Bisbee, Arizona Short-Term Rental Market
Bisbee STRs averaged $171/night at 53.2% occupancy in April 2026, across a historic mining town market with roughly 7,100 active listings.
Quick Answer: Bisbee, Arizona is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Arizona Area market area is 54%. average monthly revenue in the Arizona Area market area is $2,978. average daily rate in the Arizona Area market area is $197. the top operator in the Arizona Area market area is Evolve with 300 listings. market score is 77/100 (grade B).
Market data reflects the Arizona Area regional market, which includes Bisbee. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Bisbee.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions StaySTRA evaluates per market.
Market Overview
Bisbee, Arizona operates a sizable STR market relative to its population of approximately 4,977, drawing visitors to its Victorian architecture, artistic community, and Cochise County scenic corridor. As of April 2026, the average daily rate is $171, occupancy is 53.2%, and RevPAR is $91. Year-over-year, occupancy slipped 2.9 percentage points, ADR edged down 0.6%, and revenue was essentially flat at -0.3% versus April 2025.
The market holds approximately 7,155 tracked listings: 6,657 entire-place units, 497 private rooms, and 1 shared room. The large listing count relative to the town’s population reflects the broader Bisbee and Southeast Arizona rural corridor that this area designation covers. By bedroom count, 1-bedroom units lead at 2,457, followed by 2-bedroom (2,027), 3-bedroom (1,718), 4-bedroom (675), and 5-bedroom (264). Channel distribution is Airbnb-heavy: 3,443 listings on Airbnb only, 3,158 on both platforms, and 554 on VRBO only. The overall market score is 76.8, with seasonality rated 96.4 out of 100 — the standout dimension — and investability at 71.8.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 50% |
| Feb | 58% |
| Mar | 62% |
| Apr | 54% |
| May | 55% |
| Jun | 59% |
| Jul | 62% |
| Aug | 56% |
| Sep | 53% |
| Oct | 56% |
| Nov | 52% |
| Dec | 54% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Arizona Area market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the Arizona Area market as a whole, which includes Bisbee, so these counts are not Bisbee-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolve | 300 | 15,967 | ★ 4.74 |
| 2 | Gathering Places | 55 | 11,839 | ★ 4.89 |
| 3 | Lost Resort Property Management LLC | 52 | 1,967 | ★ 4.77 |
| 4 | R2 Hospitality | 48 | 289 | ★ 4.47 |
| 5 | Property Management Inc Northern Arizona | 44 | 2,458 | ★ 4.73 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Bisbee?
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 48.1% |
| vrbo | 7.7% |
| both | 44.1% |
Home Value Trends (Bisbee)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Bisbee enacted Ordinance O-22-15 (effective January 1, 2023), establishing a formal licensing framework for vacation rentals and short-term rentals (stays under 30 days). Operators must hold a City Business License under Article 8.2, register with the City Clerk with a 24/7 emergency contact, maintain a current Arizona state Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) license (number must appear on all listings), carry at least $500,000 in liability insurance, and register with the Cochise County Assessor under ARS 33-1902. The annual registration fee is $250. Sex-offender background checks are required within 24 hours of every booking and before check-in. Fire extinguishers are required in every kitchen area, on each floor, and within 20 feet of any outdoor fire feature.
STRs are permitted in residential zones, mixed-use areas, and historic districts. Arizona state law (ARS 9-500.39) prohibits municipalities from banning STRs outright. There is no owner-occupancy or primary residence requirement, no cap on annual rental nights, and no limit on units per owner. The combined transient tax burden is approximately 12.1% (city TPT 3.5%, Cochise County excise approximately 1.05%, and state TPT 5.6%). Enforcement is rated moderate.
Market Comparison
Bisbee’s April 2026 ADR of $171 runs below the US STR median of approximately $220, while occupancy at 53.2% is slightly below the national median of approximately 55%. The market’s distinctive strength is seasonal consistency: the 96.4 seasonality score places it among the top-ranked markets nationally for year-round stability.
Evolve leads the market with 300 listings and 15,967 reviews (4.74 average rating). Gathering Places follows with 55 listings and 11,839 reviews at a 4.89 rating. Lost Resort Property Management holds 52 listings (4.77 rating). R2 Hospitality manages 48 listings (4.47 rating). Property Management Inc Northern Arizona rounds out the top five with 44 listings and a 4.73 rating.
Evolve’s 300-listing presence accounts for approximately 4% of the total market, a lower concentration than in most markets where Evolve operates, reflecting the prevalence of independent operators in this artistic and historic community.
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