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Rental Seasonal vs. long-term

Seasonal vs. long-term rental calculator

Compare the net profit of traditional long-term rental against seasonal or tourist rental, and find out which one pays off.

Long-term rental

Seasonal / tourist rental

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Scenario
Comparison result
Long-term rental wins
€5,466 per year
Average monthly revenue needed to match long-term: €3,430

Long-term

Annual gross income€13,200
Annual expenses€1,400
Net result after tax€10,030

Seasonal / tourist

Annual gross income€16,800
Annual expenses€10,280
Net result after tax€4,564

Occupancy sensitivity

OccupancySeasonal (net)Long-term (net)
50%€2,380€10,030
60%€3,472€10,030
70%€4,564€10,030
80%€5,656€10,030
90%€6,748€10,030

Legal and operational risks

  • Tourist and seasonal rentals can have different legal and tax requirements depending on the autonomous community and municipality (licenses, day limits, tourist taxes).
  • Real occupancy varies by season: low-demand months can fall well below the average annual percentage used in this calculation.
  • Seasonal rental requires more operational load (booking management, cleaning between guests, handling incidents) than a long-term rental.
Sources and last update · HazNúmeros shared calculation engine (AEAT/BOE/INE) · Rules reviewed: Jul 13, 2026.

Frequently asked questions

It depends on the real occupancy you achieve with seasonal rental and the management costs involved. This calculator shows the exact occupancy point at which seasonal rental overtakes long-term rental with your own numbers.

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This calculator provides an indicative estimate and does not constitute tax, legal, or financial advice. It compares economics only and doesn't replace a legal check of licences or local regulations. Consult a professional before making decisions.