Lathrop, California Short-Term Rental Market
Lathrop STR data shows $141/night ADR at 59.1% occupancy in April 2026, but Lathrop city prohibits residential short-term rentals citywide as of 2024.
Quick Answer: Lathrop, California is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy is 63%. average monthly revenue is $2,724. average daily rate is $157. the top operator is Evolve with 177 listings. market score is 57/100 (grade C).
Market data reflects the California Central Valley regional market, which includes Lathrop. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Lathrop.
Market Score Breakdown
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Market Overview
The data for Lathrop, California (area_id 58657) tracks approximately 9,773 listings across channels in the broader surrounding area. Entire-place rentals account for 7,098 listings (73% of total), with 2,664 private rooms and 11 shared rooms. Bedroom distribution shows 1-bedroom units leading at 4,549 listings, followed by 3-bedroom (1,993), 2-bedroom (1,548), 4-bedroom (1,212), and 5-bedroom (463). The Airbnb platform accounts for 6,913 exclusive listings plus 2,568 dual-listed on both platforms; VRBO-exclusive listings number 292.
In April 2026, the market posted an average daily rate of $141, an occupancy rate of 59.1%, and RevPAR of $83.20. Average monthly revenue per active listing was $2,268. Year over year, occupancy dipped 0.47 percentage points, ADR fell 0.62%, and revenue declined 2.75%. The composite market score is 57.44 out of 100, with seasonality consistency at an exceptional 98.77, but revenue growth (48.76) is below average, reflecting the declining revenue trend since 2022.
IMPORTANT: Lathrop city itself prohibits residential short-term rentals under Chapter 5.10 of the Lathrop Municipal Code (adopted 2024). Market data may reflect activity in adjacent areas. Operators should not rely on this data as authorization to operate within Lathrop city limits.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy | ADR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 55% | $106 | $1,694 |
| Feb | 61% | $111 | $1,724 |
| Mar | 61% | $112 | $1,932 |
| Apr | 61% | $117 | $1,948 |
| May | 64% | $124 | $2,107 |
| Jun | 66% | $129 | $2,315 |
| Jul | 67% | $125 | $2,308 |
| Aug | 63% | $122 | $2,154 |
| Sep | 61% | $118 | $1,948 |
| Oct | 61% | $116 | $1,979 |
| Nov | 58% | $115 | $1,826 |
| Dec | 57% | $116 | $1,861 |
Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Lathrop
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolve | 177 | 4,215 | ★ 4.55 |
| 2 | Stay Smart | 85 | 925 | ★ 4.36 |
| 3 | Guest Equity, Inc. | 47 | 4,153 | ★ 4.71 |
| 4 | Fresno Short Term Rentals | 43 | 3,803 | ★ 4.86 |
| 5 | LUSH Garden Hideaway | 42 | 875 | ★ 4.95 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Lathrop?
Revenue and pricing by property type, tier, and bedroom count.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
| 1 bed | 4,549 |
| 2 bed | 1,548 |
| 3 bed | 1,993 |
| 4 bed | 1,212 |
| 5 bed | 463 |
ADR by Property Tier
| Entire Home | $191 |
| Luxury | $299 |
| Professionally Managed | $232 |
Revenue by Dwelling Type
| Apartment | $1,838 |
| Entire Place | $3,296 |
| House | $2,862 |
Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 70.7% |
| vrbo | 3% |
| both | 26.3% |
Investment Analysis
Lathrop presents a legally untenable environment for STR investment: the City of Lathrop adopted a blanket prohibition on residential short-term rentals in 2024 under Chapter 5.10 of the Lathrop Municipal Code. There is no permit, license, or exemption pathway. Operating an Airbnb or VRBO-style residential STR within Lathrop city limits is illegal, and violations are declared public nuisances subject to city abatement.
For context on the surrounding market metrics: the typical home value in the Lathrop area is $647,590 (April 2026 Zillow estimate), with a median list price of $707,333 and 113 homes for sale. If market revenues from the dataset were applicable (they are not within city limits), the all-listings average of $2,268 per month would project to approximately $27,216 annually, implying a gross yield of approximately 4.2% against the typical home value before expenses. Entire-place listings in the surrounding area average $2,713 per month ($32,553 annualized).
Investors seeking STR income in this part of California’s Central Valley should evaluate adjacent jurisdictions with active permit frameworks before purchasing in Lathrop. The STR data here reflects activity in the broader data area, not legal activity within Lathrop city limits.
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Booking Insights
Based on the broader area dataset (note: Lathrop city prohibits STRs), guests in this market booked an average of 28 days in advance in April 2026, with an average length of stay of 5.0 nights. The 28-day lead time is the shortest among the five California markets in this batch, suggesting guests make decisions on a tighter horizon, consistent with business travel or displacement housing rather than leisure vacation planning.
The 5.0-night average stay is notably long for an inland suburban market, pointing toward mid-term or extended stays as a significant use case. Operators targeting business travelers, construction crews, or relocation guests would find this stay length favorable for reducing turnover costs. For dynamic pricing purposes, a 28-day booking window gives operators about four weeks of advance visibility.
Short-Term Rental Regulations
Lathrop, California has a blanket citywide prohibition on residential short-term rentals, codified under Chapter 5.10 of the Lathrop Municipal Code (‘SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROHIBITION’). The ordinance was adopted after a public council hearing on March 11, 2024. There is no permit, license, or exemption pathway. Operating any residential STR within Lathrop city limits is illegal regardless of zoning district.
Violations are declared public nuisances and may be summarily abated by the city under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 731 or other available remedies. The city’s stated rationale is preserving the long-term residential character of neighborhoods and maintaining adequate housing stock.
Lathrop does have a 9% Transient Occupancy Tax that predates the ban and applies to hotels and motels, but this has no pathway for residential STR compliance. Enforcement severity is rated strict. Investors and operators considering this area must evaluate jurisdictions outside Lathrop city limits.
Market Comparison
The Lathrop area’s April 2026 occupancy of 59.1% is above the U.S. STR median of approximately 55%, though ADR of $141 is well below the national median of around $220. This positions the broader area as a low-rate, moderate-occupancy inland market, consistent with Central Valley pricing dynamics.
The composite market score of 57.44 is below average, reflecting the below-average ADR growth and the regulatory prohibition within the city itself. The revenue growth sub-score of 48.76 is the weakest among the five markets analyzed, and annual revenue per listing has declined from the 2021 peak of $2,293 to $2,330 in 2025, with 2026 year-to-date averaging $2,137.
Among the top operators tracked in the broader area, Evolve leads with 177 listings and 4,215 reviews at a 4.55 average rating. Stay Smart holds second at 85 listings (4.36 rating). Guest Equity Inc. manages 47 listings (4.71 rating), Fresno Short Term Rentals operates 43 listings (4.86 rating), and LUSH Garden Hideaway rounds out the top five at 42 listings (4.95 rating). The top 5 account for 394 listings, approximately 4.0% of the tracked market.
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