Airbnb revenue management in Melbourne
Melbourne is a steady year-round city market: monthly revenue moves within a narrow band, with occupancy strongest in February and through winter and rates highest in summer and March. WTP prices every night by demand, while you keep running the property and your own accounts.
What does an Airbnb earn in Melbourne? Across 1,000 short stays within 10 miles of the city, the typical nightly rate is $186 with 53% occupancy. Over the last 12 months a listing earned about $36,000 in revenue. January was the best month at $3,294 per listing and October the weakest at $2,634. By size, one-bedroom homes averaged $135 a night, two-bedroom homes $210 and three-bedroom homes $338. These are market estimates from IntelliHost Market Data, not booking records.
Is your Melbourne home earning what it should?
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- Yearly gross estimate from homes like yours nearby
- Nightly rate and occupancy month by month
- Where the gap comes from rate, occupancy or both
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Every month books differently, so every night is priced differently
What short stays within 10 miles of Melbourne earned over the last 12 months, by month, bedroom count and day of the week.
Each month against the 12-month average
By bedroom count
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3 bedrooms
- Revenue, 12 months
- $53,968
- Nightly rate
- $338
- Occupancy
- 44%
- Listings
- 86
Asking rate by day of the week
Source: IntelliHost Market Data, 1,000 short-stay listings within 10 miles, computed 2026-10-13. Market estimates, not booking records. Figures in AUD.
Who stays in Melbourne, and what they look for
City short-break visitors
Solo travellers and couples on quick weekend or work trips who want to walk everywhere in Melbourne's inner suburbs and get into the city easily.
- Cafes, restaurants, bars and shops within walking distance
- A tram, train or bus stop close by
- A spotless, well-kept and nicely styled apartment
Often missing: Microwave, Air conditioning, Wifi, Kitchen
Families and longer group stays
Multi-generational families and larger groups booking roomy, well-equipped homes for a week or more.
- Enough bedrooms and bathrooms for the whole family
- A large, fully equipped kitchen for family meals
- A pool, gym or kids' activities nearby
Often missing: Dining table, Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
Couples on a relaxing getaway
Couples and solo travellers looking for a calm, beautifully presented place with good views or a pool, often for a special occasion.
- A great view of the city, water or gardens
- Access to a pool, gym or spa
- Stylish decor with attention to detail
Often missing: Wine glasses, TV, Air conditioning, Wifi
From guest reviews in the IntelliHost market report.
What we run, and what stays with you
We run, remotely
- Nightly pricingDaily rate updates for season, events, lead time and gaps, with minimum and maximum prices you approve.
- Listing optimisationTitles, photo order, descriptions and amenities written for the guests who book your area.
- ChannelsAirbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo connected through one system, so the calendar is never double booked.
- Reviews and reportingReview responses, monthly results and a plain-English plan for next month.
You keep
- Your accountsYour Airbnb, Booking.com and bank accounts stay in your name.
- Guests on arrivalCheck-in, keys and anything the guest needs on the ground.
- Cleaning and maintenanceYour cleaners and tradespeople, working from the shared booking calendar.
- Local registrationAny registration, permit and local tax filings.
Melbourne short-stay rules at a glance
The short-stay rules for Melbourne are being checked against official sources before they are published here.
Revenue management fees
From A$250 for your first listing, per listing, per month, including GST, with lower rates for every listing after that.
| Listings | Per listing, per month |
|---|---|
| Listing 1 | A$250 |
| Listings 2-10 | A$200 |
| Listings 11-20 | A$100 |
| Listings 21-50 | A$75 |
| Listings 51+ | A$40 |
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Revenue management near Melbourne
Airbnb revenue management in Melbourne FAQs
What is the average Airbnb nightly rate in Melbourne?
The median nightly rate across 1,000 Melbourne short stays is $186. Rates were highest in March at $218 and lowest in May at $165. Forward asking rates average $292 to $295 midweek and $355 to $358 on Friday and Saturday.
What occupancy do Melbourne Airbnbs get by month and bedroom count?
Market occupancy is 53%. It ranged from 45% in March to 59% in February. Studios ran at 52%, one-bedroom homes 58%, two-bedroom homes 52%, three-bedroom homes 44% and four-bedroom homes 36%.
How far ahead do guests book in Melbourne?
The median booking window is 36 days. Guests book furthest ahead for December (62 days), November (54 days) and September (53 days), and closest in for May (23 days).
Who books Airbnbs in Melbourne?
Guest reviews point to three main groups: city short-break visitors (38% of demand, about 2 nights), families and longer group stays (32%, about 7 nights) and couples on a relaxing getaway (20%, about 3 nights).
How does WTP price an Airbnb in Melbourne?
WTP prices every night by demand rather than setting flat seasons, so busy nights and quiet nights are priced differently. You keep running the property; WTP handles the pricing, the listing and the reporting.
See what your Melbourne home should be earning.
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