How do you set your rental price?

A seasonal rental is a real investment in real estate, with the primary aim being to earn an attractive rental income. Nevertheless, you need to know how to find the ideal price. You’re free to set your own price, but it’s best to take several factors into account, including your location and the time of year you’re renting.

The city or district in which your rental is located has a major influence on the price per night . In fact, rents in tourist areas are much higher. So a room in the provinces is not worth a room in Paris, even if they have the same interior features.

Plants are good for both body and soul! Travelers know this implicitly, which is why they often seek them out. So, if your house is on a mountain, next to a beach, a lake, a forest… this will have a direct impact on the amount of your rent.

We all know! The square meter is rather expensive in France. As a result, rents vary widely depending on whether you’re renting a bungalow, villa, chalet, mobile home, apartment or studio. What’s more, the age of your rental property and the building materials used add value and are also taken into account. And don’t forget the accommodation capacity: if the rental is deemed suitable for several families, it will be relatively expensive. If this is the case, it’s best to keep the price reasonable.

The time of year you rent is crucial! A house by the sea will cost more in summer than in winter. Conversely, a chalet will cost more in winter than in summer. A quick reminder:

• Very high season for winter vacations: February.
• Very high season for summer vacations: July 20 to August 20.

Finally, when it comes to setting your rent, keep an eye on your competitors‘ rates, similar properties, nearby hotels… Take all the above criteria into account. Then adapt your offer according to the demand you receive (the higher the demand, the more you can afford to raise the price).