Property Tools
Airbnb Income Calculator
Estimate what your property could earn as a short-stay rental — income, expenses, and net cash flow.
Income
Operating Expenses (monthly)
Maintenance guide: budget roughly 1% of the property value per year.
Airbnb's host service fee (~3%) is included automatically.
Bond / Financing
Once-off Setup Costs
Compare vs Long-Term Rental
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can an Airbnb earn in Pretoria?
Based on an average of R750 per room per night, a 4-bedroom property at 65% occupancy generates approximately R58 500 gross per month before fees and expenses. Use the calculator with your own numbers for a personalised estimate.
What expenses does a short-stay rental have?
Typical monthly costs include levies, rates and taxes, utilities and wifi, insurance, cleaning and linen, consumables, maintenance, Airbnb's host service fee of about 3%, and management commission if the property is professionally managed.
What occupancy rate is realistic for a Pretoria Airbnb?
Well-run listings in good areas typically achieve between 45% and 75% occupancy. We suggest calculating conservative (45%), moderate (60%), and strong (75%) scenarios before committing.
Which earns more — a short-term or long-term rental?
Short-stay rentals usually gross more but carry higher running costs and variable occupancy. Enable the comparison section in the calculator to see estimated net income side by side for your property.
What does professional Airbnb management cost?
Elsja Properties, an Airbnb rental company and short-term rental specialists based in Centurion, charges 12% (Essential), 18% (Managed), or 22% (Premium) of gross booking revenue — you only pay when your property earns. See our Airbnb management page for full tier details.