Mission Viejo, California Short-Term Rental Market
Orange County short-term rentals averaged $328 ADR, 67.0% occupancy and $5,889 monthly revenue in September 2026.
Quick Answer: Mission Viejo, California is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Anaheim market area is 67%. average monthly revenue in the Anaheim market area is $5,889. average daily rate in the Anaheim market area is $328. the top operator in the Anaheim market area is Tower 17 Properties & Mgmt, LLC with 244 listings. market score is 69/100 (grade C).
Market data reflects the Anaheim regional market, which includes Mission Viejo. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Mission Viejo.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions StaySTRA evaluates per market.
Market Overview
This profile covers the Orange County STR market as it applies to Mission Viejo, California, using data through September 2026. The performance figures are tracked at a shared regional level that Mission Viejo shares with nearby towns, so the numbers should be read as regional rather than unique to Mission Viejo.
Mission Viejo is a master-planned city of 91,598 residents in south Orange County. It is primarily residential rather than a standalone tourist destination, and it has no dedicated visitors bureau or published annual visitor count. Guests come for Lake Mission Viejo (resident and guest access only), the Oso Creek Trail, Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, youth and amateur sports tournaments, and The Shops at Mission Viejo. Many also stay here while visiting larger Orange County draws, with beaches about 20 to 30 minutes away.
In September 2026 the Orange County STR market averaged an ADR of $328 and occupancy of 67.0%, with average monthly revenue of $5,889 per listing. Against September 2025, occupancy rose 6.5%, ADR rose 8.5% and revenue rose 16.8%. Entire place listings earned an ADR of $376.
The longer trend is also upward. Calendar 2026 through September shows 71.0% occupancy, a $335 ADR and $6,421 in average monthly revenue, compared with $5,627 for full-year 2025 and $3,252 for 2019. After a dip to $5,057 in 2023, average monthly revenue has risen every year since. Counts by bedroom, booking channel and listing type are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Mission Viejo, so this profile omits them.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 58% |
| Feb | 65% |
| Mar | 69% |
| Apr | 62% |
| May | 66% |
| Jun | 75% |
| Jul | 79% |
| Aug | 68% |
| Sep | 63% |
| Oct | 65% |
| Nov | 60% |
| Dec | 62% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Anaheim market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the Anaheim market as a whole, which includes Mission Viejo, so these counts are not Mission Viejo-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tower 17 Properties & Mgmt, LLC | 244 | 11,217 | ★ 4.70 |
| 2 | Dream Resorts | 195 | 9,053 | ★ 4.68 |
| 3 | Newport Beach Vacation Properties | 137 | 5,374 | ★ 4.61 |
| 4 | Vacasa | 126 | 8,872 | ★ 4.49 |
| 5 | OC Rentals | 121 | 1,263 | ★ 3.85 |
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 59.7% |
| vrbo | 5.3% |
| both | 35% |
Home Value Trends (Mission Viejo)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Short-term rentals are permitted in Mission Viejo, but they require registration. Operators need a Short-Term Rental permit from the city, reported at $250 and renewable every two years, plus a separate city business license. The application asks for items such as a letter describing the use, a floor plan, a blank lease agreement and proof of ownership. The city introduced an online registration portal in 2025.
Operators must collect and remit the city Transient Occupancy Tax of 8% on stays of 30 consecutive days or less. Remittance is quarterly.
There is no owner-occupancy requirement, and the city has not imposed a cap on the number of permits or a maximum number of nights per year as of 2025. Rentals are allowed citywide but must conform to residential zoning and occupancy norms, commonly cited as roughly two adults per bedroom, with adequate on-site parking and quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Enforcement severity is rated moderate. It is complaint-based, with reported fines starting at $100 for a first offense and rising to about $500 for repeat violations. The city added monitoring software in 2025 to improve tax collection. Some permit cost, renewal and penalty figures come from secondary sources, so confirm them with the city before applying.
The largest practical hurdle is HOA rules. Many Mission Viejo neighborhoods are HOA-governed, and an HOA may restrict or fully prohibit short-term rentals regardless of city permission. Check the governing documents before making an offer.
Market Comparison
The Orange County STR market posted 67.0% occupancy and a $328 ADR in September 2026, with entire place listings reaching $376 and luxury listings $721.
The seasonal range is also telling. January, the weakest month, still posts 57.6% occupancy. The strongest month, July, reaches 78.6%.
The higher ADR comes with a higher cost of entry. The typical Mission Viejo home value is $1,201,393, which is why a gross yield is not stated here. Revenue is growing, with September 2026 revenue up 16.8% year over year, but investors should weigh that growth against purchase price, HOA limits and the $250 permit and 8% occupancy tax.
Mission Viejo is primarily a residential community rather than a destination in its own right. Its demand is tied to regional Orange County travel, sports events and outdoor recreation. Top operators are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Mission Viejo, so this profile omits them.
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