Airbnb Investment in Rio de Janeiro: Profitability & ROI 2026
Short-term rental data and profitability in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Analyze occupancy, prices, and ROI by neighborhood.
Median/Night
$104
Occupancy
63%
Properties Analyzed
3,675
Monthly Income
$1,925
median: $1,591/mo
Market Summary
Short-term rental data in Rio de Janeiro
Data as of September 2026
We analyzed 3673 short-term rental properties in Rio de Janeiro, with a median rate of $83/night and an occupancy rate of 63%, generating an estimated revenue of $1925/month. On TuLugar we have 1 properties available in this city.
Profitability by Bedrooms
How price and occupancy vary by number of bedrooms.
| bedrooms | Listings | Nightly Rate | Occupancy | Est. Monthly Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SStudio | 305 | $785 | 69% | $1,522 |
| 11 bedroom | 2,549 | $489 | 63% | $1,693 |
| 22 bedrooms | 665 | $890 | 62% | $2,653 |
| 33 bedrooms | 117 | $734 | 54% | $3,114 |
| 44 bedrooms | 27 | $2,193 | 38% | $3,745 |
| 5+5+ bedrooms | 10 | $23,603 | 52% | $7,666 |
Investment Context
Looking to invest in Airbnb in Rio de Janeiro? With 3673 analyzed properties, a median rate of $83/night, and 63% occupancy, investors can expect an estimated monthly revenue of $1,925. The city has 18 neighborhoods with profitability data, with Botafogo standing out as one of the most attractive for investment. Use this data to compare areas, evaluate returns, and make informed decisions before investing in a short-term rental property.
Monthly history in Rio de Janeiro
Entire properties, in USD. Median per listing; published months are never restated. Series since March 2026. · Download CSV
Best month: August 2026 ($1,470/mo) · Lowest: April 2026 ($962/mo)
| Month | $/night | MoM | Occupancy | Chg (pts) | Est. revenue/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $66 | +26.9% | 73% | +5.0 pts | $1,470 |
| July 2026 | $52 | +2.0% | 68% | -1.7 pts | $1,034 |
| June 2026 | $51 | 0.0% | 70% | +6.7 pts | $1,040 |
| May 2026 | $51 | +2.0% | 63% | 0.0 pts | $963 |
| April 2026 | $50 | -13.0% | 63% | -8.4 pts | $962 |
| March 2026 | $58 | — | 72% | — | $1,193 |
Best Neighborhoods to Invest
Profitability comparison by area. Price, occupancy, and estimated income data.
| # | Neighborhood | Properties Analyzed | Nightly Rate | Occupancy | Avg. Monthly Income | Gross yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gávea | 28 | $324 | 43% | $3,937 median: $1,749/mo | - |
| 2 | Ipanema | 69 | $182 | 71% | $3,750 median: $3,029/mo | 8.1% |
| 3 | Cosme Velho | 26 | $219 | 54% | $3,346 median: $2,912/mo | - |
| 4 | Leblon | 111 | $151 | 70% | $3,129 median: $2,795/mo | 10.1% |
| 5 | Copacabana | 393 | $107 | 73% | $2,284 median: $2,005/mo | 9.1% |
| 6 | Leme | 26 | $108 | 70% | $2,217 median: $2,281/mo | - |
| 7 | Barra Olímpica | 58 | $112 | 61% | $2,131 median: $1,581/mo | 18.9% |
| 8 | Botafogo | 497 | $102 | 65% | $1,906 median: $1,714/mo | 11.9% |
| 9 | Flamengo | 305 | $101 | 65% | $1,892 median: $1,612/mo | - |
| 10 | Santa Teresa | 274 | $107 | 55% | $1,566 median: $1,197/mo | 30.0% |
| 11 | Tijuca | 43 | $82 | 60% | $1,505 median: $1,120/mo | 14.8% |
| 12 | Catete | 126 | $69 | 66% | $1,332 median: $1,377/mo | - |
| 13 | Santo Cristo | 73 | $80 | 60% | $1,306 median: $1,225/mo | - |
| 14 | Lapa | 109 | $63 | 66% | $1,238 median: $1,118/mo | - |
| 15 | Centro | 233 | $1,111 | - | $0 | 0.0% |
Market Trends (Last 90 Days)
Price and occupancy evolution over time
Over the last 90 days, the median price in Rio de Janeiro decreased 9.2% to $82/night. Occupancy rose to 58%.
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Methodology
The data in this analysis comes from public Airbnb listings in Rio de Janeiro. Prices are calculated from published rates, occupancy is estimated through calendar availability analysis, and revenue is projected using the formula: median rate x occupancy x 30 days. Data is updated daily and represents a sample of 3673 active properties. This page reflects data as of September 2026. Airbnb is a registered trademark of Airbnb, Inc. TuLugar is not affiliated with or endorsed by Airbnb.