Top 10 Cities for New Airbnbs in 2026 Revealed

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A new report from Airbnb has identified the 10 cities expected to see the biggest surge in new short-term rental properties in 2026. The list includes popular tourist destinations like Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and Orlando, Florida, as well as up-and-coming markets like Raleigh, North Carolina, and Corpus Christi, Texas.

Why it matters

The rise of Airbnb and other vacation rental platforms has transformed the hospitality industry, creating new investment opportunities for homeowners but also raising concerns about housing affordability in some markets. This report highlights the cities that are poised to see the most new Airbnb listings in the coming years, providing insights for both potential hosts and travelers.

The details

The top 10 cities for new Airbnbs in 2026 according to Airbnb's trend report are: 1) Gatlinburg, Tennessee, 2) Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, 3) Raleigh, North Carolina, 4) Orlando, Florida, 5) Houston, Texas, 6) Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 7) Austin, Texas, 8) Washington, D.C., 9) Corpus Christi, Texas, and 10) Palm Springs, California. These destinations were selected based on factors like proximity to popular tourist attractions, growth in travel demand, and availability of suitable properties for short-term rentals.

• Airbnb released its 2026 trend report on February 4, 2026.