Colorado Short-Term Rental Market Is Growing. Here's What That Means for Your Trip.
Colorado's short-term rental market is having a strong year. Average revenue is up 4.8% compared to last year, occupancy is up 3.3%, and the average daily rate has climbed 4.3% to $251. RevPAR — the number that combines rate and occupancy into one performance figure — is up 7.8%.
That's good news for property owners. For guests, it means a few practical things worth knowing before you book.
Book Earlier Than You Think You Need To
With 259,000 nights already booked across Colorado in the next 30 days alone, the best properties fill up well ahead of arrival. The current booked rate is $255 per night against an available rate of $275 — meaning guests who book early are locking in rates before last-minute pricing kicks in. If you're planning a summer or fall trip to the mountains, the window to get your first choice at a reasonable rate is shorter than it used to be.
What a 61% Occupancy Rate Means in Practice
The market is running at 61% occupancy. That sounds like there's plenty of availability, but it's an average across all property types, all markets, and all quality levels. The well-reviewed cabins near Rocky Mountain National Park and the mountain towns run considerably higher. Our top-performing cabins in Estes Park regularly hit 70–99% occupancy in peak season.
The practical takeaway: if you have specific dates and a specific property in mind, don't wait.
Reviews Are the Reliable Filter
With more properties entering the market every year, the gap between a well-managed rental and a poorly managed one is getting wider. Our portfolio holds a 4.84 average rating across 5,079 reviews — the highest of any property manager in our Colorado markets according to AirDNA data. That number is the result of consistent cleaning, honest listings, and a team that picks up the phone.
When you're comparing options, filter by rating first. A 4.9 with 200 reviews tells you more than a 4.6 with 20.
The Markets Worth Knowing
We operate across 9 Colorado markets and 25 submarkets. The ones drawing the most consistent demand right now:
- Rocky Mountain National Park / Estes Park — year-round demand, strong fall elk season, summer hiking. See our Visit Estes Park guide for what's on.
- Breckenridge — ski season drives winter, but summer festivals and hiking keep it busy through September.
- Denver — urban stays for events, concerts, and sports. Our Denver properties range from lofts to full family homes.
- Jefferson / Winter Park / Idaho Springs — quieter mountain towns with strong value and less competition for bookings.
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