Queries to Boise Idaho Hosts - your success rate

[Fred2751]

We are in discussions with our daughter and son-in-law (who live in Boise) to purchase a house together in 2023 to be used as a primary residence for them, and with an extra separate and private living space to be used by my wife and I when we visit (we are from Texas) and as an airbnb when we are not visiting.  How successful is the Boise market?  With a good place in a decent location, can we count on renting the space out an average of 2-3 days per week?  We are hoping to find a property close to the airport and fairly close to the university.

[Helen3]

there are never any guarantees as to how many bookings you will get @Fred2751 

start by checking with the local government website in the area to see if there are any STR restrictions.

you can use AirDNA to check demand in the area.

[Fred2751]

Thanks for the great info!

[Sybe]

Hi @Fred2751 ! If you're looking to get in touch with local Hosts, I'd recommend posting your question in one of the Host Clubs as well. You can find the Host Clubs here: https://community.withairbnb.com/t5/Get-Local/ct-p/en_clubs

[Fred2751]

Thanks Sybe - we will check into that!

[Clara116]

@Sybe Most all of the host clubs at least the ones on FB facebook are private and  only for Host or Co host so you must have a listing to join. Perhaps if they post on FB and ask the question in general they might find out some info. Just my thoughts.

[Jesse476]

Hi @Fred2751 , I agree with @Helen3  the first step is checking to make sure there are no restrictions in the local government. In addition, when you get closer to purchasing a home you'll want to make sure the neighborhood doesn't have CC&Rs that restrict short-term rentals.

It also might be valuable to start getting plugged into the Boise market so you know a good deal when you see it. I use https://noplacelikeboise.com because it uses MLS data but even just browsing Zillow will be helpful.

[Stephanie2165]

Hi @Fred2751 , If you are still interested in doing this, there are several groups on Facebook you can join. "Airbnb Professional Hosts Idaho" - Is a great resource for hosts. There are several of these different resources/groups.

Best practice if you're trying to save money, is searching other listings that are similar. Boise, and Idaho in general, I have found to be busy, with peak times of course being in Winter and Summer. I own 2, and manage two for other Owners. Once you establish your listings as a 5-star property, your bookings will increase. All four of mine are booked 25-28 days of the month... except in Oct, March and April. Bookings drop to about 25-50%. 

If you have any other questions... feel free to reach out. 🙂