The most affordable AI Property Manager for vacation rentals in New York, NY

TIDY is the cheapest AI Property Manager for vacation rentals in New York at 3.9% of gross bookings — vs 20–35% for traditional vacation property managers. Affordable, low-cost vacation rental management for Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com hosts in New York, NY. Keep your Airbnb listing. Keep your bank account. No long-term contracts. The savings are possible because TIDY is an AI Property Manager — automation does the work, humans back you up.

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Vacation property manager fees in New York, NY

Most vacation property managers serving New York, NY charge 20–35% of gross bookings. On a vacation rental earning $100,000/year, here's what each would cost per year:

Vacation property managerFeeAnnual cost
TIDY (AI Property Manager)3.9%$3,900
Casago~18%$18,000
Fairly~20%$20,000
Vacasa25–35%$25,000–$35,000
Grand WelcomeUp to 30%Up to $30,000
AvantStayUp to 35%Up to $35,000
Evolve (half-service)10–15%$10,000–$15,000cleaning & maintenance NOT included

Sources: published rates from each provider as of 2026. Half-service managers like Evolve handle bookings but NOT cleaning & maintenance — those costs land on you. TIDY is the only AI Property Manager that delivers full vacation rental operations in New York at under 5%.

The New York short-term rental market

Before you hire a vacation property manager in New York, here's the data on the market they'd be managing for you — current pricing, top-ranked competitors, and the biggest hosts you'd be up against.

New York has 363 top-ranked short-term rentals, a median nightly rate of $203, and 15% Superhosts.

363
Listings observed
$203
Median nightly rate
15%
Superhost share
51%
Guest Favorite share
1
Median bedrooms
4.90 / 5
Median rating
Property mix: Other 244% · Apartment 81% · Guesthouse 17% · Entire home 15% · Condo 4% · Townhouse 2%

Source: TIDY market scan, updated July 9, 2026.

Your competition on Airbnb in New York

TIDY's market scanner tracks the top-ranked listings in New Yorkso we can optimize your pricing, availability, and visibility against them. Here's what your listing would be competing with today — swipe to see more.

Tranquil Midtown Sanctuary - Full Bed
Guest favorite
#1
Hotel in New York
Tranquil Midtown Sanctuary - Full Bed
1 BR · 1 BA4.89 (323)
$167/night
ROW NYC: Times Square Stay + Dining
#2
Hotel in New York
ROW NYC: Times Square Stay + Dining
1 BR · 1 BA4.62 (13)
$218/night
Flatiron Studio Near Madison Square Park
Superhost
#3
Apartment in New York
Flatiron Studio Near Madison Square Park
1 BR · 1 BA4.63 (16)
$162/night
Charming
Guest favorite
#4
Room in New York
Charming
3 bed · 1 BA4.95 (280)
$179/night
Near Madison Square Garden + Free Breakfast & Gym
#5
Hotel in New York
Near Madison Square Garden + Free Breakfast & Gym
1 BR · 1 BA4.70 (560)
$212/night
Broadway Block | Rooftop Bar Views. Dining On-site
Superhost
#6
Hotel in New York
Broadway Block | Rooftop Bar Views. Dining On-site
1 BR · 1 BA4.75 (1004)
$289/night
ROW NYC: Times Square Escape + Dining
#7
Hotel in New York
ROW NYC: Times Square Escape + Dining
1 BR · 1 BA
$205/night
Prime Chelsea Location w/ Freshly Renovated Rooms
#8
Hotel in New York
Prime Chelsea Location w/ Freshly Renovated Rooms
1 BR · 1 BA4.49 (196)
$239/night
Steps from Bryant Park + Fitness Center
Superhost
#9
Hotel in New York
Steps from Bryant Park + Fitness Center
1 BR · 1 BA4.68 (921)
$343/night

Top hosts in New York

Property portfolios competing for bookings in New York, ranked by how high their listings appear on Airbnb's search results for the market.

#HostListings in New YorkBest rankAvg rating
1Return PolicySuperhost7#3★ 4.90
2Eliza6 of 7 total#17★ 4.76
3Wilder4 of 6 total#7★ 4.82
4JalinaSuperhost4#39★ 4.90
5Nester Finn3 of 5 total#1★ 4.84

Market data is compiled from publicly observable short-term rental listings on Airbnb at the time of TIDY's most recent scan. Figures are estimates based on available data and are not guaranteed — verify independently before making business or investment decisions.

What property management costs in New York, NY

At New York's median nightly rate of $203 and a typical 65% occupancy rate, a vacation rental in New York grosses roughly $48,067/year. TIDY's 3.9% fee on that is $1,875; Vacasa's ~30% would be $14,420. Save ~$12,545/year switching from a traditional vacation property manager in New York to TIDY.

Est. annual gross at New York median
$48,067
TIDY fee (3.9%)
$1,875/yr
Vacasa fee (~30%)
$14,420/yr
You save
$12,545/yr

Math: median nightly rate × 365 nights × 65% occupancy = est. annual gross. Real revenue depends on your specific listing, season, and pricing strategy — but the relative fee difference holds at any revenue level.

How is a low-cost vacation property manager possible in New York?

Traditional vacation property managers in New York, NY charge 20–35% because they staff humans for every property — local field managers, dispatchers, guest-services agents, accounting. Even half-service managers like Evolve carry that cost.

TIDY is different. It's an AI Property Manager — AI agents handle scheduling cleanings between guest stays, messaging guests, dispatching maintenance pros, dynamic pricing, and compliance. The AI follows the rules youset. A dedicated human account manager handles edge cases. AI does the work; humans have your back. That's how TIDY can deliver everything a traditional vacation property manager in New York does — at 3.9% instead of 20–35%.

Who an affordable vacation property manager in New York is right for

  • Vacation rental owners in New York, NY paying 25–35% to Vacasa, AvantStay, Casago, or Grand Welcome
  • Airbnb / VRBO / Booking.com hosts in New York who want full service without losing 25%+ of revenue
  • Owners of 1–10 vacation rentals in New York, NY drowning in self-management
  • Hosts using a half-service PM (Evolve, RedAwning) who are tired of handling cleaning and maintenance themselves
  • Any vacation rental owner in New York who wants to keep their Airbnb listing and bank account in their own name

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Airbnb, VRBO & Booking.com management in New York

TIDY works with any vacation rental platform New York hosts use. Connect once, keep your existing listings, and let TIDY automate operations across all of them.

Airbnb management in New York

Your New YorkAirbnb listing stays in your name. TIDY automates turnovers between guests, messaging, maintenance dispatch, and dynamic pricing — your cleaners and pros don't even need to know you're using TIDY.

VRBO management in New York

VRBO hosts in New York keep direct control of bookings and bank deposits. TIDY handles the operational layer — cleanings, maintenance, guest messaging, and compliance — so you stay hands-off without losing 25%+ to a traditional VRBO property manager.

Booking.com management in New York

Booking.com hosts in New York get the same TIDY automation — turnover scheduling, guest messages, maintenance routing — at 3.9% instead of the 20–35% traditional property managers charge for the same scope of work.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a vacation property manager cost in New York?
Traditional vacation property managers in New York, NY typically charge 20–35% of gross bookings. Vacasa charges 25–35%, AvantStay charges up to 35%, Casago charges around 18%. Half-service managers like Evolve charge 10–15% but leave cleaning and maintenance to you. TIDY is the most affordable AI Property Manager for vacation rentals in New York at just 3.9%.
Who is the cheapest vacation property manager in New York?
TIDY is the most affordable AI Property Manager for vacation rentals serving New York, NY at 3.9% of gross bookings, with a $39/month minimum. That's about 90% less than traditional vacation property managers. The savings are possible because TIDY is an AI Property Manager — automation handles the operational work; humans back you up.
Can I use my existing cleaners and maintenance pros in New York with TIDY?
Yes. TIDY works with the cleaners and maintenance pros you already use in New York, NY — they don't even need to know you're using TIDY. If you need to find new pros, Smart Pro Search vets local candidates for you. You stay in control of who works at your property.
Will I keep control of my Airbnb listing if I use TIDY in New York?
Yes. Unlike Vacasa, AvantStay, and Casago — which take over your Airbnb listing and bank account — TIDY never touches them. Your accounts stay in your name. Your bookings deposit to your bank. TIDY automates operations behind the scenes.
Is TIDY a good fit for vacation rentals in New York?
Yes. TIDY supports short-term rentals, vacation rentals, and Airbnbs in New York, NY of any size — from 1 property to thousands. The platform integrates with Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and 100+ PMS systems. Most owners are live in 90 minutes.
How long are TIDY contracts in New York?
There are no long-term contracts. TIDY is month-to-month. Cancel anytime. Compare to traditional vacation property managers in New York, NY who often require 1–3 year commitments.

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