Short-Term Rental Investment — Data & ROI in South America 2026
Profitability analysis across 11 countries and 407 cities. Updated occupancy, pricing, and ROI data.
102,571 active properties
11 countries · 407 cities
Mexico
11,972 properties · 32 cities
Uruguay
Montevideo · Punta del Este
4,946 properties · 8 cities
Argentina
Buenos Aires · Mendoza
16,759 properties · 55 cities
Market Summary
Short-term rental data across South America
We analyzed 102571 short-term rental properties across 11 countries and 407 cities in South America, with a median rate of $74/night and an occupancy rate of 53%, generating an estimated revenue of $1,184/month.
Countries to Invest
Sorted by estimated profitability.
Brazil
16 cities · 29,752 listings
Median/Night
$77
Occupancy
57%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$1,344
Argentina(Buenos Aires)
55 cities · 16,759 listings
Median/Night
$71
Occupancy
67%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$1,396
Mexico
32 cities · 11,972 listings
Median/Night
$123
Occupancy
67%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$2,345
Paraguay
80 cities · 5,317 listings
Median/Night
$65
Occupancy
40%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$731
Colombia
55 cities · 13,858 listings
Median/Night
$75
Occupancy
39%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$928
Uruguay
8 cities · 4,946 listings
Median/Night
$108
Occupancy
33%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$1,400
Chile
27 cities · 8,790 listings
Median/Night
$61
Occupancy
46%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$912
Costa Rica
98 cities · 2,675 listings
Median/Night
$84
Occupancy
30%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$1,053
Panama
9 cities · 1,550 listings
Median/Night
$92
Occupancy
47%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$1,357
Peru
15 cities · 3,699 listings
Median/Night
$51
Occupancy
53%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$691
Ecuador
12 cities · 3,253 listings
Median/Night
$51
Occupancy
30%
Est. Revenue/Mo
$574
Best Cities for Short-Term Rentals
Cities with the most properties in South America
São Paulo
Brazil
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Rio de Janeiro
Brazil
Ciudad de México
Mexico
Medellín
Colombia
Bogotá
Colombia
Santiago
Chile
Punta del Este
Uruguay
Lima
Peru
Asunción
Paraguay
Florianópolis
Brazil
Cartagena
Colombia
Buenos Aires vs Asunción — Comparison
Comparison of the two largest cities
| Metric | Buenos Aires | Asunción |
|---|---|---|
| Listings | 12,494 | 2,546 |
| Median Price/Night | $73 | $61 |
| Occupancy | 73% | 57% |
| Est. Revenue/Mo | $1,533 | $972 |
Buenos Aires
Asunción
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Ready to Invest in South America?
Brazil
~$1,344/mes est.
View on MapArgentina
~$1,396/mes est.
View on MapColombia
~$928/mes est.
View on MapMexico
~$2,345/mes est.
View on MapChile
~$912/mes est.
View on MapParaguay
~$731/mes est.
View on MapUruguay
~$1,400/mes est.
View on MapPeru
~$691/mes est.
View on MapEcuador
~$574/mes est.
View on MapCosta Rica
~$1,053/mes est.
View on MapPanama
~$1,357/mes est.
View on MapFrequently Asked Questions About Investing in South America
The most attractive markets for Airbnb investment in the region are: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Mexico, Chile. Paraguay stands out for having no restrictive regulations and low operating costs, while Argentina offers the largest market with high tourist demand. The median nightly rate across the region is $74. We analyze 102,571 properties across 407 cities to help you compare.
Short-Term Rental Investment Guide
South America is one of the world's most dynamic regions for short-term rental investment. With 102,571 active properties across 407 cities, the region offers opportunities for investors of all profiles — from apartments in capital cities to properties in emerging tourist destinations.
Brazil
Brazil has 29,752 short-term rental properties across 16 cities. The median rate is $77/night with 57% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $1344/month.
Top cities: São Paulo (13075), Rio de Janeiro (10379), Florianópolis (2362), Salvador (1927), Armação dos Búzios (1264)
Argentina
Argentina has 16,759 short-term rental properties across 55 cities. The median rate is $71/night with 67% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $1396/month.
Top cities: Buenos Aires (12494), Mendoza (1335), Córdoba (1084), San Carlos de Bariloche (1007), Godoy Cruz (124)
Colombia
Colombia has 13,858 short-term rental properties across 55 cities. The median rate is $75/night with 39% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $928/month.
Top cities: Medellín (6611), Bogotá (3282), Cartagena (2006), Envigado (463), Sabaneta (261)
Mexico
Mexico has 11,972 short-term rental properties across 32 cities. The median rate is $123/night with 67% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $2345/month.
Top cities: Ciudad de México (6858), Cancún (1311), Tulum (945), Playa del Carmen (602), Bahía de Banderas (402)
Chile
Chile has 8,790 short-term rental properties across 27 cities. The median rate is $61/night with 46% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $912/month.
Top cities: Santiago (2847), Valparaíso (1283), Providencia (1178), Las Condes (1065), Ñuñoa (954)
Paraguay
Paraguay has 5,317 short-term rental properties across 80 cities. The median rate is $65/night with 40% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $731/month.
Top cities: Asunción (2546), Encarnación (544), Ciudad del Este (492), Luque (322), San Bernardino (293)
Uruguay
Uruguay has 4,946 short-term rental properties across 8 cities. The median rate is $108/night with 33% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $1400/month.
Top cities: Punta del Este (2720), Montevideo (1920), Maldonado (152), La Juanita (74), José Ignacio (58)
Peru
Peru has 3,699 short-term rental properties across 15 cities. The median rate is $51/night with 53% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $691/month.
Top cities: Lima (2671), Distrito de Cusco (459), Arequipa (210), Wanchaq (136), Cusco (87)
Ecuador
Ecuador has 3,253 short-term rental properties across 12 cities. The median rate is $51/night with 30% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $574/month.
Top cities: Quito (1473), Cuenca (1055), Guayaquil (276), Baños de Agua Santa (208), Parroquia Puerto Ayora (126)
Costa Rica
Costa Rica has 2,675 short-term rental properties across 98 cities. The median rate is $84/night with 30% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $1053/month.
Top cities: San José (383), Jacó (260), Quepos (256), La Fortuna (243), Cahuita (237)
Panama
Panama has 1,550 short-term rental properties across 9 cities. The median rate is $92/night with 47% occupancy, generating estimated revenue of $1357/month.
Top cities: Distrito de Panamá (1033), Boquete (192), Chame (175), Bocas del Toro (113), San Miguelito (22)
How to Start Investing
- Research the market: Compare cities and their profitability metrics on this page.
- Define your budget: Explore properties for sale and available real estate projects.
- Contact professionals: Connect with local agencies and developers for guidance.
- Analyze profitability: Use our occupancy and revenue data to project your return on investment.
All Cities with Short-Term Rental Data
Explore the market in every city across South America
Brazil
12 cities · 29,868 listings
Argentina
21 cities · 16,677 listings
Colombia
41 cities · 13,894 listings
Mexico
21 cities · 12,009 listings
Chile
20 cities · 8,774 listings
Paraguay
33 cities · 5,197 listings
Uruguay
6 cities · 4,944 listings
Peru
12 cities · 3,773 listings
Ecuador
7 cities · 3,248 listings
Costa Rica
30 cities · 2,459 listings
Panama
5 cities · 1,535 listings
Methodology
The data comes from public Airbnb listings. The nightly rate is the median of real 3-night stay quotes (in USD) for dates in the last 30 days. Occupancy is the median share of nights blocked over those 30 days, read from the calendar before each date, among entire homes that take short stays. The revenue of each property is its rate × occupancy × 30 days, and the median is shown. Each figure uses only properties with enough data (minimum 5) and is updated daily, across 102571 active properties in 11 countries and 407 cities. Airbnb is a registered trademark of Airbnb, Inc. TuLugar is not affiliated with or endorsed by Airbnb.