How much does an Airbnb earn in Johannesburg and Pretoria? 2026 numbers by area
Nightly rates, occupancy and yearly revenue for short-term rentals in Sandton, Rosebank, Randburg, Midrand, Pretoria and Centurion, and why the top homes earn far more.
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CheckedIn
Straight-talking guides for South African property owners, guests and teams on the move: pricing, occupancy, guest care and what the numbers really say.
What your monthly owner statement should show you
Gross revenue per channel, platform fees, a clear management fee, receipted expenses and one settlement line: how to read a property manager statement.
Corporate housing vs hotels: a better home for teams on the move
For projects that run weeks or months, serviced apartments often beat hotels on cost, space and wellbeing. What to look for in a corporate housing provider.
Gqeberha for business travellers: where to stay and how to get around
A practical guide to working trips in Gqeberha: the airport, getting to Coega, what to look for in accommodation and how to spend the evenings.
Staying with Stayease: what to expect from check-in to check-out
Booking a Stayease home for the first time? Check-in details, estate access, what is in the apartment, help during your stay and check-out, step by step.
Why your nightly rate should change every day
One fixed price leaves money on the table. How season, weekdays, events and lead time move demand, and what good short-term rental pricing looks like.
Power cuts and your rental: the backup power guests look for
What guests need when the power goes off, the options from a router UPS to inverters and solar, and how to describe backup power honestly in your listing.
Short-term or long-term rental: which earns more in South Africa?
How to compare a 12-month lease with short-term letting for your property: nightly rate, occupancy, platform fees, running costs, and when each one wins.
Before you list: a short-term rental checklist for South African owners
Body corporate rules, insurance, your bond, tax and the guest-ready basics: what to check before you list your property on Airbnb or Booking.com.
What could your property earn?
Get a free revenue estimate for your address in under a minute: nightly rate, occupancy and what you'd take home.