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Airbnb & Short-Term Property Management in Burleigh Heads

Managed by Hauz
4.94 Airbnb rating

Is Burleigh Heads a good short-term rental investment? Revenue is up 11.8% in a year and houses average $96,700. Here's the data, the risks, and how we help your property earn more.

Burleigh 2026
$80.1k
Average yearly revenue per home (+11.8%)
$400
Average nightly rate (+10.2%)
64%
Average occupancy (−0.3%)
85/100
Rental demand, with a suburb score of 86, second-highest of the ten
Burleigh Heads at a glance
Twelve months of AirDNA data for entire homes and apartments in Burleigh Heads, in Australian dollars.
Suburb score 86/100
How Burleigh Heads rates for short-term rentals
Lifestyle & family
Rental demand
85
Seasonality
80
Regulation
77
Revenue growth
75
Strong demand, steady bookings and some of the fastest revenue growth on the coast. Supply is rising, but revenue is rising faster.
How guests book
Booking patterns over the last 12 months
Booked ahead
62 days
Average stay
4 nights
Best month
December
Quietest month
May
Revenue per available night averages $272 across the year.
Presentation pays here
Average nightly rate by listing type
All homes
$400
Professionally managed
$390
Luxury tier
$534
Active listings
337
Managed homes here price close to the suburb average. Luxury-tier homes charge about a third more per night, so styling and presentation pay off.
Pros and watch-outs
What to weigh up before you list
Pros
+ AirDNA score 86, second-highest of the ten
+ Revenue up 11.8% in a year
+ Houses up 18.7% to $96,700 a year
Watch out for
– Listings up 12% in a year
– Older schemes: check by-laws and approval
– Quieter autumn, with May at 53% booked
Demand through the year
Share of nights booked each month, with the average nightly rate underneath
Peak: December & January
December and January are the peak, at 71–72% booked and the year's top rates ($486 and $467 a night). Rates hold up well even in quieter months, from $335 in May to $418 in July, because Burleigh draws visitors all year. Autumn is the soft patch, with May at 53%. Last 12 months, October 2025 to September 2026.
What works best
Burleigh Heads is mostly two-bed apartments, but houses earn more and are growing fastest: they average $96,700 a year, up 18.7%, against $76,400 for apartments.
Size
Share of listings
Average yearly revenue
1 bedroom
18%
$55,100
2 bedroom
52%
$75,500
3 bedroom
23%
$93,400
4 bedroom
6%
$120,400
Works best: 2-bed apartments near the headland and James Street
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Source: AirDNA, Burleigh Heads submarket, 12 months to September 2026, entire-home listings, figures in AUD. Yearly revenue by size adds up the monthly averages. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.
The coast's strongest
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Rated 4.98/5 on Airbnb
Burleigh Heads has the second-highest AirDNA score of the ten Gold Coast suburbs we track (86) and some of the fastest growth: revenue is up 11.8% in a year to $80,058, and nightly rates are up 10.2% to $400.

Hauz Management manages short-stays across Burleigh Heads: pricing, listings, guests, cleaning and maintenance, so your property earns more with less effort.
What Burleigh Heads guests want, and how we deliver it
Who stays
Families after beach access, couples, groups of friends, walkers exploring the coastal paths, and visitors here for the cafés and restaurants. Guests book about 62 days ahead and stay around 4 nights.
What they love
The beach on the doorstep, cafés and restaurants within walking distance, coastal walks, Burleigh Head National Park and a friendly, safe neighbourhood.
What they complain about, and how we fix it
Construction noise, limited parking, missing basic supplies, slow replies from hosts and crowds in peak season. Crowds and parking come with a popular suburb. Missing supplies and slow replies are management problems: a fully stocked home and fast, round-the-clock guest messaging fix them, and they show up in your reviews.
What guests expect
Parking (87% of listings) and air-conditioning (86%) are standard in Burleigh Heads, though less universal than in the high-rise suburbs. Only 68% of homes have a pool and 15% a spa, so either one helps you stand out.
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Why to choose us?
You own an exceptional property. We'll make sure it generates the maximum return.
Here's why
+10 Years Experience
We started hosting back in 2015! and our founder brings experience from the largest Airbnb management company.
Maximum Attention
We cap portfolio to max 50 properties, maximizing each property’s value for owners and guests.
Holiday, mid-term and corporate stays
We don’t lock your property into one strategy. Mixing lengths keeps occupancy up through the quiet months.
4.94 Airbnb Rating
Official Airbnb rating received from guests. Higher rating = higher occupancy
All Inclusive Service
We provide all services you need to make your renting hassle-free.
Marketing
From Airbnb to Booking.com, we know how to present your property in a best possible way, and advertise your home for maximum exposure. Includes professional photography, listing creation and other.
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Guests
We make sure their trip goes well, provide all necessary amenities and 5-star customer service experience. We are also 24/7 available for your guests.
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Cleaning
Our housekeepers provide 5-star hotel cleaning, including hotel linens and toiletries. They are also our eyes and ears, inspecting place after every check-out.
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Pricing
We regularly optimise nightly rates based on available data from 3rd party data analytics combined with our extensive experience.
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Maintenance
We cover all sorts of maintenance for your property with our reliable network of professionals.
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Furnishing
We offer complimentary advice on how to increase the value of your property by ensuring it is well-furnished and equipped.
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Accounting
We maintain a close relationship with a 3rd party accounting team, streamlining the process by supplying them with all the necessary information to ensure smooth financial management for your real estate.
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About Us
Ailex
Admin & Guest Experience
With a background in hospitality, Ailex ensures operations runs smoothly and that guests have comfortable stay.
Jakub
Director
Former pro athlete turned Gold Coast short-term rental specialist, bringing the discipline and data-driven mindset of sport to every property. A fully licensed real estate agent, he founded Hauz to help owners and investors find and run profitable, compliant short-stay properties.
Common Questions
We’re here to answer all your questions and make sure you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
How much does Airbnb property management cost in Burleigh Heads?
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Our fees are 15% per booking. We offer competitive pricing tailored to each property’s needs. Our fees cover everything from dynamic pricing optimization to guest communication and property maintenance, ensuring you maximize your returns without the hassle of self-management.
Why should I choose Hauz Management for my Burleigh Heads Airbnb?
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With years of local experience, a trusted network of professionals, and a hands-on approach, Hauz Management ensures your property stands out in the popular Burleigh Heads market. We handle everything from pricing to guest relations, helping you achieve higher occupancy and better reviews.
What types of properties do you manage in Burleigh Heads?
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We manage apartments and houses across the Gold Coast, from high-rise apartments to family homes. In Burleigh Heads, two-bed apartments near the headland and James Street are the most popular, and houses earn the most. We'll tell you honestly whether your property suits short stays.
How will you market my property? What platforms you use?
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We primarily focus on Airbnb and Booking.com. Most of our bookings comes from Airbnb channel.
What costs are involved in setting up the property for rental?
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Apart from professional photography (about $200), there are no costs involved. We'll set everything up for you. You just need to make sure the property have good enough furnishings but we can advise you on that on our first inspection.
How much can an Airbnb earn in Burleigh Heads?
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An average entire home or apartment in Burleigh Heads earned $80,058 over the last 12 months, up 11.8%, at an average nightly rate of $400 and 64% occupancy (AirDNA, AUD). Houses averaged about $96,700 and apartments $76,400. By size, two-bedders averaged about $75,500 a year and three-bedders $93,400. December is the best month and May the quietest. Your property's result depends on its size, view, facilities and how well it's managed, so ask us for a free estimate.
Still have questions?
We’re here to provide answers and ensure you feel supported and informed through each step of the process.
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