Sanford, Maine Short-Term Rental Market
Quick Answer: Sanford, Maine is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy is 64%. average monthly revenue is $5,761. average daily rate is $432. the top operator is Vacasa with 152 listings. market score is 50/100 (grade D).
Market data reflects the Maine Beaches regional market, which includes Sanford. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Sanford.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions Apivex evaluates per market.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy | ADR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 35% | $239 | $2,450 |
| Feb | 49% | $240 | $2,560 |
| Mar | 46% | $234 | $2,671 |
| Apr | 50% | $254 | $2,663 |
| May | 52% | $286 | $2,724 |
| Jun | 66% | $345 | $4,515 |
| Jul | 79% | $363 | $6,800 |
| Aug | 80% | $366 | $7,067 |
| Sep | 48% | $304 | $3,867 |
| Oct | 46% | $267 | $3,215 |
| Nov | 37% | $260 | $2,644 |
| Dec | 42% | $277 | $2,869 |
Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Sanford
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vacasa | 152 | 7,411 | ★ 4.49 |
| 2 | Evolve | 86 | 2,952 | ★ 4.69 |
| 3 | Salt & Shine Vacation Rentals | 60 | 980 | ★ 4.88 |
| 4 | Coastline Vacation Rentals | 55 | 1,133 | ★ 4.80 |
| 5 | Grand Welcome | 51 | 777 | ★ 4.89 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Sanford?
Revenue and pricing by property type, tier, and bedroom count.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
| 1 bed | 1,130 |
| 2 bed | 1,373 |
| 3 bed | 1,031 |
| 4 bed | 656 |
| 5 bed | 419 |
ADR by Property Tier
| Entire Home | $441 |
| Luxury | $680 |
| Professionally Managed | $513 |
Revenue by Dwelling Type
| Apartment | $3,963 |
| Entire Place | $5,917 |
| House | $6,663 |
Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 30.4% |
| vrbo | 18.9% |
| both | 50.7% |
Investment Analysis
Revenue Trend (5 yr)
ADR & Occupancy Trends (5 yr)
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