Ocean View, Delaware Short-Term Rental Market
Delmarva coast STR market in September 2026 shows $372 ADR, 42.6% occupancy and $4,269 monthly revenue
Quick Answer: Ocean View, Delaware is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the Delaware/Maryland Beaches market area is 43%. average monthly revenue in the Delaware/Maryland Beaches market area is $4,269. average daily rate in the Delaware/Maryland Beaches market area is $372. the top operator in the Delaware/Maryland Beaches market area is Vacasa with 2,346 listings. market score is 49/100 (grade D).
Market data reflects the Delaware/Maryland Beaches regional market, which includes Ocean View. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Ocean View.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions StaySTRA evaluates per market.
Market Overview
This profile covers the Delmarva Atlantic Coast STR market, a shared submarket that includes Ocean View, Fenwick Island, Frankford, Rehoboth Beach, and Lewes in Delaware, plus Ocean City and Berlin in Maryland. These towns report an identical metric series, so every performance number below describes the region as a whole rather than Ocean View alone. In September 2026 the average daily rate was $372 and occupancy was 42.6%, producing average monthly revenue of $4,269 per listing. Compared with a year earlier, occupancy rose 12.5%, ADR rose 5.2%, and revenue rose 11.9%. September sits in the shoulder season after the summer peak, so the figures are well below July levels (78.9% occupancy and $6,980 revenue). Annual results have shifted over time. Average annual occupancy fell from 52.8% in 2021 to 43.7% in 2025, while ADR climbed from $277 to $319. For 2026 through September, occupancy is 48.2%, ADR is $337, and monthly revenue averages $4,287, against $3,791 for all of 2025. Ocean View itself is an inland town of 3,105 residents about one mile from Bethany Beach, in Delaware’s Quiet Resorts region. Visitors are mostly leisure travelers who want a calmer, more residential base within a short drive of the Atlantic beaches. Other draws include James Farm Ecological Preserve, Fresh Pond State Park, and the Assawoman Canal Trail. Bedroom, channel, and listing type counts are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Ocean View, so this profile omits them. The regional market score is 48.7 out of 100 overall, with revenue growth at 91.5, investability at 69.6, regulation at 67.1, rental demand at 47.5, and seasonality at 42.6.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 25% |
| Feb | 35% |
| Mar | 39% |
| Apr | 39% |
| May | 46% |
| Jun | 70% |
| Jul | 79% |
| Aug | 77% |
| Sep | 45% |
| Oct | 26% |
| Nov | 25% |
| Dec | 31% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Delaware/Maryland Beaches market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the Delaware/Maryland Beaches market as a whole, which includes Ocean View, so these counts are not Ocean View-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vacasa | 2,346 | 60,626 | ★ 4.36 |
| 2 | Coastal Resort Rentals | 355 | 1,646 | ★ 4.39 |
| 3 | Shoreline Properties | 349 | 1,861 | ★ 4.28 |
| 4 | Central Reservations | 328 | 4,890 | ★ 4.53 |
| 5 | VacayHome Connect | 312 | 593 | ★ 4.18 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Ocean View?
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 17.3% |
| vrbo | 25.9% |
| both | 56.8% |
Home Value Trends (Ocean View)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Short term rentals are permitted in Ocean View, but every rental dwelling must hold a Town Rental License under Chapter 93 of the Town Code (Ordinance 365), administered by the Planning, Zoning and Development office. The license costs $150 and renews annually on a calendar year basis, January 1 through December 31. Renewals postmarked after January 1 carry a $40 late fee. Applicants submit a completed application along with a blank copy of the rental lease agreement. Rentals must comply with the Town zoning map, and properties in residential zones can be rented once licensed. No district level short term rental ban has been adopted. The Town has not published a cap on rental nights, and there is no owner occupancy or primary residence requirement. The license also requires owners to use reasonable business practices so guests do not create unreasonable noise, engage in disorderly conduct, or violate town code or Delaware law. Enforcement severity is rated moderate. Two taxes apply, for a combined 10.5%. The Town charges a 6% Gross Receipts Tax on rental income, raised from 5% effective January 1, 2025, paid by the owner in two installments: rentals from January 1 through June 30 are due August 15, and rentals from July 1 through December 31 are due February 15. Delaware also began imposing a 4.5% State Lodging Tax on short term rental agreements signed on or after January 1, 2025. Confirm current requirements with the Town before purchasing.
Market Comparison
The Delmarva Atlantic Coast STR market is strongly seasonal, with a profile that depends on a short summer window. The September 2026 ADR was $372 and occupancy was 42.6%. Income depends on charging premium prices during the summer months. Even the annual averages show the pattern: 2026 through September occupancy is 48.2% with a $337 ADR. Peak months lift results, with July occupancy at 78.9% and ADR at $355, but winter occupancy of 25.1% in January pulls the annual average down. Growth is a strength, with revenue up 11.9% compared with a year earlier. The regional market score of 48.7 out of 100 reflects strong revenue growth (91.5) and investability (69.6) offset by seasonality (42.6) and rental demand (47.5). Operator rankings are tracked at a shared regional level rather than uniquely for Ocean View, so this profile omits them. Investors should weigh the high summer rates against the long off season.
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