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Full-Service Vacation Rental Management in Southern California
Transparent Property Management for Los Angeles and Greater Palm Springs
Full-service vacation rental management in Southern California is now an industry of winners and losers. Some homes thrive with consistent bookings, strong reviews, and growing revenue. Others sit empty or attract the wrong guests.
At Open Air Homes, we help homeowners land on the winning side. We do this through disciplined pricing, fast communication, clean and well-maintained homes, and an onboarding process designed to surprise and delight guests from the moment they book.
By The Numbers: 2025 In Review
How We Stack Up Against the Market
Our Los Angeles portfolio booked 70.1% of available nights in 2025, compared to 44% among similar listings within Airbnb. In the most competitive short-term rental market in California, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, review velocity, and consistent operational execution.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our Greater Palm Springs portfolio booked 44.2% of available nights in 2025, compared to 40% across the broader market and significantly above similar listings within Airbnb. In an oversupplied desert market, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, seasonal strategy, and careful calendar control.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our listings averaged 120% more page views than comparable homes during Jan ’25 → Jan ’26, according to data collected through Airbnb.
High-impact photography, A/B-tested headlines, and dynamic pricing tools keep us locked above the fold, reaching travelers before they even start filtering.
Our listings appeared on page one 56.5% of the time in 2025, compared to 26% for similar listings on Airbnb.
This consistent placement reflects pricing discipline, photography quality, and review velocity across our portfolio.
Our listings converted at 0.30% in 2025, compared to 0.16% for similar listings on Airbnb. That gap represents an 88% conversion advantage, up from 60% in 2024.
Higher conversion means more bookings from the same traffic, translating directly into higher occupancy and net revenue.
Our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days in 2025, compared to 5.5 days for similar listings on Airbnb.
This nearly 2x advantage reflects intentional design, pricing strategy, and a belief that longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
2025 Performance: How We Stack Up Against the Market
Real Data From Our Los Angeles and Palm Springs Portfolios
In 2025, our Los Angeles portfolio achieved 70.1% occupancy. Our Greater Palm Springs portfolio reached 44% occupancy, compared to the 40% market average reported by AirROI.
Across both markets, our listings earned 120% more page views, 56.5% higher visibility, and 88% higher conversion rates than comparable homes on Airbnb. Our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days, nearly double the 5.5-day average for similar listings.
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Market Outlook 2025 - Los Angeles
Los Angeles: What’s Ahead
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Greater Palm Springs Market
Market Outlook 2025 - Palm Springs
Seasonal Peaks & Pricing Tips
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Stay Compliant in Palm Springs
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30-Day Stays, Permit-Cap Proof
2026 Market Outlook: AI Is Changing Everything
Top-Performing Homes Are Being Pushed to the Top of Search Results
The vacation rental market in Southern California is more competitive than ever. Airbnb, VRBO, and other platforms are using AI to surface the best-performing listings first. Homes with strong reviews, fast response times, and high conversion rates now dominate search results.
We are speaking with more homeowners than ever about management. The pattern is clear: some homes are doing incredibly well, and others are struggling to get booked. The gap is widening. In 2026, execution and guest experience will matter more than location alone.
Transparent Pricing With No Hidden Fees
Most Homes on Our Platform Pay 20% Commission
Our standard commission is 20% of the accommodation fare. For homes with limited availability, such as three months per year or less, the commission is 25%. This reflects the additional coordination required for shorter rental windows.
We also charge a monthly platform fee that covers software, distribution, and accounting. We do not mark up handyman work, maintenance, or supply orders. These costs are passed through at cost, not inflated. See our full pricing breakdown here.
Superhost Status and a 4.89 Airbnb Rating
We Are Recognized as Professional Hosts on Airbnb
Open Air Homes maintains Superhost status and a 4.89 rating across our Airbnb portfolio. You can view our profile and reviews here.
Airbnb continues to take market share in the vacation rental industry and has made a real investment in the professional hosting community. We have strengthened our partnership with Airbnb while also diversifying across VRBO, Booking.com, Google Travel, and our direct booking site. This protects homeowners from relying on any single platform.
Success Starts Before the First Booking
Our Onboarding Process Is Designed to Surprise and Delight Guests
Treating guests right does not start at check-in. It starts during onboarding. We work with homeowners to make sure each property offers amenities that exceed expectations. This includes quality linens, stocked coffee and tea stations, and thoughtful touches like yoga mats and resistance bands.
These details drive five-star reviews. And five-star reviews drive visibility, bookings, and long-term revenue. Homes that invest in guest experience outperform homes that do not.
Local Teams in Los Angeles and Palm Springs
We Are On the Ground, Not Managing From a Distance
Open Air Homes maintains offices in Venice Beach and Downtown Palm Springs. Our local teams personally oversee properties, coordinate vendors, and respond to guest issues in real time.
In Los Angeles, we manage homes from Malibu to Downtown LA, serving entertainment professionals, digital nomads, and relocating families. In Greater Palm Springs, we specialize in desert-specific care and seasonal rental strategies that protect your home and maximize revenue year-round.
Our Homes Improve Over Time
Proactive Management Protects Your Asset
Many short-term rentals deteriorate due to high guest turnover and insufficient upkeep. We reverse this trend through regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and strategic enhancements like wellness amenities.
We stay in constant communication with trusted gardeners, cleaners, pool technicians, and pest control vendors. Your home stays beautiful, functional, and guest-ready. Our homes consistently outperform because we invest in upkeep, guest happiness, and asset protection.
Longer Stays Mean Less Wear and Higher Revenue
Our Guests Stay Nearly Twice as Long as the Market Average
In 2025, our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days, compared to 5.5 days for similar listings on Airbnb. This nearly 2x advantage reflects intentional design, pricing strategy, and a belief that longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
Longer stays reduce turnover, lower cleaning costs, and attract more respectful guests. They also reduce wear and tear on your home while maintaining strong revenue.
Why Homeowners Choose Open Air Homes
Full-Service Vacation Rental Management in Southern California Done Right
We combine local presence, transparent pricing, and disciplined execution to help homeowners succeed in a competitive market.
If you are looking for full-service vacation rental management in Southern California that prioritizes your home, your guests, and your long-term returns, we would like to hear from you.
💬 Property Management FAQ
1 - What does full-service vacation rental management include?
Full-service management includes listing optimization, dynamic pricing, guest communication, cleaning coordination, maintenance oversight, vendor management, and 24/7 guest support. We handle everything so you do not have to.
2 - How much does property management cost in Southern California?
Most homes on our platform pay a 20% commission on the accommodation fare. Homes with limited availability, such as three months per year, pay 25%. We also charge a monthly platform fee that covers software, distribution, and accounting with no markups on maintenance or supplies.
3 - Do you manage properties in both Los Angeles and Palm Springs?
Yes. We have offices in Venice Beach and Downtown Palm Springs. Our local teams personally oversee properties in both markets and respond to guest issues in real time.
4 - What is your occupancy rate compared to the market?
In 2025, our Los Angeles portfolio achieved 70.1% occupancy. Our Palm Springs portfolio reached 44% occupancy, compared to the 40% market average. We also outperformed comparable listings on visibility, conversion, and average stay length.
5 - Are you Superhosts on Airbnb?
Yes. Open Air Homes maintains Superhost status and a 4.89 rating on Airbnb. We have hosted thousands of guests across Los Angeles and Greater Palm Springs.
6 - How do you handle maintenance and repairs?
We coordinate all maintenance through trusted local vendors. Costs are passed through at cost with no markup. Our platform fee covers the coordination, so you only pay for the actual work performed.
7 - What platforms do you list on?
We list your home on Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, Google Travel, and our direct booking site. This omni-channel approach maximizes visibility and reduces dependence on any single platform.
8 - How do reviews affect my rental income?
Reviews directly impact your search ranking and booking conversion. Homes with consistent five-star reviews appear higher in search results, attract more inquiries, and can command higher nightly rates. In 2026, platforms are using AI to push top-reviewed listings even higher.