Airbnb Arbitrage: How to Make Money with Short-Term Rentals Without Owning Property

Let’s be real—real estate investing sounds great until you hear you need a massive down
payment to get started. But what if | told you there’s a way to make money with short-term
rentals WITHOUT owning the property?

That’s where Airbnb Arbitrage comes in.

This strategy allows you to rent properties from landlords, list them on Airbnb, and keep
the profits—without dealing with banks, mortgage payments, or massive upfront costs. I’ve
seen people build six-figure Airbnb businesses using this method alone. And today, I’m
going to break down exactly how you can do it.

Let’s get into it.

 

What Is Airbnb Arbitrage and How Does It Work?

Airbnb Arbitrage is when you rent a property from a landlord at a fixed price and then
legally sublet it on Airbnb for a higher nightly rate.

«* Example:

1. You rent an apartment for $1,500/month.
2. You list it on Airbnb at $150 per night.
3. If you book 20 nights/month, you make $3,000.
4. After rent and expenses, you walk away with $1,000+ in profit—without owning a single
property.

Sounds simple, right? It is—but you have to do it legally and strategically to keep landlords
happy and maximize your earnings.