive average daily rates
(ADR), healthy occupancy rates, and attractive revenue potential in the best Airbnb markets. Whether
you’re looking to start your first Airbnb business with a modest budget or to add a luxury
short-term rental property to your portfolio, South America has a profitable location to
meet your budget and aspirations as an investor.
Note on Methodology: The Airbtics Market Score indicates how attractive a location is for investing
in an Airbnb rental property. We determine this score based on the following criteria:
- Short-term rental yield: The ratio between annual revenue and property price, as a percentage. Locations with higher Airbnb rental yield score better.
- Short-term rental regulations: How STR-friendly the local Airbnb rules and laws are. Markets with more lenient regulations get a higher score.
- Market size: The number of Airbnb listings. Larger vacation rental markets get a higher score as it is easier for investors to buy and sell properties.
- Growth: How fast the market is becoming saturated. Priority is given to markets that are already developed but are not approaching saturation yet.
- Seasonality: To what degree Airbnb performance is affected by seasonality. Less seasonal impact is preferred as investors can enjoy a more stable short-term rental performance throughout the year.
Based on this methodology, the best places to buy Airbnb in South America are:
Learn more about how we collect the data and accuracy
Top 50 South America Cities for Airbnb in 2025
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
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1 | Sao paulo | Lenient | 30,060 | 62% | $46 | $10,860 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Rio de janeiro | Lenient | 29,729 | 60% | $68 | $15,252 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Buenos aires | Lenient | 27,119 | 69% | $44 | $11,321 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Florianpolis | Lenient | 18,038 | 57% | $69 | $14,628 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Lima | Lenient | 14,411 | 55% | $46 | $9,476 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Medellin | Strict | 13,029 | 63% | $50 | $11,750 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Bogota | Strict | 12,040 | 56% | $35 | $7,330 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | Ubatuba | Lenient | 11,448 | 45% | $68 | $11,439 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Santiago de chille | Lenient | 10,545 | 63% | $52 | $12,295 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Cartagena | Strict | 8,724 | 57% | $86 | $18,144 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Guarujá | Lenient | 8,050 | 38% | $81 | $11,575 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Salvador de bahia | Lenient | 6,427 | 52% | $47 | $9,185 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | São sebastião | Lenient | 6,357 | 40% | $125 | $18,601 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Cabo frio | Lenient | 6,305 | 41% | $63 | $9,768 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | Brasilia | Lenient | 5,706 | 63% | $42 | $9,938 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | Curitiba | Lenient | 4,977 | 64% | $35 | $8,526 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Santa marta co | Strict | 4,914 | 48% | $63 | $11,208 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | Bertioga | Lenient | 4,837 | 42% | $147 | $22,925 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Balneário camboriú | Lenient | 4,806 | 51% | $77 | $14,685 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | Armação dos búzios | Lenient | 4,452 | 48% | $105 | $18,747 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
21 | Miraflores | Lenient | 4,330 | 65% | $52 | $12,601 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
22 | Ipojuca | Lenient | 4,282 | 48% | $70 | $12,507 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
23 | Cali | Strict | 4,218 | 48% | $34 | $6,092 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
24 | San carlos de bariloche | Lenient | 3,996 | 59% | $69 | $15,003 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
25 | Quito | Lenient | 3,979 | 43% | $40 | $6,494 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
26 | Cusco | Lenient | 3,873 | 54% | $32 | $6,417 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
27 | João pessoa | Lenient | 3,828 | 57% | $43 | $9,166 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
28 | Campos do jordão | Lenient | 3,698 | 37% | $101 | $13,970 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
29 | Porto seguro | Lenient | 3,678 | 44% | $77 | $12,576 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
30 | Arraial do cabo | Lenient | 3,416 | 46% | $61 | $10,512 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
31 | Porto alegre | Lenient | 3,381 | 57% | $34 | $7,393 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
32 | Gramado | Lenient | 3,336 | 41% | $73 | $11,236 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
33 | Fortaleza | Lenient | 3,292 | 65% | $46 | $11,178 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
34 | Punta del este | Lenient | 3,286 | 46% | $140 | $23,786 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
35 | Belo horizonte | Lenient | 3,280 | 60% | $39 | $8,877 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
36 | Guarapari | Lenient | 3,169 | 39% | $64 | $9,380 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
37 | Vina del mar | Lenient | 3,166 | 48% | $79 | $14,127 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
38 | Maceió | Lenient | 3,046 | 60% | $51 | $11,369 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
39 | Paraty | Lenient | 3,046 | 38% | $63 | $9,046 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
40 | Mar del plata | Lenient | 3,045 | 50% | $64 | $11,788 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
41 | Caldas novas | Lenient | 3,041 | 41% | $46 | $7,060 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
42 | Imbituba | Lenient | 2,951 | 41% | $64 | $9,818 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
43 | Caraguatatuba | Lenient | 2,884 | 37% | $68 | $9,483 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
44 | Mendoza | Lenient | 2,666 | 53% | $42 | $8,257 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
45 | Recife | Lenient | 2,664 | 59% | $38 | $8,463 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
46 | Goiânia | Lenient | 2,659 | 57% | $39 | $8,450 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
47 | Palhoça | Lenient | 2,651 | 43% | $68 | $10,877 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
48 | Recife | Lenient | 2,620 | 60% | $38 | $8,622 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
49 | Capão da canoa | Lenient | 2,612 | 41% | $71 | $10,891 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
50 | Ilhabela | Lenient | 2,573 | 42% | $74 | $11,674 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
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Affordable Airbnb Markets: Under $150,000
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Flandes | Strict | 211 | 25% | $76 | $7,047 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Ibagué | Strict | 776 | 40% | $36 | $5,386 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Ica | Lenient | 556 | 29% | $42 | $4,578 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Girardot | Strict | 538 | 26% | $66 | $6,416 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Caucaia | Lenient | 434 | 45% | $79 | $13,336 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Cúcuta | Strict | 383 | 46% | $34 | $5,829 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Valledupar | Strict | 349 | 29% | $48 | $5,189 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | Carmen de apicala | Strict | 297 | 27% | $143 | $14,255 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Floridablanca | Strict | 274 | 52% | $44 | $8,511 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Puerto triunfo | Strict | 251 | 29% | $60 | $6,447 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Neiva | Strict | 245 | 36% | $36 | $4,847 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Fusagasugá | Strict | 197 | 28% | $53 | $5,534 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | Riohacha | Strict | 144 | 35% | $36 | $4,671 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Dosquebradas | Strict | 483 | 47% | $31 | $5,408 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | Lima duarte | Lenient | 376 | 30% | $49 | $5,582 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | Caruaru | Lenient | 355 | 33% | $38 | $4,707 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Garanhuns | Lenient | 289 | 30% | $58 | $6,495 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | São francisco de paula | Lenient | 267 | 33% | $71 | $8,984 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Uruçuca | Lenient | 221 | 39% | $67 | $9,753 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | Santiago del estero | Lenient | 171 | 36% | $52 | $6,903 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
21 | Ricaurte | Strict | 894 | 27% | $74 | $7,437 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
22 | La tebaida | Strict | 242 | 35% | $59 | $7,635 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
23 | Caldas novas | Lenient | 3,041 | 41% | $46 | $7,060 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
24 | Itanhaém | Lenient | 1,838 | 33% | $76 | $9,454 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
25 | Peruíbe | Lenient | 1,186 | 32% | $83 | $10,034 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
26 | São luís | Lenient | 792 | 56% | $37 | $7,823 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
27 | Socorro | Lenient | 718 | 39% | $93 | $13,599 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
28 | Campina grande | Lenient | 683 | 34% | $42 | $5,380 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
29 | Pelotas | Lenient | 644 | 46% | $32 | $5,581 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
30 | Ica | Lenient | 566 | 29% | $42 | $4,578 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
31 | Araruama | Lenient | 560 | 34% | $75 | $9,776 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
32 | Imbé | Lenient | 507 | 37% | $64 | $8,913 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
33 | Santarém | Lenient | 488 | 40% | $60 | $8,940 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
34 | Cunha | Lenient | 486 | 32% | $66 | $7,973 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
35 | Serra | Lenient | 437 | 46% | $42 | $7,312 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
36 | Petrolina | Lenient | 428 | 44% | $38 | $6,327 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
37 | Boa vista | Lenient | 394 | 52% | $28 | $5,440 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
38 | Itu | Lenient | 376 | 40% | $132 | $19,740 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
39 | São joão del rei | Lenient | 363 | 36% | $38 | $5,185 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
40 | Parnamirim | Lenient | 349 | 46% | $56 | $9,662 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
41 | Ilha comprida | Lenient | 348 | 31% | $54 | $6,302 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
42 | Santa maria | Lenient | 348 | 48% | $29 | $5,381 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
43 | Maynas | Lenient | 347 | 40% | $29 | $4,314 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
44 | Cachoeira paulista | Lenient | 335 | 27% | $44 | $4,516 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
45 | Arroio do sal | Lenient | 332 | 41% | $59 | $9,009 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
46 | Aracati | Lenient | 326 | 36% | $52 | $6,989 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
47 | Teresina | Lenient | 282 | 53% | $34 | $6,811 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
48 | Vitória da conquista | Lenient | 256 | 45% | $30 | $5,248 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
49 | Jaboticatubas | Lenient | 252 | 34% | $111 | $14,225 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
50 | São gonçalo do amarante | Lenient | 242 | 36% | $84 | $11,313 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
Mid-Range Airbnb Markets: $150,000-$300,000
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sao paulo | Lenient | 30,060 | 62% | $46 | $10,860 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Rio de janeiro | Lenient | 29,729 | 60% | $68 | $15,252 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Florianpolis | Lenient | 18,038 | 57% | $69 | $14,628 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Santiago de chille | Lenient | 10,545 | 63% | $52 | $12,295 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Cartagena | Strict | 8,724 | 57% | $86 | $18,144 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | São sebastião | Lenient | 6,357 | 40% | $125 | $18,601 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Brasilia | Lenient | 5,706 | 63% | $42 | $9,938 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | San carlos de bariloche | Lenient | 3,996 | 59% | $69 | $15,003 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Campos do jordão | Lenient | 3,698 | 37% | $101 | $13,970 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Arraial do cabo | Lenient | 3,416 | 46% | $61 | $10,512 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Gramado | Lenient | 3,336 | 41% | $73 | $11,236 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Vina del mar | Lenient | 3,166 | 48% | $79 | $14,127 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | Paraty | Lenient | 3,046 | 38% | $63 | $9,046 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Ilhabela | Lenient | 2,573 | 42% | $74 | $11,674 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | Angra dos reis | Lenient | 2,471 | 44% | $72 | $11,923 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | Itapema | Lenient | 2,430 | 50% | $92 | $17,084 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Montevideo montevideo department | Lenient | 2,289 | 67% | $58 | $14,514 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | Garopaba | Lenient | 2,045 | 45% | $76 | $12,756 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Governador celso ramos | Lenient | 1,603 | 44% | $95 | $15,502 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | San andres | Strict | 1,557 | 58% | $63 | $13,481 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
21 | Concon | Lenient | 1,244 | 44% | $79 | $13,064 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
22 | Valparaiso | Lenient | 1,165 | 42% | $52 | $8,212 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
23 | Prado | Lenient | 993 | 36% | $84 | $11,308 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
24 | Niterói | Lenient | 988 | 53% | $58 | $11,610 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
25 | Urubamba | Lenient | 959 | 40% | $38 | $5,692 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
26 | Maraú | Lenient | 943 | 37% | $92 | $12,605 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
27 | San pedro de atacama | Lenient | 829 | 54% | $58 | $11,564 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
28 | Maragogi | Lenient | 763 | 41% | $67 | $10,235 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
29 | Puerto varas | Lenient | 679 | 53% | $77 | $15,208 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
30 | Cairu | Lenient | 644 | 45% | $60 | $10,015 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
31 | Laguna | Lenient | 533 | 37% | $61 | $8,478 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
32 | Guatapé | Strict | 518 | 32% | $62 | $7,450 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
33 | São pedro | Lenient | 489 | 38% | $84 | $12,011 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
34 | Barichara | Strict | 432 | 32% | $66 | $7,837 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
35 | São miguel dos milagres | Lenient | 410 | 38% | $86 | $12,144 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
36 | Palmeiras | Lenient | 405 | 34% | $41 | $5,248 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
37 | Santa teresa | Lenient | 368 | 34% | $99 | $12,598 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
38 | São miguel do gostoso | Lenient | 330 | 35% | $58 | $7,601 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
39 | Jijoca de jericoacoara | Lenient | 278 | 45% | $50 | $8,374 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
40 | Camboriú | Lenient | 271 | 36% | $58 | $7,921 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
41 | Cruz | Lenient | 266 | 42% | $75 | $11,714 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
42 | Papudo | Lenient | 257 | 37% | $108 | $14,873 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
43 | Matanzas | Lenient | 228 | 40% | $128 | $19,206 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
44 | Barra de são miguel | Lenient | 211 | 32% | $78 | $9,396 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
45 | Conde | Lenient | 210 | 33% | $59 | $7,307 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
46 | Malalcahuello | Lenient | 128 | 38% | $138 | $19,389 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
47 | Cartagena | Lenient | 61 | 30% | $54 | $6,069 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
48 | Balneário camboriú | Lenient | 4,806 | 51% | $77 | $14,685 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
49 | Armação dos búzios | Lenient | 4,452 | 48% | $105 | $18,747 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
50 | Pucon | Lenient | 888 | 42% | $71 | $11,132 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
Upper-Mid Airbnb Markets: $300,000-$500,000
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Fernando de noronha | Lenient | 177 | 61% | $94 | $21,069 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Cachagua | Lenient | 82 | 37% | $255 | $35,109 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | La mesa | Strict | 260 | 28% | $94 | $9,823 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Armenia | Strict | 954 | 40% | $34 | $5,081 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Jardín | Strict | 426 | 31% | $49 | $5,674 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Montenegro | Strict | 329 | 31% | $60 | $6,893 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
Emerging vs Established Airbnb Markets in South America
Top 20 Emerging Short-Term Rental Markets in South America
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
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1 | Belém | Lenient | 1,237 | 50% | $41 | $7,702 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Vitória da conquista | Lenient | 256 | 45% | $30 | $5,248 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Contagem | Lenient | 225 | 59% | $29 | $6,485 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Chapecó | Lenient | 306 | 51% | $29 | $5,658 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Miguel pereira | Lenient | 380 | 33% | $68 | $8,611 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Barueri | Lenient | 549 | 70% | $58 | $15,299 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Campina grande | Lenient | 683 | 34% | $42 | $5,380 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | Calama | Lenient | 146 | 50% | $54 | $9,995 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Palmas | Lenient | 573 | 52% | $39 | $7,662 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Valledupar | Strict | 349 | 29% | $48 | $5,189 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Temuco | Lenient | 501 | 49% | $50 | $9,112 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Bauru | Lenient | 434 | 58% | $27 | $5,925 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | Asuncion | Lenient | 1,499 | 67% | $48 | $11,958 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Londrina | Lenient | 675 | 58% | $33 | $7,266 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | São bernardo do campo | Lenient | 193 | 58% | $40 | $8,828 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | Petrolina | Lenient | 428 | 44% | $38 | $6,327 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Joinville | Lenient | 1,046 | 50% | $36 | $6,810 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | Santa cruz do sul | Lenient | 231 | 44% | $39 | $6,497 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Uberlândia | Lenient | 894 | 52% | $29 | $5,720 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | Uberaba | Lenient | 326 | 42% | $40 | $6,385 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
Top 20 Established Short-Term Rental Markets in South America
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
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1 | João pessoa | Lenient | 3,828 | 57% | $43 | $9,166 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | Santiago de chille | Lenient | 10,545 | 63% | $52 | $12,295 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Sao paulo | Lenient | 30,060 | 62% | $46 | $10,860 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Curitiba | Lenient | 4,977 | 64% | $35 | $8,526 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Cali | Strict | 4,218 | 48% | $34 | $6,092 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Brasilia | Lenient | 5,706 | 63% | $42 | $9,938 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Belo horizonte | Lenient | 3,280 | 60% | $39 | $8,877 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | Cusco | Lenient | 3,873 | 54% | $32 | $6,417 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Bogota | Strict | 12,040 | 56% | $35 | $7,330 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Caldas novas | Lenient | 3,041 | 41% | $46 | $7,060 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Quito | Lenient | 3,979 | 43% | $40 | $6,494 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Porto alegre | Lenient | 3,381 | 57% | $34 | $7,393 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | Ipojuca | Lenient | 4,282 | 48% | $70 | $12,507 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Salvador de bahia | Lenient | 6,427 | 52% | $47 | $9,185 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | Lima | Lenient | 14,411 | 55% | $46 | $9,476 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | Cartagena | Strict | 8,724 | 57% | $86 | $18,144 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Porto seguro | Lenient | 3,678 | 44% | $77 | $12,576 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | Santa marta co | Strict | 4,914 | 48% | $63 | $11,208 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Mar del plata | Lenient | 3,045 | 50% | $64 | $11,788 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | Rio de janeiro | Lenient | 29,729 | 60% | $68 | $15,252 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
50 Best Places for Airbnb Arbitrage in South America
Position | Market Name | Regulation | No of Listings | Avg. Occupancy Rate | Avg. Daily Rate | Revenue | Short-term Rental Yield | Rent Gap |
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1 | Caucaia | Lenient | 434 | 45% | $79 | $13,336 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
2 | El calafate | Lenient | 783 | 57% | $60 | $12,615 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
3 | Jaboticatubas | Lenient | 252 | 34% | $111 | $14,225 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
4 | Ipojuca | Lenient | 4,282 | 48% | $70 | $12,507 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
5 | Uruçuca | Lenient | 221 | 39% | $67 | $9,753 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
6 | Santana do riacho | Lenient | 535 | 33% | $76 | $9,414 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
7 | Mar del plata | Lenient | 3,045 | 50% | $64 | $11,788 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
8 | Cairu | Lenient | 644 | 45% | $60 | $10,015 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
9 | Coveñas | Strict | 490 | 36% | $93 | $12,364 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
10 | Barreirinhas | Lenient | 703 | 45% | $75 | $12,519 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
11 | Trairi | Lenient | 224 | 36% | $96 | $12,866 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
12 | Alto paraíso de goiás | Lenient | 1,583 | 38% | $64 | $9,141 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
13 | Mairiporã | Lenient | 528 | 36% | $135 | $18,246 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
14 | Brumadinho | Lenient | 298 | 38% | $83 | $11,872 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
15 | Camanducaia | Lenient | 774 | 36% | $92 | $12,419 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
16 | San carlos de bariloche | Lenient | 3,996 | 59% | $69 | $15,003 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
17 | Ushuaia | Lenient | 1,443 | 62% | $63 | $14,417 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
18 | Sopetrán | Strict | 237 | 27% | $243 | $24,260 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
19 | Paranaguá | Lenient | 250 | 39% | $51 | $7,520 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
20 | Mogi das cruzes | Lenient | 243 | 41% | $90 | $13,828 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
21 | Tamandaré | Lenient | 997 | 40% | $99 | $14,724 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
22 | Atibaia | Lenient | 739 | 40% | $137 | $20,431 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
23 | Anapoima | Strict | 340 | 34% | $242 | $30,242 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
24 | Cajueiro da praia | Lenient | 189 | 31% | $87 | $10,024 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
25 | Itu | Lenient | 376 | 40% | $132 | $19,740 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
26 | Aquiraz | Lenient | 1,311 | 44% | $106 | $17,364 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
27 | San andres | Strict | 1,557 | 58% | $63 | $13,481 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
28 | Malalcahuello | Lenient | 128 | 38% | $138 | $19,389 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
29 | Santiago del estero | Lenient | 171 | 36% | $52 | $6,903 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
30 | Talara | Lenient | 878 | 34% | $86 | $10,849 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
31 | Peñol | Strict | 562 | 29% | $114 | $12,337 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
32 | Cartagena | Strict | 8,724 | 57% | $86 | $18,144 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
33 | Cañete | Lenient | 1,272 | 31% | $177 | $20,428 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
34 | Cordoba | Lenient | 2,207 | 58% | $42 | $9,021 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
35 | Bragança paulista | Lenient | 249 | 38% | $114 | $16,186 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
36 | Urubici | Lenient | 1,194 | 34% | $87 | $11,017 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
37 | Cavalcante | Lenient | 242 | 33% | $50 | $6,182 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
38 | São gonçalo do amarante | Lenient | 242 | 36% | $84 | $11,313 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
39 | Guaramiranga | Lenient | 289 | 33% | $97 | $12,020 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
40 | Salinópolis | Lenient | 882 | 34% | $86 | $10,883 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
41 | Buenos aires | Lenient | 27,119 | 69% | $44 | $11,321 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
42 | Governador celso ramos | Lenient | 1,603 | 44% | $95 | $15,502 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
43 | Asuncion | Lenient | 1,499 | 67% | $48 | $11,958 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
44 | Santarém | Lenient | 488 | 40% | $60 | $8,940 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
45 | Matinhos | Lenient | 1,696 | 40% | $81 | $12,132 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
46 | Luís correia | Lenient | 410 | 31% | $76 | $8,779 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
47 | Mata de são joão | Lenient | 1,677 | 37% | $117 | $16,185 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
48 | Boituva | Lenient | 252 | 38% | $118 | $16,900 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
49 | Aracati | Lenient | 326 | 36% | $52 | $6,989 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
50 | Pirenópolis | Lenient | 1,771 | 34% | $92 | $11,777 | 12.3% | 34.5% |
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