Vernon, New Jersey Short-Term Rental Market
Vernon caps STRs at 180 nights, with October 2026 ADR of $223, 56.2% occupancy and $3,514 monthly revenue.
Quick Answer: Vernon, New Jersey is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy in the New Jersey Area market area is 56%. average monthly revenue in the New Jersey Area market area is $3,514. average daily rate in the New Jersey Area market area is $223. the top operator in the New Jersey Area market area is Evolve with 70 listings. market score is 53/100 (grade D).
Market data reflects the New Jersey Area regional market, which includes Vernon. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Vernon.
Market Score Breakdown
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Market Overview
Vernon Township limits short term rentals to 180 nights per calendar year and requires an annual permit, so any read of the numbers below should start with that cap. Performance figures on this page describe the Sussex County, New Jersey STR market, the area that includes Vernon and Hopatcong, rather than Vernon alone. In October 2026 the average daily rate was $223 and occupancy was 56.2%, producing average revenue of $3,514 per listing for the month. Compared with October 2025, occupancy slipped 1.2%, while ADR rose 14.4% and revenue rose 13.2%, so the gain came from price rather than more booked nights.
Supply across the Sussex County area is substantial. The area has about 3,448 listings by channel: 2,373 on Airbnb only, 155 on Vrbo only, and 920 on both platforms. By listing type, the Sussex County area has 2,460 entire places, 978 private rooms, and 10 shared rooms. Bedroom counts skew small, with 1,753 one bedroom listings, 746 two bedroom, 512 three bedroom, 269 four bedroom, and 163 five bedroom listings across the region.
Demand in Vernon is tied to Mountain Creek Resort, which offers ski trails in winter and a water park and mountain bike park in summer, and to Crystal Springs Resort, with seven golf courses and a spa. The Appalachian Trail also passes through the area. Visitors come mostly from the New York City metro area, roughly 50 to 60 miles away, which supports weekend and group trips. Vernon Township has 22,879 residents.
Results have strengthened in 2026. The first ten months of the year average a $206 ADR, 55.9% occupancy, and $3,163 in monthly revenue, against $182, 55.9%, and $2,837 for all of 2025. Occupancy has held near 56% since 2023, so recent revenue growth is rate driven.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Jan | 46% |
| Feb | 54% |
| Mar | 54% |
| Apr | 58% |
| May | 60% |
| Jun | 64% |
| Jul | 66% |
| Aug | 65% |
| Sep | 58% |
| Oct | 57% |
| Nov | 54% |
| Dec | 55% |
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Top Short-Term Rental Operators in New Jersey Area market area
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape. Operator data is published for the New Jersey Area market as a whole, which includes Vernon, so these counts are not Vernon-only figures.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evolve | 70 | 3,018 | ★ 4.63 |
| 2 | Mountain Creek | 38 | 34 | ★ 4.93 |
| 3 | GTL Properties LLC | 36 | 3,162 | ★ 4.91 |
| 4 | visionstream | 32 | 415 | ★ 4.75 |
| 5 | Leavetown | 16 | 16 | ★ 4.41 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Vernon?
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Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 68.8% |
| vrbo | 4.5% |
| both | 26.7% |
Home Value Trends (Vernon)
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Booking Insights
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Short-Term Rental Regulations
Vernon Township explicitly permits short term rentals, defined as stays of 30 or fewer consecutive days, under Chapter 476 of its code. The framework was created in 2020 through Ordinances 20-04 and 20-09 and amended in 2021 through Ordinance 21-23. Enforcement severity is rated moderate.
The key limit is 180 rental nights per calendar year, cumulative. Owners must obtain an STR permit and register the property with the Township before advertising or renting. Registration costs $350 and renews annually. It includes two required annual Fire Marshal inspections, and the property is also checked for outstanding taxes, sewer payments, and building permits. Older homes may need a lead based paint inspection under New Jersey rules.
A 3% Transient Accommodation Occupancy Tax applies to rental income, retroactive to March 30, 2020. Platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, and Evolve collect and remit it. Otherwise owners pay the Township directly.
Owner occupancy is not required for a standalone house, and no primary residence requirement applies. It is required when renting one unit of a two unit or multiple unit dwelling, where the owner must live in another unit as a principal residence. Condominium units are allowed where the association documents permit. HOA or association approval is required before registration, and registration fees are not refunded if the HOA rejects the request.
Operating rules include a responsible party reachable 24/7, no exterior signage, the permit number in every advertisement, a registration decal on display, and a minimum guest age of 21. Fines run from $250 to $500 per violation, per day, and noncompliance can lead to permit suspension.
Market Comparison
In October 2026 the Sussex County area posted a $223 ADR and 56.2% occupancy, and revenue of $3,514 per listing for the month reflects that combination.
The trend matters more than the snapshot. Occupancy is down 1.2% year over year, but ADR is up 14.4%, which is a strong pricing gain. The 2026 year to date ADR of $206 compares with $182 for 2025.
The seasonal data shows where the area falls short. January occupancy of 46.2% is well under July’s 66.5%. Hosts relying on year round income should plan for a wide gap between winter and summer.
The 180 night cap also separates Vernon from many markets with no annual limit. Regional occupancy of 56.2% across a full year would imply about 205 booked nights, so a compliant Vernon property cannot match the regional occupancy average over twelve months.
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