Waldport, Oregon Short-Term Rental Market
Waldport, OR coastal STRs averaged $341/night at 70.6% occupancy in June 2026 across roughly 2,838 listings.
Quick Answer: Waldport, Oregon is an active short-term rental market. average occupancy is 71%. average monthly revenue is $6,585. average daily rate is $341. the top operator is Meredith Lodging with 427 listings. market score is 63/100 (grade C).
Market data reflects the Lincoln City/Newport regional market, which includes Waldport. Regulations, taxes, and permit details below are specific to Waldport.
Market Score Breakdown
Five dimensions Apivex evaluates per market.
Market Overview
Waldport’s short-term rental market, tracked here across the wider Central Oregon Coast catchment beyond the town’s own population of 2,262, comprises roughly 2,838 active listings: 523 Airbnb-only, 353 Vrbo-only, and 1,962 listed on both platforms. In June 2026, the average daily rate was $340.50 with 70.6% occupancy, up 2.14 percentage points year over year. ADR fell sharply, down 7.56% year over year, and average monthly revenue of $6,585 declined 2.54%, a market where rate softness outweighed the occupancy gain. Listing type mix is almost entirely entire-place: 2,779 entire-place listings versus just 59 private-room listings, with no shared-room listings recorded. Bedroom mix is fairly even across smaller units, 1-bedroom (792), 3-bedroom (778), and 2-bedroom (749), with fewer 4-bedroom (337) and 5-plus bedroom (170) listings. Property type drives a wide revenue spread: houses average $7,533/month, well above entire-place listings at $6,657/month and apartments at $4,905/month, a roughly 54% gap between houses and apartments. Market-score data shows exceptionally strong rental demand (97.0/100, the highest of any category tracked) and high investability (83.9/100), but weaker revenue-growth momentum (43.6/100) and a modest seasonality score of 50.3, both consistent with the recent softening in rate and revenue.
Seasonal Patterns
| Month | Occupancy | ADR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38% | $212 | $2,359 |
| Feb | 47% | $220 | $2,630 |
| Mar | 59% | $234 | $3,805 |
| Apr | 56% | $234 | $3,784 |
| May | 60% | $253 | $4,067 |
| Jun | 71% | $288 | $5,385 |
| Jul | 80% | $293 | $6,261 |
| Aug | 81% | $291 | $6,425 |
| Sep | 65% | $245 | $4,381 |
| Oct | 56% | $221 | $3,561 |
| Nov | 48% | $226 | $2,929 |
| Dec | 40% | $229 | $2,653 |
Top Short-Term Rental Operators in Waldport
Ranked by total active listings. Useful for understanding the competitive landscape.
| # | Operator | Listings | Reviews | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meredith Lodging | 427 | 32,154 | ★ 4.53 |
| 2 | Vacasa | 372 | 47,537 | ★ 4.36 |
| 3 | Casago | 191 | 6,077 | ★ 4.24 |
| 4 | Sweet Homes | 116 | 10,021 | ★ 4.73 |
| 5 | Oregon Beach Vacations | 111 | 9,417 | ★ 4.37 |
What Kind of STR Should I Buy in Waldport?
Revenue and pricing by property type, tier, and bedroom count.
Revenue by Bedroom Count
| 1 bed | 792 |
| 2 bed | 749 |
| 3 bed | 778 |
| 4 bed | 337 |
| 5 bed | 170 |
ADR by Property Tier
| Entire Home | $343 |
| Luxury | $527 |
| Professionally Managed | $352 |
Revenue by Dwelling Type
| Apartment | $4,905 |
| Entire Place | $6,657 |
| House | $7,533 |
Booking Channel Mix
Distribution of bookings across major STR platforms.
| Channel | Share |
|---|---|
| airbnb | 18.4% |
| vrbo | 12.4% |
| both | 69.1% |
Investment Analysis
Tiered ADR data shows the market-wide average of $340.50/night rising modestly to $342.85 for entire-home listings and $352.37 for professionally-managed listings (about 3% above average), then jumping to $526.64 for the luxury tier (about 55% above average). As in several nearby Oregon coast markets, the professional-management premium alone is thin while the luxury-tier premium is substantial, suggesting property quality and location (oceanfront, bay views) matter more to rate than management branding. Revenue declined 2.54% year over year, driven by a 7.56% drop in ADR that occupancy gains (+2.14 points) only partially offset. At $6,585/month in average revenue ($79,015 annualized) against a typical home value of $471,730, that computes to a gross STR revenue yield of about 16.8% before expenses, permits, taxes, and management. Waldport’s housing market shows a thin for-sale inventory of just 59 homes against a $569,167 median list price. Regulation is comparatively light for Oregon’s coast: Waldport is described in the area profile as the most permissive coastal jurisdiction in Lincoln County, with no STR cap, lottery, or land-use permit requirement, no owner-occupancy rule, and enforcement rated minimal, though nearby unincorporated Lincoln County passed a new capped STR ordinance in late 2025 that does not apply within Waldport city limits.
Revenue Trend (5 yr)
ADR & Occupancy Trends (5 yr)
Run a Free Address Analysis
Skip the market averages. Get revenue projections, comp analysis, and ROI for your specific property address. Free, instant, no signup required.
Analyze My Property →Home Value Trends (Waldport)
Booking Insights
Waldport’s average booking lead time is 67.1 days, over two months, consistent with travelers planning Oregon coast trips ahead of the summer peak. The average length of stay is 3.35 nights, a short weekend-to-midweek trip typical of a drive-market coastal destination. That two-month-plus lead time gives operators meaningful advance-booking pricing visibility, allowing rate adjustments as summer dates fill. The short average stay means frequent turnovers, particularly during the compressed July-August peak, making efficient cleaning and turnover logistics an important factor in per-booking profitability.
Short-Term Rental Regulations
Waldport is described in the area profile as the most permissive coastal jurisdiction in the Lincoln County area for short-term rentals. There is no cap, lottery, or dedicated STR land-use permit within city limits, and no zoning that specifically restricts rentals under 30 days. Operators must still register: a city Business License (renewed annually each July 1), a Short/Long Term Rental/Vacation Rental form, and a Lodging Tax form, plus registration with the Oregon Secretary of State before applying for the business license. Waldport’s occupancy/lodging tax is 12%, raised from 10% by City Council on January 11, 2024, plus the Oregon state lodging tax of roughly 1.5%. There is no owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirement and no maximum-nights rule. Enforcement is rated minimal, the lightest enforcement rating in this dataset, centered on general noise, occupancy, and parking compliance rather than caps or revocations. One notable restriction: if a property adds an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), either the ADU or the primary dwelling is precluded from short-term rental use. Nearby unincorporated Lincoln County passed a new, capped STR ordinance in late 2025, which does not apply within Waldport city limits. (Regulatory data current as of July 18, 2026.)
Market Comparison
Waldport’s June 2026 occupancy of 70.6% runs well above the roughly 55% national STR occupancy benchmark, and its ADR of $340.50 sits well above the roughly $220 national median ADR benchmark, even after a 7.56% year-over-year ADR decline. Among property managers active in the market, Meredith Lodging leads with 427 listings and 32,154 reviews (4.53 average rating), followed by Vacasa (372 listings, 47,537 reviews, 4.36 rating) and Casago (191 listings, 6,077 reviews, 4.24 rating). Combined, the top three managers operate about 990 listings, roughly 34.9% of the market’s 2,838 total active listings, one of the more consolidated operator bases among Oregon coast markets in this dataset.
Frequently Asked Questions About Waldport, Oregon
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Waldport, Oregon?
How much does a Waldport Airbnb earn per month?
What is the average daily rate for Airbnb listings in Waldport, Oregon?
Do you need a permit to run a short-term rental in Waldport?
Is Waldport's STR market more or less regulated than other Oregon coast towns?
When is the best time to book or list a Waldport Airbnb?
Who are the largest STR property managers in Waldport, Oregon?
Analyze Waldport Rentals
Use our free calculator to estimate Airbnb revenue for any property in Waldport.
Free Waldport STR Calculator →
