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Southbank 2 Bedroom Airbnb Market Report

Writer: Gerardo Deltiglio
Gerardo Deltiglio
Oct 30
3 min read

Discover how much your 2 Bedroom property in Southbank could profit as a short-term rental home on Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms.

Two-bedroom apartment living area in Southbank managed by Staypilot

Southbank combines a riverside setting with easy access to the CBD, Crown and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Two-bedroom apartments work well for colleagues attending conferences and for friends or small families sharing a stay.


Looking for the full Southbank market picture across all property sizes? See our Southbank Short Term Market Report.


How much can a 2 Bedroom property really earn as an Airbnb or short-term rental in Southbank? At Staypilot, we specialise in Airbnb management in Southbank and use real-time data on the local short-term rental market. This report focuses specifically on 2 Bedroom properties, giving owners and investors a precise read on the earning potential of this property size.


This short term market report is generated using our own database of managed properties, in combination with aggregate local market data from AirDNA and Airbtics data platforms. If you would like to receive an appraisal for a specific property, please contact us via our website.


Southbank, 3006 - 2 Bedroom Market Report

Based on 239 comparable 2 Bedroom listings in Southbank.

Revenue figures are gross, before platform fees, management fees and other running costs.


Key Details - Short Term Rental Market

Estimated Annual Revenue

$49,000

Estimated Range (25th-75th percentile)

$37,200 - $61,600

Monthly Rental Revenue

$4,080

Average Daily Rate

$199

Adjusted Occupancy

80.2%


Revenue by Percentile (Annual)

Bottom 25% of listings

Median

Top 25% of listings

Top 10% of listings

$37,183

$48,962

$61,609

$73,937


Average Daily Rate by Percentile

Bottom 25% of listings

Median

Top 25% of listings

Top 10% of listings

$167

$199

$238

$289


Occupancy by Percentile

Bottom 25% of listings

Avg Monthly Occupancy

Top 25% of listings

66.5%

80.2%

90.5%


Monthly Rental Market Trends

Monthly rental revenue for 2 bedroom short-term rentals in Southbank 3006
Average nightly rate by month for 2 bedroom short-term rentals in Southbank 3006
Monthly occupancy rate for 2 bedroom short-term rentals in Southbank 3006

Why Southbank Works for a 2 Bedroom Airbnb Investment

  • Close to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, with demand from conferences and trade events

  • Room for two couples or a small family, a short walk from the Southbank Promenade's restaurants and bars

  • Arts Centre Melbourne and the National Gallery of Victoria nearby for theatre, exhibitions and events

  • An easy walk across the river to the CBD and Flinders Street Station


How to Maximise Earnings for a 2 Bedroom in Southbank

  • Parking in the title - if the apartment has a car space, name it up front for guests travelling together

  • Pool, gym or rooftop - if the building has them, they belong in the first few photos

  • Two ways to sleep - a king that splits into two singles in the second room suits colleagues at a conference or friends sharing

  • Get ahead of the busy months - January, December and March lead the year, so open dates and set pricing well ahead

  • Price for events - lift rates around major conferences at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and big arts precinct events


Dive deeper into Airbnb property ownership in Southbank

Understanding the potential returns of a 2 Bedroom short stay property in Southbank requires careful consideration of many factors. A Staypilot local Airbnb manager can consult you on additional cost factors such as platform fees (i.e. Airbnb fees), cleaning costs and management fees. Contact us today and we can provide a detailed explanation of the operational complexity involved in running an Airbnb property, as well as how we can take the hassle out of short term property management with our fully comprehensive service.



About Staypilot

Staypilot provides comprehensive short-term rental management services to homeowners in Melbourne, Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Mornington Peninsula. Our platform blends extensive experience with a personal approach, delighting owners and guests alike. By listing your home with Staypilot, you can enjoy the exceptional returns of the short stay market without the hassle.

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