How Much Can You Make from an Airbnb in Thessaloniki — Real Data from 2,809 Active Listings

If you own a property in Thessaloniki and you’re thinking about listing it on Airbnb, the first question is always the same: how much can I actually make?

We analyzed data from 2,809 active Airbnb listings in Thessaloniki — properties with at least 10 reviews — to give you a realistic picture. Here’s what the numbers say.

Active listings analyzed
2,809
Median nightly price
$55
Median annual revenue
$4,800
Median occupancy
84 days/year

The typical Thessaloniki host

The median Airbnb host in Thessaloniki earns $4,800 per year — about $400 per month. They charge $55 per night and are booked for 84 days out of the year.

That’s a reasonable side income, but it’s far from passive. And it’s not the full picture.

The real story is what separates the average host from the top performers.

Airbnb Thessaloniki Earnings — What Separates Top Hosts from Average

The difference between a typical host and a top performer in Thessaloniki is not what most people expect.

The top 25% of hosts earn more than $9,180 per year. The top 10% earn more than $13,500. Here’s how they compare to the typical host:

Typical host vs Top 25% — key differences

The price difference is only $14 per night — 27% more. But the occupancy difference is 210 vs 60 days — 3.5 times more.

Top earners are not charging dramatically more. They are booked for dramatically longer. That’s the real insight.

A property that is booked 210 days a year requires active, professional management. Pricing needs to be adjusted constantly. Reviews need to be maintained. Response times need to be fast. Listings need to be optimized.

This is the difference between a property that earns $400 a month and one that earns over $1,000 a month.

Which neighbourhoods perform best

Location matters — but perhaps not in the way you’d expect.

Due to the 2026 license freeze in central Thessaloniki, the most relevant neighbourhoods for new investments are outside the restricted zone. Here’s how they compare based on median annual revenue:

Median annual revenue by neighbourhood (active listings)
Restricted zone (no new licenses) Open for new licenses


Thessaloniki center — big part of which is in the restricted zone — earns a median of $4,872 per year. But Kalamaria, which is open for new licenses, earns $4,320 — only 12% less.

Kalamaria is particularly interesting. It is an established, desirable neighborhood with good amenities and direct access to the city center. With the Thessaloniki metro opening in late summer of 2026, connectivity will improve further, making it even more attractive for short-term rental guests.

For investors looking to enter the Thessaloniki market today, Kalamaria offers the closest equivalent to central performance — without the license restrictions.

What this means for you

The data tells a clear story.

If you already own an Airbnb in Thessaloniki, the biggest lever you have is not your price — it’s your occupancy. Getting from 60 booked days to 210 requires consistent effort: optimized listings, fast responses, competitive pricing and strong reviews.

If you are considering a new investment, Kalamaria and the neighborhoods with metro access offer the best opportunity outside the restricted zone.

And if you don’t have the time to manage all of this yourself — that’s where professional property management makes the difference.

Brothers Consulting manages short-term rental properties in Thessaloniki. Get in touch to find out how we can help you reach the top 25%.

This analysis is based on 2,809 active Airbnb listings in Thessaloniki with at least 10 reviews, from the Inside Airbnb dataset (October 2025 snapshot). Revenue and occupancy figures are estimates based on listing availability and pricing data.

For information on the 2026 Airbnb license restrictions in Thessaloniki, see our article: New Airbnb Regulations in Thessaloniki 2026.

Greek BnB Data provides insights for property owners and investors across Greece. Brothers Consulting manages short-term rental properties in Thessaloniki and Porto Heli.

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