Clarkdale, Arizona Short-Term Rental Market
Clarkdale, AZ short-term rentals averaged $350/night at 61.7% occupancy in May 2026.
Quick Answer: Clarkdale, Arizona is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Sedona market area is 48%. average monthly revenue in the Sedona market area is $4,386. average daily rate in the Sedona market area is $317.
Market data reflects the Sedona regional market, which includes Clarkdale. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Clarkdale.
Market Overview
Clarkdale sits in Arizona’s Verde Valley, adjacent to Sedona and drawing visitors seeking red rock scenery, Oak Creek Canyon, and outdoor recreation. The area profile covers a population of approximately 9,684 residents in the immediate Sedona area, with an estimated 3.16 million annual visits to the region.
In May 2026, the market recorded an average daily rate of $350 and an occupancy rate of 61.7%, producing a RevPAR of $216. Average monthly revenue per active listing was approximately $6,001. Year-over-year, occupancy rose 1.8 percentage points and ADR increased 0.5%, resulting in a modest 0.3% revenue gain compared to the same month in the prior year.
Looking at multi-year trends, the market has matured considerably since 2017 when average ADR stood at $175 and average annual occupancy was 47.7%. By 2025, ADR reached a calendar-year average of $324 with occupancy averaging 56.9%. The 2026 partial-year figures through May suggest continued improvement, with ADR averaging $341 and occupancy averaging 63.9% across months reported.
Bedroom mix and listing-type breakdowns are not available in the current snapshot for this area.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 47% |
| Feb | 63% |
| Mar | 76% |
| Apr | 69% |
| May | 63% |
| Jun | 55% |
| Jul | 54% |
| Aug | 51% |
| Sep | 57% |
| Oct | 67% |
| Nov | 61% |
| Dec | 56% |
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Clarkdale falls within the City of Sedona regulatory framework for short-term rentals. STRs are permitted and require an annual permit issued by the City of Sedona. As of January 2025, the permit fee is $210 per unit per year, non-refundable and non-transferable. Permits do not transfer to new owners when a property sells.
Operators must first obtain an Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax license from the state, then apply for the city permit. The city permit number must appear in all advertisements.
The combined lodging tax rate is 13.9% for properties in Coconino County (state and county 6.9%, plus city bed tax 3.5%, plus city hotel tax 3.5%). Properties in Yavapai County pay 13.325%.
Owner-occupancy and primary-residence requirements do not apply to existing units. However, new accessory dwelling units with a certificate of occupancy dated September 14, 2024 or later may only operate as STRs if the owner’s primary residence is the principal structure on the same parcel. Special events such as weddings, religious gatherings, and conferences are explicitly prohibited at STR properties.
Enforcement is categorized as strict. The city operates a 24/7 complaint hotline (928-203-5110) and employs a dedicated STR Specialist. Fines start at $500 and can reach $3,500 for repeat violations. Permits may be suspended for up to one year for serious violations. Arizona SB 1350 prohibits cities from banning STRs outright, so no cap on total permit numbers exists.
Market Comparison
The Clarkdale market’s May 2026 ADR of $350 is approximately 59% above the national STR median ADR of around $220, reflecting the premium that Sedona-area destinations command. Occupancy at 61.7% exceeds the approximate US STR median of 55%, indicating above-average demand relative to supply.
RevPAR of $216 is a strong figure for a small market in an outdoor recreation corridor. By comparison, many similarly sized mountain or canyon destination towns across the Southwest post RevPAR in the $100 to $160 range.
Top property manager data is not available in the current snapshot for this area. The market’s operator concentration and professional management share cannot be assessed from current data.
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