Airbnb-friendly Program Tech Integrations
Learn about the platforms we collaborate with to effectively maximize Airbnb-friendly building results
Meet our renter demand partners
With over 7M rental units, Apartment List’s AI-powered platform matches renters with homes they’ll love. Renters can easily find properties that allow hosting on Airbnb using their Airbnb-friendly dedicated category and filter.
Dwellsy is the largest no-cost residential rental marketplace in the U.S. Renters can filter specifically for Airbnb-friendly buildings, putting available units in front of the exact people looking for them.
Zumper is the largest privately owned rental platform in North America on a mission to make renting a home as easy as booking a hotel. All Airbnb-friendly properties on Zumper receive a badge and filter.
“I live in this apartment because it’s Airbnb-friendly”
Carl Jaeger
Host in an Airbnb-friendly building
Highlight your Airbnb-friendly status
More differentiation
88% more property views on Zumper¹
More engagement
20% more photo views on Apartment List²
More qualified renters
24% more leases on Apartment List²
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to merchandise Airbnb-friendly status on these renter demand platforms?
There is no cost to join the Airbnb-friendly program and have the Airbnb-friendly status shown on the renter demand platforms. Each ILS has their own pricing structure. Promotions also may be available to Airbnb-friendly buildings when listing with these ILSes.
What kind of buildings can join the Airbnb-friendly program?
The program is available for multifamily apartment buildings, condos and townhouses. Operators submit their properties through Airbnb here and define the parameters for their buildings.
Do operators have controls over the Airbnb activity in their buildings with the Airbnb-friendly program?
Yes. You define the building rules, like quiet hours and pet policies for guests, and can set limits on the number of nights your residents can host per year. You have visibility into when your residents are hosting and how they are presenting their listings.
How do renters find Airbnb-friendly apartments on Apartment List, Dwellsy or Zumper?
Renters can filter specifically for Airbnb-friendly buildings in the markets they are searching.
How do operators earn revenue through Airbnb?
Operators can take a revenue share on Airbnb bookings within their buildings. The percentage is determined by the property during onboarding, however 10% is common.
How do I list my Airbnb-friendly units on Apartment List, Dwellsy or Zumper?
If your properties are not yet Airbnb-friendly, complete this form to explore eligibility, onboarding, and next steps with Airbnb.If you already have Airbnb-friendly properties, you can contact Apartment List, Dwellsy, and Zumper directly.
Interested in seeing results from our renter demand partnerships?
View Results from: The Zumper Case Study
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¹Zumper internal data from Q4 2024 - Q1 2025 vs. Q4 2023 - Q1 2024. Normalized for property counts over the respective periods. ²Apartment List internal data from a controlled experiment from November 2025 - January 2026 comparing 434 Airbnb-friendly Properties to 422 Control Properties. Engagement data is statistically significant. Lease data is from proactive leads only and directional, not statistically significant.